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UPSC Photo and Signature Size

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) application forms ask for a photograph and signature, each with its own pixel size and KB range. Pick an upload below to set the tool to that exact spec, add your file, and download a JPEG that fits.

UPSC photo and signature upload requirements
UploadDimensionsFile sizeFormatRules
Photograph350×350 to 1000×1000 px20–300 KBJPEGRecent colour photo, light background, face covering about three-quarters of the frame.
Signature350×350 to 1000×1000 px20–300 KBJPEGSignature in black ink on white paper. Very clean scans can come out under 20KB — if so, raise the pixel size.

Official source: upsconline.gov.in. Applies to UPSC online applications (Civil Services, ESE, CDS, NDA and others). Recent notices also ask for the candidate's name and the date the photo was taken printed on the photograph, and for a photo no older than 10 days at the start of the application window. Portals revise these numbers with each notification — check the latest notice before you submit.

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Only helps if your background is already one plain color (e.g. a wall) — this is color-distance math, not real subject cutout, so it won't do anything useful against busy or textured backgrounds.

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You'll crop it to the exact aspect ratio next.

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How to resize a photo and signature for UPSC

  1. Take a clear photo against a plain light background, and photograph or scan your signature on white paper.
  2. Tap Set tool for photograph above — it sets the KB target, JPEG output and pixel size.
  3. Add the file, tap the crop icon on its thumbnail, and frame it — the crop box is locked to the required shape.
  4. Tap Process all, check the final KB shown under the thumbnail is inside the range, and download. Repeat for each upload.

Frequently asked questions

What is the UPSC photo size?

Photograph: 350×350 to 1000×1000 px, 20–300 KB, JPEG. Recent colour photo, light background, face covering about three-quarters of the frame.

What is the UPSC signature size?

350×350 to 1000×1000 px, 20–300 KB, JPEG. Signature in black ink on white paper. Very clean scans can come out under 20KB — if so, raise the pixel size.

What if my file comes out below the minimum KB?

Very clean images (especially signatures on white paper) can compress below a portal's minimum. Switch the compression mode to Quality and raise it to 90–100, or increase the pixel size slightly, then process again.

Can I take the photo on my phone?

Yes — use daylight facing a window, stand in front of a plain light wall, and crop tightly. For signatures, sign on plain white paper and photograph it flat from directly above.

Are my photos and signature uploaded anywhere?

No. Everything is resized and compressed inside your browser — nothing is sent to a server. See the Privacy Policy.

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