UPSC Photo & Signature Resizer
Format your photograph and signature to strict Union Public Service Commission standards. Easily add candidate name and Date of Photograph (DOP), adjust dimensions between 350px – 1000px, and compress to the required 20KB – 300KB range.
Need to Add Name & Date of Photo (DOP)?
Use our specialized Exam Studio to add your name banner and crop to exact 350x350px dimensions.
1. Compression settings
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Supports JPG, PNG, WebP up to 20MB
2. Quality Preview
Official UPSC Upload Specification Matrix
Summary of all technical requirements published in the official UPSC Examination Notices:
| Parameter | Passport Photograph | Candidate Signature |
|---|---|---|
| File Format | JPG / JPEG only | JPG / JPEG only |
| Allowed File Size | 20 KB – 300 KB | 20 KB – 300 KB (20-50 KB recommended) |
| Minimum Dimensions | 350 × 350 pixels | 350 × 350 pixels (or 140 × 60 px) |
| Maximum Dimensions | 1000 × 1000 pixels | 1000 × 1000 pixels |
| Name & Date of Photo (DOP) | Mandatory on photo base | Not applicable |
| Age of Photograph | Not older than 10 days from application start | Current signature in black ink |
| Face Coverage Ratio | 3/4th (75%) of total image area | Centered in crop box |
Critical UPSC Instructions Regarding Candidate Appearance
If a candidate uploads a photograph with a beard, they must appear with a beard at Prelims, Mains, and the Personality Test (Interview). Clean shaven photos require clean shaven appearance.
Caps, hats, dark sunglasses, or heavy spectacle reflections are strictly prohibited. Both ears and eyes must be clearly visible against a light background.
OTR photos are automatically mapped to subsequent UPSC exams (Civil Services, NDA, CDS, CMS). Ensuring perfect formatting prevents multi-application rejection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about UPSC photograph, signature, and OTR compliance.
What are the latest official UPSC guidelines for photograph and signature?
According to the official Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) One Time Registration (OTR) and Civil Services Examination (CSE) notification, the candidate photograph must not be more than 10 days old from the date of application. The photograph must clearly show the candidate's face covering 3/4th of the space, with the candidate's name and Date of Photograph (DOP) printed at the bottom.
What are the exact pixel dimensions and file size limits for UPSC uploads?
Both photograph and signature must be in JPEG format. File size must be between 20KB and 300KB. Dimensions must be between 350x350 pixels (minimum) and 1000x1000 pixels (maximum), maintaining a 1:1 square or 3:4 aspect ratio.
How do I add Name and Date of Photograph (DOP) on my photo?
You can format your photo with name and date using our Exam Photo Resizer Studio, which automatically renders a crisp white caption bar with your full name in uppercase and the exact photo capture date.
What are the signature rules for UPSC OTR and CSE applications?
The signature must be executed in black ink on clean white paper. It must be scanned and cropped cleanly without dark shadows. File size must be between 20KB and 300KB (or 20KB-50KB depending on specific portal sub-forms).
Will my application be rejected if the photo is older than 10 days?
Yes. UPSC strictly mandates that the candidate's appearance in the photo must match their appearance in all exam stages (Prelims, Mains, Interview). Ensure the date printed on the photo is within 10 days of filling out your application.
Are my confidential government exam photos kept private?
Yes, 100% private. All processing, resizing, caption rendering, and compression run strictly inside your browser's local sandbox memory. No files are transmitted to any external server.
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