UPSC Photo Resize & Compressor (20 KB – 300 KB)
Official 1:1 square ratio (350×350 px to 1000×1000 px), 20–300 KB file limits, 75%+ face coverage, and Name & Date imprint compliant with UPSC OTR recruitment guidelines. Applicable for UPSC Civil Services (IAS, IPS, IFS), NDA & NA, CDS, CMS, IES/ISS, CAPF, EPFO, UPSC OTR Registration.
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JPG, PNG, WebP and browser-supported images · up to 15 MB
Square ratio (min 350x350 px, max 1000x1000 px). Face must occupy 3/4th space with Name & Date printed. • Background: Plain White / Light Studio Background
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Supports JPG, PNG and WebP images up to 15 MB • 350 × 350 px (20–300 KB)
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📋 Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Official Dimension & Upload Standards
| Specification Parameter | Mandatory Portal Value | Verification Rule |
|---|---|---|
| Pixel Width & Height | 350 × 350 px | Standard aspect ratio 1:1 Square (350×350 px) |
| Centimeter Physical Size | 3.5 cm × 3.5 cm | Based on 200 DPI scanning resolution |
| File Size Bounds | 20 KB to 300 KB | Recommended target ~50 KB |
| Background & Face Requirement | Any (Passport Photo) | Plain studio lighting without shadows or tinted glasses |
| Supported File Formats | JPG / JPEG | Baseline progressive JPEG without EXIF bloat |
🛡️ 4 Rules to Avoid Photo Rejection for Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- 1 UPSC OTR rules require candidate full name and date of photo capture printed clearly at the bottom.
- 2 Ensure square aspect ratio (1:1) with minimum 350×350 pixels and file size between 20 KB and 300 KB.
- 3 Face should occupy at least 75% of the frame with both ears clearly visible against a light or white background.
- 4 Avoid dark glasses, hats, selfies, or shadows across your face to prevent automated OTR rejection.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (Union Public Service Commission (UPSC))
What is the required dimension and file size for UPSC photo upload? ▼
UPSC requires a square aspect ratio photograph (minimum 350 × 350 pixels, maximum 1000 × 1000 pixels) with a file size strictly between 20 KB and 300 KB in JPG format.
Is Name and Date mandatory on UPSC photo? ▼
Yes. As per official UPSC OTR (One Time Registration) instructions, the candidate's full name and the date on which the photograph was taken must be clearly inscribed at the bottom of the photograph.
What is the 10-day recency rule for UPSC photograph? ▼
The photograph must not be older than 10 days from the date of starting of the online application process. The candidate's appearance on the examination day must match the photograph uploaded.
How do I resize photo and signature for UPSC online? ▼
Use SignResize's UPSC Photo Resizer for 350×350 px (20–300 KB) with optional Name and Date stamp, and switch to UPSC Signature Resizer for 350×350 px / 140×60 px (20–300 KB) with zero quality loss.
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