Quick answer
Most Indian exam forms ask for a JPG photo of roughly 20–50 KB and a signature of 10–20 KB, at fixed pixel sizes. UPSC allows larger files and asks for your name and photo date on the photo. Use the exam presets to resize in one tap, and always confirm the numbers in the official notice.
Typical sizes at a glance
These are the commonly published requirements. Notices change between years and posts, so always check the official notification before you upload.
| Form | Photo | Signature |
|---|---|---|
| SSC | JPG, 20–50 KB, about 3.5 × 4.5 cm | JPG, 10–20 KB, about 4 × 2 cm |
| UPSC | JPG, 20–300 KB, 350–1000 px each side, name and date on photo | JPG, 20–300 KB, 350–1000 px each side |
| IBPS / SBI | JPG, 20–50 KB, 200 × 230 px | JPG, 10–20 KB, 140 × 60 px |
| NTA (NEET, JEE, CUET) | JPG, 10–200 KB, passport size | JPG, 4–30 KB |
| PAN (NSDL/UTIITSL) | 3.5 × 2.5 cm at 200 DPI, up to 50 KB | 2 × 4.5 cm at 200 DPI, up to 50 KB |
How do I resize for a specific exam?
- Open the exam photo & signature resizer.
- Pick the form: SSC, UPSC, IBPS, NTA or PAN.
- Choose Photo or Signature and add the image.
- For UPSC, type your name so it's printed with the date under the photo.
- Click Resize and download.
The result shows the exact pixels and KB, so you can compare them with the notice.
My signature photo looks grey or shadowy
Run it through Clean up signature first. It removes shadows and paper texture and crops to your signature. Then use the exam preset.
Common reasons for rejection
- File too big or too small for the KB range.
- Wrong format — PNG or HEIC instead of JPG.
- Photo too dark, blurry or with a busy background.
- Signature in capital letters, or not your full signature.
- Missing name and date on the photo when the form asks for it — use Name & date on photo.
Frequently asked questions
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