National Exams · UPSC 2026
UPSC Photo Resizer 2026
Resize and compress your photograph to the exact UPSC specification — 350 × 350 px, JPEG, max 100 KB for photo and 350 × 350 px, max 100 KB for signature. File auto-renamed to upscphoto.jpg for portal upload.
Official UPSC 2026 Photo & Signature Specifications
| Document | Dimensions | Format | Max Size | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photograph | 350 × 350 px | JPEG / JPG | 100 KB | White background, recent |
| Signature | 350 × 350 px | JPEG / JPG | 100 KB | Black ink on white paper |
| Min File Size | — | — | 1 KB | File must not be empty |
| Background | — | — | — | Plain white, no patterns |
| Face Coverage | — | — | — | 70–80% of frame |
⚠️ UPSC portal accepts photos between 1 KB and 100 KB. Ensure your photo is clear, properly centred, and within the required file size before uploading.
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💡 UPSC has a generous 100 KB limit — keep quality at 85–92% for a sharp, professional photo that sits comfortably between 50–200 KB.
Click to upload or drag & drop
JPG, PNG supported · Max 10 MB
🔒 Photo never leaves your device
Quality / Compression
88%
KB
(auto-adjusts quality to hit this limit)
Result
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UPSC Photo — Frequently Asked Questions
UPSC requires a photograph of 350 × 350 pixels in JPEG format. The file size must be between 1 KB and 100 KB. The aspect ratio is 1:1. Use the UPSC Photo preset above which is pre-configured with these exact values.
UPSC requires the signature to be 350 × 350 pixels, JPEG format, between 1 KB and 100 KB. Sign in black or blue ink on plain white paper, scan or photograph it clearly, then select the UPSC Signature preset above to resize it to the exact dimensions.
File size is only one requirement. Your photo may still be rejected if the dimensions are incorrect, the image is blurry, the face is not properly centred, or the photo does not meet UPSC guidelines. Use this tool to resize your photo, centre the face with AI, and improve visibility using Brightness and Contrast controls.
Yes. This tool can be used for UPSC Civil Services, NDA, CDS, CAPF, Engineering Services, and other UPSC examinations, provided the selected dimensions and file size match the latest official notification.
A valid UPSC photo should be clear, recent, front-facing, and properly centred. Avoid blurry images, heavy shadows, sunglasses, or distracting backgrounds. Good lighting helps ensure your facial features are clearly visible.
Use the Brightness and Contrast controls to improve visibility before downloading. Small adjustments can make facial features clearer while keeping the photo natural and professional.