Photo & Signature Size for UPSC Application — Meet Upload Requirements

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UPSC CSE and other UPSC exams require a candidate photograph under 300KB and a signature under 100KB, both in JPEG format. Upload your photo here to resize and compress it to UPSC's exact specification.

Official Requirements

Photo max size
300 KB
Signature max size
100 KB
Format
JPEG
Photo dimensions
~200 x 230 px or more
Background
White or light

Pro Tip: UPSC rejects blurry, pixelated, or heavily cropped photos. Take a fresh photo against a white or light background with good uniform lighting — avoid shadows across the face.

How It Works

1

Upload your photo

Select a clear, front-facing JPEG or PNG photo.

2

Resize to UPSC dimensions

Resized to approximately 300×350px while maintaining portrait proportions.

3

Compress under 300KB

File is compressed to meet UPSC's 300KB maximum upload size.

4

Download & upload to UPSC ORA

Attach the photo in your UPSC Online Registration Application (ORA).

Who Uses This

UPSC CSE (IAS/IPS/IFS)

Civil Services Examination registration on ORA portal requires a compliant photo and signature upload.

UPSC CDS (Combined Defence Services)

CDS applicants use the same UPSC portal and photo/signature specifications.

UPSC NDA & CAPF

NDA and CAPF applications follow identical upload requirements.

UPSC Engineering Services (ESE)

Engineering Services candidates upload the same specification photo and signature via ORA.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the photo size for UPSC CSE application?+
UPSC requires a JPEG photograph under 300KB and a JPEG signature under 100KB for the ORA portal application.
Can I use an old passport photo for UPSC?+
You can, if it was taken recently (ideally within 6 months) and meets UPSC specifications for size and background.
What happens if I upload a photo over 300KB to UPSC ORA?+
The ORA portal will display an upload error. Compress your photo using our tool and retry.
How do I scan my signature for UPSC?+
Sign on white paper with a dark ink pen. Photograph or scan at 200 DPI. Crop tightly around the signature, then compress to under 100KB.
Is the photo requirement the same for UPSC preliminary and mains?+
Photo requirements at the application stage cover the entire selection process.

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