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Quick answer
Read the notification for the exact pixel size, KB range and format, take a clear photo and signature, resize them with a tool such as the free Photo Resizer, verify the file size in your file manager, then upload each file to the matching field. Confirm against the official notification.
Most online exam forms reject uploads for one of three reasons: the file is too big, too small, or in the wrong format or dimensions. Following a fixed process avoids all three. This guide works for any application form.
What do I need before I start?
- The official notification with the size, KB range and format rules.
- A clear photo with a plain background.
- A signature on white paper in black or blue ink.
- Any extra items the exam requires, such as a thumb print or declaration.
- A phone or scanner and a resizing tool such as the Photo Resizer.
How do I upload a photo and signature step by step?
- Note the exact limits from the upload screen: pixels, KB range, file type.
- Take the photo in daylight against a plain light wall.
- Sign on white paper and photograph it straight-on.
- Crop each image to the right shape.
- Resize to the required pixels and KB. If your exam has a preset, find it under Explore exams.
- Check the final size in your file manager.
- Upload the correct file to the correct field.
- Preview the uploaded images before submitting.
Which sizes do popular exams use?
These are the values in our presets. Requirements vary by notification, so treat them as a guide.
| Exam | Photo | Signature |
|---|---|---|
| SSC CGL | 100 x 120 px, 20-50 KB | 140 x 60 px, up to 20 KB |
| UPSC | 200 x 230 px, up to 100 KB | 140 x 60 px, up to 50 KB |
| RRB NTPC | 150 x 200 px, 50-100 KB | 140 x 60 px, up to 50 KB |
| IBPS RRB | 200 x 230 px, 20-50 KB | 140 x 60 px, 10-20 KB |
| NEET | 200 x 230 px, up to 100 KB | 140 x 60 px, up to 50 KB |
Direct pages: SSC CGL, UPSC, RRB NTPC, NEET.
How do I take a photo that will not be rejected?
- Plain light background, no patterns.
- Face front-on, both eyes open, no heavy filters.
- No cap or dark glasses unless the notification allows them.
- Good light on the face and no shadow behind you.
- Take it at a larger size than needed; shrinking is easier than enlarging.
How do I make a clean signature scan?
Use plain white paper and a dark pen. Photograph from directly above to avoid perspective distortion. Crop tightly so the signature fills the frame, and avoid lines, boxes or paper edges in the image. Clean signatures compress to small sizes without losing clarity.
What should I check before pressing upload?
| Check | How |
|---|---|
| Pixel size | Right-click the file, open Properties, then Details |
| File size | See the Size column in the folder |
| Format | Extension is .jpg or .jpeg unless the notice says otherwise |
| Readability | Open at 100 percent and check face and signature |
What if the upload still fails?
Match the error to the fix: if the message mentions size, see file size too large errors; if it mentions type or format, see invalid file format errors. A slow connection or busy portal can also cause failures, so try again on another browser.
Our tools are free, run in your browser, do not upload your files and need no sign-up. Previews are free; watermark-free downloads are paid. A full list of items to prepare is in the document checklist guide.
Frequently asked questions
What format should I upload?
Usually JPG or JPEG, but check the notification.
How do I know the KB size of my photo?
Look at the Size column in your file manager or the file's Properties.
Can I upload a phone photo directly?
Usually not, because phone photos are several MB. Resize first.
Do I need to sign up to resize?
No. The tool is free, browser-based and needs no sign-up.
Where can I find size limits for my exam?
In the official notification and on the upload screen. Our exam pages list preset values as a guide.