ESE Photo & Signature Resizer

ESEPhoto & Signature Upload Requirements

Data table for accessibility
Requirement	Photograph	Signature
Pixel Dimensions	350 × 350 px	350 × 350 px
File Size (KB)	20 – 300 KB	20 – 300 KB
File Format	JPEG / JPG only	JPEG / JPG only
Background	Plain white background	N/A
Special Rule	Candidate name & date of photograph printed at bottom	Do not sign in capital letters
Ink Color	N/A	Black or blue ink pen (on white paper)
Source Year	2026 Notification

ESEPhoto & Signature Upload Requirements Guide

The UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE) mandates that every candidate upload a strictly compliant passport-style photograph and a handwritten signature during online registration. Non-compliant files are among the most common reasons for form rejection before the application is even reviewed. For the ESE photo size, the required pixel dimensions are 350 x 350 pixels, with a file size between 20 KB and 300 KB in JPEG format. The background must be plain white. Additionally, the ESE portal requires the candidate's name and the date the photograph was taken to be printed at the bottom of the image — a unique step that our tool handles automatically. For the ESE signature size, your handwritten signature on white paper must be scanned or photographed to produce an image of 350 x 350 pixels, compressed to 20–300 KB. Signatures must be written using black or blue ink and must not be in capital letters. Our free online ESE photo resize tool compresses and crops both files locally inside your browser — your images are never uploaded to any server. Specifications are sourced directly from the 2026 Notification and last verified on 2026-05-10.

How to Resize ESEPhoto & Signature Online

1
Select the asset type
Click the 'Photo' tab to resize your photograph, or the 'Signature' tab to process your signature scan. Both use separate ESE-specific dimension presets.
2
Upload your image file
Click the upload area or drag-and-drop a JPEG, PNG, or WEBP file (maximum 10 MB). The tool will load a live preview of your image immediately.
3
Crop to the correct frame
Drag the crop handles to frame your face or signature correctly. The tool enforces the exact 350:350 pixel ratio for photos and automatically adds a white text strip at the bottom for the name and date overlay.
4
Enter your name and photograph date
Type your full name and the date the photo was taken in the provided fields. This text will be rendered inside the white strip at the bottom of the output JPEG, exactly as ESE requires.
5
Set the file size target (20–300 KB for photo)
Move the quality slider to hit your target file weight. The tool's binary-search quality loop will automatically adjust JPEG compression to produce a file within the 20–300 KB range required by ESE.
6
Download the compliant JPEG
Click 'Download Resized JPG' to save the output file. The downloaded file meets the exact ESE photo size and signature size requirements as per the 2026 Notification.

Official Source Verification

These specifications are sourced from the 2026 Notification and were last verified on 2026-05-10. Requirements can occasionally be updated mid-cycle by the examination authority.

Always confirm with the latest notification at https://upsc.gov.in before final submission.

ESE FAQs

Frequently asked questions for UPSC Engineering Services Examination upload rules.

What is the ESE photo size in pixels?

As a free online tool, yes. The required ESE photo size is 350 x 350 pixels in JPEG/JPG format. The file must be between 20 KB and 300 KB.

What is the ESE signature size in pixels?

The ESE signature dimensions are 350 x 350 pixels in JPEG format. File size must be between 20 KB and 300 KB.

What background is required for the ESE photo?

The ESE photograph requires a plain white background. Avoid colored, patterned, or cluttered backgrounds. Photos taken against walls or with shadows will be rejected.

What ink color is required for the ESE signature?

Black or blue ink pen is required for the ESE signature. The signature must be done on plain white paper and the scan must be clear with no shadows or smudges.

Can I use a phone camera to take my ESE photograph?

Yes, you may use a phone camera, provided the image is well-lit, taken against a plain white background, and the face occupies at least 80% of the frame. Use our tool to crop and compress it to the required 350x350px dimensions.

How do I compress my photo to 300 KB for ESE?

Use this free ESE photo resize online tool. Upload your photo, crop it, then set the quality slider target to under 300 KB. The tool's binary-search compression loop will automatically reduce the file size without visible quality loss.

Is a selfie photo acceptable for ESE?

No. Selfie-style photos are generally not acceptable for ESE. The photograph must be professionally taken with a plain white background, proper lighting, and your face should be clearly visible without sunglasses or head covering.

What file format is accepted by the ESE portal?

Only JPEG or JPG format is accepted for both the photograph and signature for ESE. PNG, WEBP, BMP, TIFF, and other formats will not be accepted during form submission.

Does ESE require name and date on the photo?

Yes. ESE requires the candidate's name and the date the photograph was taken to be printed at the bottom of the image. Use this tool's built-in name/date overlay feature to generate a compliant JPEG automatically.

When were the ESE photo and signature requirements last verified?

The specifications displayed here were verified against the 2026 Notification. Last verification date: 2026-05-10. Always cross-check with the latest official notification at https://upsc.gov.in before submitting your application.

Is this ESE photo resize tool free to use?

Yes, this tool is completely free. It runs 100% inside your browser using the HTML5 Canvas API. No registration, no server upload, and no watermarking. Your photos and signatures stay private on your device.

Can I use the same photo for multiple exams if the dimensions match?

Yes, if the pixel dimensions, KB limits, and background rules match between two exams, you can reuse the same resized file. Compare the specifications in the requirements table above before recycling a photograph.