GATE Photo & Signature Resizer

GATEPhoto & Signature Upload Requirements

Data table for accessibility
Requirement	Photograph	Signature
Pixel Dimensions	480 × 640 px	560 × 160 px
File Size (KB)	5 – 200 KB	3 – 100 KB
File Format	JPEG / JPG only	JPEG / JPG only
Background	Plain white background	N/A
Special Rule	Plain white background, no overlay text required	Do not sign in capital letters
Ink Color	N/A	Black or blue ink pen (on white paper)
Source Year	2026 Notification

GATEPhoto & Signature Upload Requirements Guide

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 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 GATE photo size, the required pixel dimensions are 480 x 640 pixels, with a file size between 5 KB and 200 KB in JPEG format. The background must be plain white. The GATE portal does not require any printed text overlay on the photograph. For the GATE signature size, your handwritten signature on white paper must be scanned or photographed to produce an image of 560 x 160 pixels, compressed to 3–100 KB. Signatures must be written using black or blue ink and must not be in capital letters. Our free online GATE 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 2026-05-18.

How to Resize GATEPhoto & 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 GATE-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 480:640 pixel ratio for photos.
4
Set the file size target (5–200 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 5–200 KB range required by GATE.
5
Download the compliant JPEG
Click 'Download Resized JPG' to save the output file. The downloaded file meets the exact GATE 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 2026-05-18. Requirements can occasionally be updated mid-cycle by the examination authority.

Always confirm with the latest notification at https://gate.iitg.ac.in before final submission.

GATE FAQs

Frequently asked questions for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering upload rules.

What is the GATE photo size in pixels?

As a free online tool, yes. The required GATE photo size is 480 x 640 pixels in JPEG/JPG format. The file must be between 5 KB and 200 KB.

What is the GATE signature size in pixels?

The GATE signature dimensions are 560 x 160 pixels in JPEG format. File size must be between 3 KB and 100 KB.

What background is required for the GATE photo?

The GATE 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 GATE signature?

Black or blue ink pen is required for the GATE 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 GATE 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 480x640px dimensions.

How do I compress my photo to 200 KB for GATE?

Use this free GATE photo resize online tool. Upload your photo, crop it, then set the quality slider target to under 200 KB. The tool's binary-search compression loop will automatically reduce the file size without visible quality loss.

Is a selfie photo acceptable for GATE?

No. Selfie-style photos are generally not acceptable for GATE. 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 GATE portal?

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

When were the GATE photo and signature requirements last verified?

The specifications displayed here were verified against the 2026 Notification. Last verification date: 2026-05-18. Always cross-check with the latest official notification at https://gate.iitg.ac.in before submitting your application.

Is this GATE 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.