UPSC CSE Photo & Signature Resizer

UPSC CSEPhoto & 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

UPSC CSEPhoto & Signature Upload Requirements Guide

The UPSC Civil Services Examination (UPSC CSE) 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 UPSC CSE 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 UPSC CSE 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 UPSC CSE 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 UPSC CSE 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 UPSC CSEPhoto & 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 UPSC CSE-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 UPSC CSE 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 UPSC CSE.
6
Download the compliant JPEG
Click 'Download Resized JPG' to save the output file. The downloaded file meets the exact UPSC CSE 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.

UPSC CSE FAQs

Frequently asked questions for UPSC Civil Services Examination upload rules.

What is the background requirement for UPSC CSE photo?

As a free online tool, yes. UPSC CSE requires a photograph with a plain white background.

Do I need to print my name and date on the UPSC photograph?

Yes, the latest UPSC guidelines require printing the candidate's name and the date on which the photo was taken at the bottom of the photograph.

What is the UPSC CSE photo size in pixels?

The required UPSC CSE photo size is 350 x 350 pixels in JPEG/JPG format. The file must be between 20 KB and 300 KB.

What is the UPSC CSE signature size in pixels?

The UPSC CSE 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 UPSC CSE photo?

The UPSC CSE 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 UPSC CSE signature?

Black or blue ink pen is required for the UPSC CSE 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 UPSC CSE 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 UPSC CSE?

Use this free UPSC CSE 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 UPSC CSE?

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

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

Does UPSC CSE require name and date on the photo?

Yes. UPSC CSE 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 UPSC CSE 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.