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Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)OTR Compliant

UPSC Photo & Signature Resizer

UPSC mandates that passport photographs must not be older than 10 days from the start of the online application and must clearly display the candidate name and the date the photo was taken at the bottom.

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Official Specs:550 × 550 px
Strict File Size: 20 KB to 300 KB
Background: Plain white or neutral light background
Format: Strictly JPEG (.jpg / .jpeg)

Upload your Passport Photo (with Name & Date) for UPSC Civil Services / NDA / CDS / OTR

Drag & drop file here, or click to browse. Automatically resizes to 550×550 px & fits inside 20–300 KB.

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Official Notification Guidelines Checklist

Passport Photo (with Name & Date)20 - 300 KB
Dimensions: 550 × 550 px
Background: Plain white or neutral light background
  • Photo must show candidate name and date of photo taken at the bottom.
  • Photo must not be older than 10 days from the release of application form.
Candidate Signature20 - 300 KB
Dimensions: 500 × 300 px
Background: Pure white background with dark ink
  • Sign clearly on plain white paper using black ballpoint or gel pen.
  • Crop tightly around the signature to prevent unnecessary white space.
Common Rejection Warning: Ensure that your photo does not contain camera flash reflections on spectacles, tilted head, or dark colored background. SizeSnap strictly outputs high-quality JPEG files under the maximum threshold.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UPSC 10-Day photo rule?

According to UPSC guidelines, the uploaded photograph must be taken within 10 days of the start of the online application process. The candidate name and the exact date on which the photograph was taken must be clearly inscribed at the bottom.

What are the minimum and maximum dimensions for UPSC photos?

The minimum dimensions are 350 pixels (width) x 350 pixels (height), and maximum is 1000 x 1000 pixels. The file size must be between 20 KB and 300 KB in JPEG format.