Fast Photo & Signature Resizer for Govt Exams
Compress and resize your passport photograph and signature to exact 20KB, 50KB, and 100KB limits. Built specifically for SSC CGL, CHSL, UPSC, MPSC Rajyaseva, Maharashtra Police Bharti, and IBPS Bank PO online application forms.
Photo & Signature Size Limits for Government Exams
| Exam & Board | Photo Limit & Dimensions | Signature Limit & Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Staff Selection Commission (SSC CGL / CHSL / MTS / GD) | 20 KB – 50 KB (3.5 cm × 4.5 cm / JPEG) | 10 KB – 20 KB (4.0 cm × 2.0 cm / JPEG) |
| Union Public Service Commission (UPSC Civil Services / NDA / CDS) | 20 KB – 300 KB (3.5 cm × 4.5 cm / Name & Date) | 20 KB – 300 KB (3.5 cm × 1.5 cm) |
| Banking Exams (IBPS PO / Clerk / SBI PO / RRB) | 20 KB – 50 KB (200 × 230 pixels / JPEG) | 10 KB – 20 KB (140 × 60 pixels / JPEG) |
| Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC Rajyaseva / Group B & C) | Max 50 KB (3.5 cm × 4.5 cm) | Max 20 KB (3.5 cm × 1.5 cm) |
| State Police Bharti (Constable, Driver & SI) | 15 KB – 50 KB (3.5 cm × 4.5 cm) | 5 KB – 20 KB (3.5 cm × 1.5 cm) |
| Maharashtra Talathi Bharti (Revenue Dept & Saral Seva) | 20 KB – 50 KB (3.5 cm × 4.5 cm) | 10 KB – 20 KB (3.5 cm × 1.5 cm) |
| Railway Recruitment Board (RRB NTPC / Group D / ALP) | 20 KB – 50 KB (3.5 cm × 4.5 cm Color Photo) | 10 KB – 20 KB (Clear Signature) |
| National Testing Agency (NEET UG / JEE Main / CTET) | 10 KB – 200 KB (Passport 3.5×4.5 cm & Postcard 4"×6" / White BG) | 4 KB – 30 KB (Running Handwriting) |
Reference only. Exam bodies can change these limits, so verify with the official notification or website of the relevant exam before uploading.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to compress photo under 20KB or 50KB for SSC, UPSC, and govt exams?
Select an exam preset or enter your target KB (e.g., 50 KB or 20 KB). ChhotaPhoto uses iterative compression to strictly fit your image within the required limit without losing legibility.
What are the exact photo, postcard size, and signature requirements for NEET UG / NTA?
For NEET UG (NTA): Passport photo must be 10 KB to 200 KB (3.5 × 4.5 cm) on white background with 80% face coverage showing ears clearly, stamped with candidate name and date of photo. Postcard photo must be 4" × 6" (10 KB to 200 KB). Signature must be 4 KB to 30 KB in running handwriting with black ink on white paper. Left and right hand fingers and thumb impressions must be 10 KB to 200 KB.
What is the exact photo and signature size for SSC CGL and UPSC?
For SSC: Photo must be 20 KB to 50 KB with 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm dimensions in JPEG format. Signature must be 10 KB to 20 KB with 4.0 cm × 2.0 cm dimensions. For UPSC: Photo and signature must be 20 KB to 300 KB in JPG format.
Why do online exam portals reject uploaded photos?
Portals reject uploads when files exceed the size cap (e.g. 50.5 KB instead of 50.0 KB) or when the aspect ratio does not match mandatory dimensions. ChhotaPhoto's smart target optimizer compresses files to fit within required size caps.
Is ChhotaPhoto safe for private identity documents?
Yes, 100% safe. All compression happens locally inside your browser using HTML5 Canvas. Your photos and signatures never leave your device.