JPG or PNG supported
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) maintains very specific guidelines for image uploads in the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) and Detailed Application Form (DAF). A slight mismatch in the aspect ratio or file size is the most common reason for form rejection in Civil Services (IAS/IPS), NDA, and CDS examinations.
For the latest One Time Registration (OTR), your photograph must be strictly square, with dimensions ranging from a minimum of 350x350 pixels to a maximum of 1000x1000 pixels. The file size must be kept between 20KB and 300KB. Similarly, the signature must be rectangular, specifically 350x150 pixels, to fit the designated slot on the admit card.
Our tool automatically handles these exact pixel conversions and compression limits, ensuring your JPG files are compliant with the UPSC server requirements instantly.
The photograph must be square in shape. The minimum resolution is 350 pixels width x 350 pixels height, and the maximum is 1000 x 1000 pixels. The file size must be between 20 KB and 300 KB.
The signature must be rectangular. The required aspect ratio corresponds to dimensions of 350 pixels width x 150 pixels height. Like the photo, the file size must be between 20 KB and 300 KB.
Simply upload your image to our tool above. It is pre-configured to automatically resize your photo to exactly 350x350 pixels and compress it to under 300KB without losing face clarity.
Generally, UPSC notifications (Civil Services, NDA, CDS) do not explicitly mandate a name and date on the photograph unless specified for a particular year. However, if your specific exam notification asks for it, use the "Add Name & Date" tab above.
Signatures are often rejected if they are too small (illegible) or not in the correct 350x150 ratio (appearing stretched). Ensure you sign with a black ink pen on plain white paper before scanning.
Yes, all exams conducted by the UPSC, including NDA, CDS, CMS, and ESE, follow the same OTR image upload guidelines supported by this tool.
UPSC only accepts images in JPG or JPEG format. If you upload a PNG, our tool will automatically convert it to the required JPG format for you.