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UPSC Photo Size — Exact Specs & Free Compression Tool

UPSC requires the candidate photograph at 110 × 140 pixels (3.5 × 4.5 cm), 20-300 KB JPG, and signature at 140 × 60 pixels, 10-20 KB JPG. Both must be on plain white background, recently taken (within 6 months), and the face should occupy 70% of the photo with both ears visible.

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Which Indian forms ask for 50 KB?

FormSpecification
UPSC Civil Services PreliminaryPhoto 20-300 KB at 110×140 px, signature 10-20 KB at 140×60 px
UPSC Mains applicationSame as Prelims
UPSC Engineering ServicesSame
UPSC CDS / NDA / AFCATSame
UPSC IFoSSame

When would you need this?

  • UPSC Civil Services Preliminary (CSE)
  • UPSC CSE Mains application
  • UPSC Engineering Services Examination
  • UPSC Combined Defence Services (CDS)
  • UPSC NDA & NA Examination
  • UPSC Indian Forest Service (IFoS)
  • UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination
  • UPSC Indian Statistical Service

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UPSC photo size?

110 × 140 pixels (3.5 × 4.5 cm), 20-300 KB JPG. Plain white background. Photo must be taken within last 6 months. Face fills 70% of frame, both ears visible, no headgear except for religious reasons (turban, hijab).

What is the UPSC signature size?

140 × 60 pixels, 10-20 KB JPG. Sign with black ink on plain white paper. Capture only the signature, no border.

Why does UPSC require 110×140 specifically?

It's the digital equivalent of the standard Indian passport-size photograph (3.5 × 4.5 cm at 80 DPI). UPSC's portal specifically validates this size — uploading 100×140 or 120×140 fails the upload check.

Can I use my passport photo for UPSC?

Yes, if scanned at 80 DPI giving 110×140 pixels. Most photo studios provide a passport-size photograph alongside print copies — get this for any government online form.

Is this tool free for UPSC?

Yes. Browser-only compression. No signup, no watermark, no upload to server. Safe for ID photos and government applications.

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