Question 1

What is the photo size requirement for SSC CGL and CHSL exams?

Accepted Answer

For SSC CGL and CHSL, the photograph must be 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm (approximately 132 × 170 pixels on screen), in JPEG format, file size between 20 KB and 50 KB, with a white or light background. The signature must be 3.5 cm × 1.5 cm (approximately 140 × 60 pixels), file size 10–20 KB. This tool automatically resizes and compresses to these exact specifications using the SSC preset.

Question 2

What are the UPSC photo and signature specifications?

Accepted Answer

For UPSC CSE and other UPSC exams, the photograph must be at least 350 × 350 pixels, in JPEG format, file size between 20 KB and 300 KB. The signature must be at least 350 × 150 pixels, file size 20–300 KB. UPSC allows a wider range than SSC. Select the UPSC preset in this tool to auto-configure the dimensions and compression quality.

Question 3

Is this tool safe — does it upload my photo to any server?

Accepted Answer

No. This tool processes your photo and signature entirely within your browser using the HTML5 Canvas API. Your images are never uploaded to any server, never stored, and never transmitted over the internet. The resizing and compression happen locally on your device. Sarkaari Saathi cannot see your photos even if it wanted to.

Question 4

Why is my photo getting rejected even though I uploaded it?

Accepted Answer

Common rejection reasons: (1) File size out of range — the portal requires 20–50 KB but your file is 15 KB or 80 KB. Use this tool's quality slider to hit the exact range. (2) Wrong dimensions — exam portals check pixel dimensions strictly. (3) Wrong file format — use JPEG, not PNG or WebP. (4) Background colour — most portals require a white background; this tool fills white automatically. (5) Photo taken with phone too close — the face should occupy 70–80% of the frame.

Question 5

Which exam presets are available in this tool?

Accepted Answer

The tool includes presets for: SSC (CGL/CHSL/GD) — 132×170 px photo, 140×60 px signature, 20–50 KB; UPSC (CSE/CAPF) — min 350×350 px, 20–300 KB; IBPS/Banking (PO/Clerk/RRB) — 200×230 px photo, 140×60 px signature; RRB/Railway (NTPC/Group D) — same as SSC; KVS/NVS (Teaching Jobs) — 200×200 px photo. New presets are added when exam portals update their requirements.

Government Exam Photo & Signature Resizer

Government Exam Photo & Signature Resizer