UPSC (Civil Services / OTR) photo & signature — resize & compress
UPSC One Time Registration (OTR) and Civil Services applications need a clear colour photo and a signature in JPG/JPEG, each generally between 20 KB and 300 KB. UPSC also asks for the photo to show the date and a name caption in some cycles — always read the current notice. Use the preset to land inside the KB range instantly.
🔒 100% private — your image never leaves your deviceUPSC photo & signature size
| Item | Dimensions | File size | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photograph | 3.5 × 4.5 cm (≈350 × 450 px) | 20–300 KB | JPEG |
| Signature | ≈350 × 150 px | 20–300 KB | JPEG |
How to resize your UPSC photo and signature
- The tool above is already set to the UPSC photo size. Switch to Signature using the toggle when you need the signature.
- Tap to upload your scanned photo or signature.
- Crop inside the locked box and tap Resize & Compress.
- Download the JPEG and upload it to the UPSC portal.
UPSC — FAQs
What is the photo size for UPSC OTR?
A recent colour photograph in JPG, commonly 20–300 KB. Some cycles require the photo to display your name and the date it was taken — check the active notification.
What signature size does UPSC want?
A scanned signature in JPG, commonly 20–300 KB. The UPSC preset targets this range.
Other forms
Not affiliated with any government body or examination authority. The sizes shown are commonly-required values and may change — always verify against the official UPSC notification before uploading.