Standard Specifications for Competitive Exam Portals
Recruitment servers across India (UPSC, SSC, State Selection Boards, IBPS, NTA) enforce strict automated file gates to prevent database bloat. Common parameters include:
20 KB to 50 KB, 3.5cm × 4.5cm (approx 200 × 230 px), light/white background.
10 KB to 20 KB, 140 × 60 px, black or dark blue ink on clear white paper.
PDF format, strictly under 100 KB or 300 KB, clear text readability.
Step-by-Step Preparation Toolkit
Step 1: Hit Exact KB Limits without Blurring Faces
Instead of using random image compressors that ruin facial clarity, use our Compress Image to Exact KB tool. Select the "Under 50 KB" or "Under 20 KB" preset; the client algorithm calculates the optimal JPEG quantization matrix to ensure compliance.
Step 2: Draw a Sharp Digital Signature
If you do not have a flatbed scanner, use our Draw Signature Online tool on your smartphone screen. You can sketch with your finger and export a transparent PNG without shadows or crumpled paper marks.
Step 3: Print a 30-Photo A4 Sheet for Offline Verification
When called for document verification or written tests, candidates must carry 4–8 passport photos. Avoid paying studio prices by using our Passport Photo Maker to compile an instant 30-photo sheet at 300 DPI for standard photo paper printing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do portals reject photos even when file size is under 50KB?
Many portals check both file weight (KB) and pixel dimensions. Use our Image Resizer to lock both width and height to the portal's exact specified requirements.