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UPSC Photo & Signature Size for Online Forms

What UPSC application forms usually ask for, plus a free resizer that hits the size and format exactly.

Last updated: August 2026 · By PhotoResizer · Free · No sign-up · Works on mobile

Quick answer

UPSC forms generally need a recent colour photo in JPEG (often up to ~300 KB, with your name and date shown) and a signature in JPEG. Use PhotoResizer’s UPSC preset to match the form.

UPSC photo & signature specifications (typical)

RequirementPhotographSignature
FormatJPEGJPEG
File size≈ up to 300 KB≈ up to 300 KB
Dimensions≈350 × 350 px to 3.5 × 4.5 cmClear, on white paper
Name & dateOften required printed on photo
BackgroundPlain, front-facing, recentDark ink, white paper
UPSC often asks for the candidate’s name and the date printed on the photo. Always verify the exact rules on the official UPSC notification for your exam before uploading.

The name-and-date rule

UPSC frequently requires your name and the photo’s date to appear on the image itself. Take the photo against a plain background, add the name/date as the notice specifies, then resize to the required size in PhotoResizer without losing the text.

How to resize your photo for UPSC

  1. Prepare the photo — recent, plain background, with name and date if the notice asks.
  2. Open the UPSC preset in PhotoResizer and upload your photo and signature.
  3. Set size and crop — match the required KB and dimensions.
  4. Download — UPSC-ready JPEGs for the application portal.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the photo size for UPSC?
UPSC typically accepts a recent colour JPEG photo up to around 300 KB, often with your name and date printed on it. Check the current notification for exact limits.

Does UPSC need name and date on the photo?
Often yes. Many UPSC forms require your name and the date the photo was taken to be visible on the image.

How do I resize my photo for UPSC online?
Use PhotoResizer’s UPSC preset, upload the photo, set the required size, and download — the name/date text stays readable.

Is it free?
Yes — free, private, no sign-up and no watermark.

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