UPSC Civil Services Photo & Signature Resizer

UPSC has strict rules for the photograph and signature, and it also takes a live photograph in the application module. Rejections usually come from the wrong file size, a signature that is not repeated three times, or a photo with a coloured background.

Required sizes for UPSC Civil Services

Upload	Pixels	File size	Format
Photograph	longest side up to 600 px	20 - 200 KB	JPG / JPEG
Signature (three times)	longest side up to 500 px	20 - 100 KB	JPG / JPEG

Source: UPSC online application instructions, as reported by public guides (2026). Boards can revise these numbers, so compare with the notification you are applying under.

Tips for UPSC Civil Services uploads

Sign three times, one under the other, in black ink on plain white paper, and photograph all three in a single image.
The photo needs a plain white background, both ears visible, eyes open and a neutral expression.
A typed or digital signature leads to rejection; it must be your handwriting.
Keep the file names exactly as the portal instructs when you upload.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UPSC photo size in KB?

The photograph should be a JPG of 20 to 200 KB. No pixel size is fixed, so this tool keeps your picture proportions and only controls file size.

What is the UPSC signature size?

A JPG of 20 to 100 KB with the longer side between 350 and 500 pixels, showing your signature three times on white paper.

Is a live photo needed as well?

Yes. UPSC asks for a live photograph that must match the uploaded one, so use a recent picture.

Can I use a selfie?

Only if it meets the rules: plain white background, face centred, no shadows. A studio-style photo is safer.

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