UPSC sizes (CSE notice): photograph 20–200 KB JPG (no pixel size prescribed); signature written three times in one image, 20–100 KB, 350–500 pixels; photo ID 20–200 KB. A live photograph is also captured during the application.
How to uPSC Photo & Signature Size
- Choose Photograph, Signature (3 times) or Photo ID.
- Select your image.
- Press Resize & compress.
- Name the files the way the portal asks (for example photo.jpg and signature.jpg) and upload them.
UPSC upload requirements
Check your own notice as well. Commissions sometimes change the sizes between notifications. The figures below come from the latest notices, but your application portal and notice have the final word.
| Upload | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Photograph | JPG, 20–200 KB, recent colour photo, face about three-quarters of the frame |
| Signature | Signed three times one below the other on white paper, scanned as one JPG, 20–100 KB, 350–500 px |
| Photo ID | JPG, 20–200 KB |
| Live photograph | Captured through the application |
Making the three-signature image
Sign three times, one below another, on a single sheet of white paper in black ink. Photograph or scan the whole block, then use the Signature (3 times) preset with "Show whole picture" so all three signatures stay visible.
Why your file stays private
UPSC Photo & Signature runs entirely inside your browser. Your file is read from your device, processed in memory and saved back to your device. It is never uploaded to GreenPDFs or anyone else, so you can use it with Aadhaar, marksheets, bank statements and other personal documents. How in-browser processing works.
Frequently asked questions
How do I sign three times in one image?
Sign three times one below the other on white paper and upload them as one image.
Is the live photo mandatory?
Yes, according to the current instructions.
Is there a pixel size for the photograph?
The CSE notice gives a KB range but no pixel size. The preset uses a standard 3.5 × 4.5 cm passport frame.
Are my photos uploaded?
No. Resizing and compression happen inside your browser, so your photo and signature stay on your device.