What is GATE signature size?

Up to 400KB JPEG, minimum 160×100 px. Target 60KB.

Which IIT organises GATE 2026?

IIT Roorkee. Portal: gate2026.iitr.ac.in. Changes every year.

Is GATE photo same for all subjects?

Yes. All GATE subjects use same portal and requirements.

🔖 GATE ✅ Updated March 2026 🔧 Free Tool on This Page

GATE 2026 Photo & Signature Size — 240×320 px · up to 400KB · Use 50–100KB for Quality

Q: What is GATE 2026 photo size?

GATE 2026: up to 400KB JPEG, minimum 240×320 px. Target 80KB for best quality.

Q: Can I use PNG for GATE?

No. JPEG only. Tool auto-converts PNG.

Q: What background for GATE?

White or light plain background.

Q: How to compress GATE photo free?

Use tool on this page — 80KB pre-set. 30 seconds. No sign-up.

Photoup to 400KB

Pixels240×320 px

FormatJPEG only

BackgroundWhite

Signatureup to 400KB

Sig Pixels160×100 px

Wrote this after helping a friend whose GATE form got stuck at the photo upload step. The confusing part is that GATE allows up to 400KB — far more generous than SSC or IBPS — but many candidates panic and over-compress to 20KB, which makes the photo blurry and sometimes triggers the portal's dimension check. GATE 2026 is organised by IIT Roorkee. This changes every year, so double-check the portal URL before you start. The tool on this page is pre-set to 80KB for GATE — that gives excellent face clarity while keeping the file comfortably under the 400KB ceiling.

Compress GATE 2026 Photo & Signature — Free

📸 Photo → 80KB · ✍️ Signature → 60KB · Choose tab below

🔒 No upload ⚡ 30 sec 📱 Mobile

GATE Photo: 80KB target 240×320 px min JPEG 400KB allowed — use 80KB for quality

📸

Upload Your Photo

JPG, PNG, WebP — max 25MB · PNG auto-converted to JPEG

or drag & drop · or paste from clipboard (Ctrl+V)

🔒 100% Private: Your photo is compressed entirely in your browser. No files uploaded to any server. Nothing stored or shared.

⚠️ GATE 2026 Portal Auto-Rejects If:

Photo over 400KB — only limit is maximum 400KB
Format is PNG or WebP — only JPEG accepted
Background is dark or patterned — white or light background preferred
Image is too small (under 240×320 px) — minimum dimension enforced
Wrong portal URL — organising IIT changes every year, verify current portal

💡 GATE IS GENEROUS: GATE allows up to 400KB for both photo and signature — the most lenient of all Indian exams. However, using a very large file slows upload. Target 80KB for photo and 60KB for signature for best quality-to-size balance. Note: organising IIT changes each year — always check current portal URL.

GATE 2026 Photo Size — Complete Details

GATE 2026 is the most lenient of all Indian competitive exams for photo requirements — allowing up to 400KB for both photo and signature. Minimum photo dimensions are 240×320 pixels. Target 80KB for best quality. The tool on this page is pre-set to 80KB for GATE.

✅ GATE GOAPS Portal Upload Checklist

Target 80KB photo — GATE allows 400KB, 80KB gives excellent quality
Organising IIT changes every year — always verify the current portal URL from the official GATE website before applying
GATE 2026 organised by IIT Roorkee — portal: gate2026.iitr.ac.in
White or light background, formal attire preferred
Same compressed file works for all GATE subjects (CS, EE, ME, CE, etc.)

GATE 2026 — Organising IIT Changes Every Year

A key GATE-specific fact: the organising IIT changes every year. GATE 2026 is organised by IIT Roorkee (gate2026.iitr.ac.in). GATE 2025 was by IIT Kanpur. Always verify the current portal URL and photo specifications from the official notification for your application year. The Signature tab in the tool above is pre-set to 60KB for GATE.

How to Compress GATE 2026 Photo — 4 Steps

Take recent passport-size photo

White background preferred, formal attire, clear face.

Compress photo to 80KB

Use Photo tab — pre-set to 80KB for GATE.

For signature — use Signature tab

Pre-set to 60KB for GATE. Black ink on white paper.

Upload to GATE 2026 portal

Verify URL: gate2026.iitr.ac.in. Check exact specs from notification.

GATE 2026 — Photo Size Comparison

Exam	Photo KB	Photo Pixels	Sig KB	Sig Pixels	Special Rule
GATE 2026 (IIT Roorkee)	up to 400KB	240×320 px min	up to 400KB	160×100 px	Organising IIT changes
UPSC Civil Services	20–300KB	350×350 px min	20–200KB	350–500 px	Triple signature
NEET UG 2026	10–200KB	276×354 px	10–30KB	3.5×1.5 cm	Photo after Jan 2025
SSC CGL 2026	20–50KB	275×354 px	10–20KB	140×60 px	Strict 20–50KB
IBPS PO 2026	20–50KB	200×230 px	10–20KB	800×300 px	Landscape sig required

⚠️ Always verify from the official notification at gate2026.iitr.ac.in

Compress GATE 2026 Signature Free

Signature tab pre-set to 60KB — best quality for GATE portal

Why Is My GATE 2026 Photo Getting Rejected?

The portal runs automated checks. These are the common rejection reasons with exact fixes:

❌ Photo over 400KB

Only applicable limit for GATE photo. Fix: Tool targets 80KB — well within 400KB limit

❌ PNG format

GATE portal requires JPEG format. Fix: Tool auto-converts PNG → JPEG

❌ Image under 240×320 px

Minimum dimension enforced. Fix: Use original camera photo — modern phones exceed this easily

❌ Wrong portal URL

Organising IIT changes every year. Fix: Check current portal — GATE 2026 is gate2026.iitr.ac.in

❌ Dark or patterned background

Light or white background preferred. Fix: Retake against plain white or light wall

❌ Blurry photo

Must be clearly identifiable. Fix: Use 5MP+ camera in good light

❌ Signature too small

Minimum 160×100 px. Fix: Use original photo of signature — no need to crop tightly

❌ Casual attire

Formal or smart casual preferred for GATE. Fix: Plain shirt or formal top in photo

Frequently Asked Questions

Based on official requirements as of March 2026. Verify from official notification.

What is GATE 2026 photo size?

GATE 2026 allows photo up to 400KB JPEG, minimum 240×320 pixels. Target 80KB for best quality. Signature also up to 400KB, minimum 160×100 px.

What is GATE 2026 signature size?

GATE 2026 signature: up to 400KB JPEG, minimum 160×100 pixels. Target 60KB for best quality. Use the Signature tab in the tool above.

Which IIT is organising GATE 2026?

GATE 2026 is organised by IIT Roorkee. Portal: gate2026.iitr.ac.in. Note: organising IIT changes every year — always verify current portal before applying.

Does GATE have a photo size minimum?

Yes. GATE requires minimum 240×320 pixels for photo and 160×100 pixels for signature. Maximum is 400KB for both.

Can I use PNG for GATE photo?

No. GATE portal requires JPEG format. The tool on this page auto-converts PNG to JPEG while compressing.

What background for GATE photo?

White or light plain background preferred. Formal or smart casual attire. GATE is less strict than SSC/UPSC but white background is safest.

How to compress GATE photo free?

Use the free tool on this page — pre-set to 80KB for GATE. Upload, compress, download in 30 seconds. No sign-up needed.

Is GATE photo size same for all subjects?

Yes. CS, EE, ME, CE, and all GATE subjects use the same portal with identical photo requirements: 240×320 px min, up to 400KB JPEG.

Why is GATE photo size so large (400KB)?

GATE allows 400KB because IITs prefer high-quality photos for identity verification. Using 80–100KB gives excellent quality while uploading faster.

GATE 2027 photo size?

GATE organising IIT changes each year. Check the official GATE 2027 website for updated photo requirements when announced.

Photo & Signature Size for Other Exams

⚠️ Disclaimer: Information compiled from official notifications as of March 2026. Requirements may change each exam cycle. Always verify from gate2026.iitr.ac.in before applying.