SSC CGL Photo Size 2026 — Complete Details
The SSC CGL photo size in pixels is 275×354 px, the standard passport photo dimension of 3.5×4.5 cm scanned at 200 DPI. The file must be JPEG format, 20KB to 50KB. The SSC portal runs an automatic check — photos outside this range are rejected instantly without manual review. The tool above compresses to exactly 20KB — the safest target within the range.
The photo must have a plain white or off-white background. Face must be clearly visible, front-facing, with both ears visible and a neutral expression. Photo must be recent — taken within 6 months of your application date.
- Use the tool above — targets exactly 20KB, never rejected for size
- Take the photo in front of a plain white wall — natural daylight works better than indoor tube lights
- Any smartphone camera at 5MP or above is fine — no studio visit required
- No glasses, no cap, no uniform. Religious headwear that doesn't cover the face is allowed, but check the current notification to be sure
- Save the file as "photo.jpg" — avoid spaces or Hindi/special characters in the filename, some SSC portals reject these
SSC CGL Signature Size 2026 — Complete Details
The SSC CGL signature size is 10KB to 20KB, JPEG format, minimum 140×60 pixels. Sign in black ink on plain white paper. Target 15KB to stay safely in the middle of the allowed range. Switch to the Signature tab in the tool above — it automatically reconfigures to 15KB target with the correct 10–20KB range.
How to Compress SSC CGL Photo — 4 Steps
Take a proper passport-size photo
White background, good natural lighting, no glasses or cap, looking straight at the camera. Any smartphone works. A studio photo is fine too but not required.
Upload to the tool at the top of this page
Scroll to the top of this page, click Upload Photo or drag and drop your image. PNG files are automatically converted to JPEG — no extra steps needed.
Click Compress — done in under 10 seconds
The tool is pre-set to 20KB for SSC CGL. The compression runs in your browser — no internet connection needed for this step.
Download and upload to SSC portal
Download the compressed JPEG. Upload directly to ssc.gov.in. It passes SSC's automated file size and format checker without issues.
SSC CGL vs CHSL vs MTS vs GD — Photo Size Comparison
A lot of candidates don't realise this — SSC CGL, CHSL, MTS, GD Constable, and CPO all use the same upload portal with identical photo requirements. One compressed file from the tool above works for all of them. No need to compress separately for each exam.
| SSC Exam | Photo KB | Photo Pixels | Sig KB | Format | Background |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSC CGL 2026 | 20–50KB | 275×354 px | 10–20KB | JPEG | White |
| SSC CHSL 2026 | 20–50KB | 275×354 px | 10–20KB | JPEG | White |
| SSC MTS 2026 | 20–50KB | 275×354 px | 10–20KB | JPEG | White |
| SSC GD Constable | 20–50KB | 275×354 px | 10–20KB | JPEG | White |
| SSC CPO / SI | 20–50KB | 275×354 px | 10–20KB | JPEG | White |
⚠️ Always verify from the official SSC notification PDF at ssc.gov.in for your specific exam cycle.
Need to Compress SSC Signature?
Switch to Signature tab in the tool above — auto-compresses to 15KB JPEG · Free · On this page
Why SSC Portal Keeps Rejecting Your Photo
The SSC portal runs automated validation. These are the 8 most common rejection reasons with exact fixes — all fixable using the tool above:
SSC CGL Photo Size — CM vs Pixels vs KB Explained
SSC states requirements three ways. Here is what each means:
| Measurement | Value | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Physical size | 3.5 × 4.5 cm | Taking photo at studio or on mobile |
| Pixel dimensions | 275 × 354 px | Portal upload validation check |
| File size | 20KB – 50KB | Portal file size check — auto-rejected if outside |
| Format | JPEG / JPG only | Portal format check — PNG rejected |
| Background | White / Off-white | Document verification on exam day |
A studio passport photo is typically 2–5 MB — far too large. The tool at the top of this page compresses it to 20KB in under 30 seconds.