UPPSC Photo Size 2026 — General Requirements
UPPSC (Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission) typically requires a passport-size JPEG photo of 3.5×4.5 cm, file size 20KB to 50KB. The portal uses standard SSC-style upload validation. Target 20KB as it is universally safe for all UPPSC posts. White or off-white background required.
- 20KB is universally safe — works for all UPPSC posts regardless of notification
- Always download and verify from the official UPPSC notification PDF
- White background, black ink on white paper for signature
- Same portal used for PCS, RO/ARO, and all UPPSC exams
- Passport-size photo (3.5×4.5 cm) is standard for all UPPSC posts
UPPSC Signature Size — Verify Per Post
The UPPSC signature is typically 10KB to 30KB JPEG, black ink on white paper. Target 20KB for safe upload. Switch to the Signature tab in the tool above to compress. Important: UPPSC specs can vary between PCS, RO/ARO, and other posts — always verify from your specific notification.
How to Compress UPPSC Photo — Steps
Take passport-size photo
White background, good light, no glasses, front-facing.
Compress photo to 20KB
Use Photo tab — pre-set to 20KB for UPPSC.
For signature — use Signature tab
Pre-set to 20KB. Black ink on white paper.
Verify from official notification
Always check the current UPPSC notification PDF at uppsc.up.nic.in before submitting.
UPPSC — Photo Size Comparison
| Exam | Photo KB | Photo Pixels | Sig KB | Sig Pixels | Special Rule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UPPSC PCS 2026 | 20–50KB | 3.5×4.5 cm | 10–30KB | varies | Verify per notification |
| UPPSC RO/ARO | 20–50KB | 3.5×4.5 cm | 10–30KB | varies | Verify per notification |
| UPPSC APS | 20–50KB | 3.5×4.5 cm | 10–30KB | varies | Verify per notification |
| BPSC (Bihar PSC) | 20–100KB | 200×230 px | 10–30KB | varies | Higher photo KB |
| MPSC (Maharashtra) | 20–50KB | 200×230 px | 10–20KB | 140×60 px | White bg required |
⚠️ Always verify from the official notification at uppsc.up.nic.in
Compress UPPSC Signature Free
Signature tab pre-set to 20KB · Black ink · White paper · Works on mobile
Why Is My UPPSC Photo Getting Rejected?
These are the most common rejection reasons with exact fixes: