Union Public Service Commission (CSE & other exams). Upload your photo or signature below and this auto-fills the right target size.
Drop a photo or signature here, or choose a file
How exact-KB compression works
This adjusts JPG/WEBP quality and, if needed, slightly reduces pixel dimensions until the file lands just under your target — typically with a small safety margin so a strict portal doesn't reject it for being a byte over. The compression runs on a background thread when your browser supports it, so the page stays responsive even on a large photo. Your file is never sent to a server — everything happens on your device.
About UPSC's photo & signature rules
UPSC's online application system accepts a noticeably wider size range than SSC or banking exams, but it is strict about format and about the photo being recent and forward-facing.
Common mistakeAssuming UPSC's larger size allowance means any photo will work. The portal still rejects scanned printed photos and heavily filtered phone photos.
Frequently asked
What is the photo size limit for UPSC?
UPSC (Union Public Service Commission (CSE & other exams)) typically asks for a photo around 300 KB. This is consistent across most recent recruitment cycles, but always check your own notification before submitting.
What is the signature size limit for UPSC?
The signature limit for UPSC is typically around 50 KB, separate from the photo limit.
What image format does UPSC require?
UPSC requires JPG format for both the photo and signature uploads, like nearly every Indian government exam portal.