Photo & Signature Joiner for UPSC
Combine a passport photo and signature vertically or horizontally into a single image, keeping the combined file under 100KB.
Official Requirements for UPSC
To ensure your document is accepted by the India official platform, it must meet the following strict criteria:
- Maximum File Size: 300 KB
- Certificate/marksheet PDFs must be under 300KB.
- Photograph: 20KB–50KB JPEG.
- Signature: 10KB–20KB JPEG.
- Documents must be legible — no blurring, pixelation, or cropping.
- Scanned documents must be in black & white or colour at 200–300 DPI.
Disclaimer: These requirements are verified based on official guidelines. However, platform rules and guidelines can change. Always consult the official UPSC portal before final submission.
Common Rejection Reasons
- File size exceeding the portal limit (most common reason).
- Unreadable scan due to over-compression.
- Wrong file format (must be JPEG/PDF as specified per field).
- Photo or signature outside the permitted pixel/KB range.
UPSC Online Application Photo Resizer
Certain state government portals (like UPSSSC, DSSSB, or state PSCs) require candidates to upload a single image containing both their passport photograph and signature joined vertically. The combined file must also fit under a specific limit (often 50KB or 100KB). Doing this manually in MS Paint can be tedious and prone to distortion. Our Photo & Signature Joiner lets you load both files, adjust spacing and border thickness, compile them vertically, and compress the output image to a target size securely in seconds. The Union Public Service Commission mandates highly specific dimensional and file size constraints to prevent fraudulent entries in Indian civil service exams. Our automated script resizes your portrait to the exact 350x350 pixel minimum while meticulously keeping the file weight locked between 20 KB and 300 KB.
How to Use Photo & Signature Joiner for UPSC
Follow these simple steps to ensure your file meets all requirements for UPSC.
Upload Photo & Signature - Step 1
Choose your passport photo as the first image and your scanned signature as the second image. Upload a brightly lit photograph that prominently features your name and the current date printed at the bottom if required by the latest notification.
Configure Border & Spacer - Step 2
Adjust the vertical spacing between the photo and signature, and add an optional gray border. Use the cropping handles to create a perfectly square layout that captures your full face and shoulders.
Stitch and Compress - Step 3
Set your target size constraint (e.g., 100KB) and download the vertically combined JPEG. Export the adjusted JPEG image to instantly bypass the UPSC portal's strict validation errors.
Frequently Asked Questions about UPSC
Answers to common questions regarding requirements for UPSC.
Which exams require a combined photo and signature?
- Exam boards like UPSSSC, DSSSB, UKPSC, and some state police recruitment portals require photo and signature combined into a single file.
What is the recommended ratio between photo and signature?
- The signature should be placed at the bottom, scaled to the same width as the photo. Our tool handles this automatically so your signature is not stretched.
How does the tool ensure the combined size is under the limit?
- Once stitched, our secure compressor iteratively optimizes the image quality to meet your target limit (e.g., 50KB or 100KB) automatically.
What is the maximum PDF size for UPSC document uploads?
- Most UPSC certificate and marksheet fields accept PDFs up to 300KB. The photograph field accepts JPEG between 20KB and 50KB, and the signature field accepts JPEG between 10KB and 20KB.
What DPI should I scan documents for UPSC?
- UPSC recommends scanning at 200–300 DPI. Higher DPI produces larger files that may exceed the upload limit, while lower DPI can make text illegible for verification.
Can I upload a colour PDF to UPSC?
- Yes, UPSC accepts both colour and black-and-white scans. However, compressing a colour PDF without quality loss is harder — use our tool's Recommended compression mode to stay under 300KB.
What is the required pixel size for UPSC?
- The image must be square, with dimensions ranging from a minimum of 350x350 pixels to a maximum of 1000x1000 pixels.
What is the maximum allowed file size?
- Your photograph must be under 300 KB, but not smaller than 20 KB, formatted strictly as a JPG/JPEG.
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