How to Resize Photo & Signature for State Exams 2026-27 (Step-by-Step)
State government examinations across India recruit lakhs of candidates annually for administrative
services, police, teachers, clerks, and judiciary. Every state has its own PSC and recruitment board
with unique photo and signature requirements that have been updated for 2026-27. Unlike central exams
(SSC, UPSC) with standardized specs, state exams differ significantly — UPPSC requires a composite
photo+signature image, MPPSC accepts separate uploads at 275×354px, BPSC needs 200×230px, and WBCS uses
138×177px. Using the wrong specification may cause an upload error or rejection.
Every year, thousands of applications get rejected due to incorrect photo specifications — wrong
dimensions (even 1-2 pixels off), file size out of range, or wrong format. Our state exam photo
resize tool 2026-27 is pre-loaded with reference presets for many state exams to
help reduce common dimension and file-size mistakes.
🔄 2026–27 Cycle: Verify Before Uploading
Exam authorities can change photo, signature, file-size, format, background, or document-upload
requirements between recruitment cycles. This page provides configured reference presets for the
exams listed in the tool; it does not establish a single rule for all state examinations.
Best practice: Select the exact exam, compare the displayed
values with the current official notification, and only then prepare the final upload file.
📝 TET / Teacher Eligibility Tests
TET requirements should be treated separately by examination and recruitment cycle. CTET, HTET,
UPTET, REET, BTET, MPTET, MAHATET, OTET and KTET may use different dimensions, file-size limits,
document types or upload instructions.
| Exam |
Preset on this page |
Source |
Verification |
| CTET | Configured reference preset | Official notification | Check current notice |
| HTET | Configured reference preset | Official notification | Check current notice |
| UPTET / REET | Separate exam presets | Official notification | Check current notice |
| Other State TETs | Exam-specific where listed | Official notification | Check current notice |
Do not use a generic TET rule. Select the exact TET in the tool and compare its
configured dimensions and file-size range with the latest official notification before submission.
Updated 2026-27 Photo & Signature Requirements – State-wise Overview
The following are configured reference presets for the exams listed below. They should not be treated as
universal rules. Compare the selected exam with its current official notification before applying.
Updated for 2026-27 cycle (March
2026)
| State/Exam |
Photo Dimensions (pixels) |
File Size |
Signature Size |
Format |
| UPSC (Central) |
350×350 px min |
20–300 KB |
20–100 KB |
JPG/JPEG |
| UPPSC (UP PSC) |
5cm×6cm composite at 200 DPI ≈ 394×472 px |
Under 50 KB |
Included in composite |
JPG/JPEG |
| MPPSC (MP PSC) |
275×354 px |
20–100 KB |
275×118 px, 10–100 KB |
JPG/JPEG |
| RPSC (Rajasthan PSC) |
200×230 px |
20–50 KB |
280×80 px |
JPG/JPEG |
| MPSC (Maharashtra PSC) |
200×230 px |
10–50 KB |
140×60 px |
JPG/JPEG |
| BPSC (Bihar PSC) |
200×230 px |
20–50 KB |
140×60 px |
JPG/JPEG |
| WBCS (West Bengal CS) |
138×177 px |
20–100 KB |
138×59 px |
JPG/JPEG |
| OPSC (Odisha PSC) |
413×531 px |
20–50 KB |
140×60 px |
JPG/JPEG |
| KPSC (Karnataka PSC) |
413×531 px |
20–100 KB |
140×60 px |
JPG/JPEG |
| TNPSC (Tamil Nadu PSC) |
200×230 px |
10–50 KB |
140×60 px |
JPG/JPEG |
| KPSC Kerala |
150×200 px |
Max 30 KB |
150×60 px |
JPG |
| APSC (Assam PSC) |
300×350 px |
20–100 KB |
140×60 px |
JPG/JPEG |
| HPSC (Haryana PSC) |
138×177 px |
10–100 KB |
140×60 px |
JPG/JPEG |
| PPSC (Punjab PSC) |
200×230 px |
10–100 KB |
140×60 px |
JPG/JPEG |
| UKPSC (Uttarakhand PSC) |
413×531 px |
20–100 KB |
140×60 px |
JPG/JPEG |
| UP Police |
413×531 px |
20–200 KB |
140×60 px |
JPG/JPEG |
| Bihar Police |
200×230 px |
20–50 KB |
140×60 px |
JPG/JPEG |
| West Bengal Police |
138×177 px |
20–50 KB |
138×59 px |
JPG/JPEG |
| JKSSB (J&K) |
200×230 px |
20–50 KB |
140×60 px |
JPG/JPEG |
⚠️ Important Notice (2026-27): Photo specifications change each
recruitment cycle. ALWAYS verify from your exam's current official notification before applying.
UPPSC Reference Preset
| Photo Type: |
Composite (photo + signature in ONE image) |
| Dimensions: |
5 cm (W) × 6 cm (H) |
| Resolution: |
200 DPI (True Color) |
| File Size: |
Less than 50 KB |
| Format: |
JPG / JPEG / PNG / TIFF |
| Signature Ink: |
Black ink only |
| Background: |
White paper (A4 size recommended) |
| Note: |
Signatures in capital letters NOT permitted |
✍️ MPPSC Reference Preset
| MPPSC Signature: |
275×118 px (3.5cm×1.5cm) |
| Most State PSC: |
140×60 px (standard) |
| WBCS / WB Police: |
138×59 px |
| File Size: |
10 KB to 20 KB (most exams) |
| Format: |
JPG or JPEG only |
| Ink Color: |
BLACK ink mandatory (not blue) |
| Background: |
Plain white (mandatory) |
| Quality: |
Clear scan — no smudging or blur |
How to Create a Perfect State Exam Application Photo:
- For UPPSC: Paste passport photo on white A4 paper (5cm×6cm area), sign below in
black ink, scan at 200 DPI. Save as JPG under 50KB.
- For MPPSC / Most State PSC: Take recent passport photo (white/light
background). Select your exam above, upload, and our tool will resize to exact pixels
automatically.
- For BPSC/WBCS: These use smaller pixel dimensions. Ensure your original photo
is high-resolution before resizing to avoid pixelation.
- Signature: Sign on blank white A4 paper with thick BLACK gel/ball pen. Scan at
200+ DPI. Use the Signature tab above to resize.
- File Size Control: Use the quality slider to hit the exact KB range. The tool
shows real-time KB as you adjust.
- Verify Before Submit: Check file size in KB in file properties after download.
Common Photo & Signature Upload Mistakes
Using wrong pixel dimensions —
each exam has unique specs
File size too large OR too
small — MPPSC rejects both under 20KB and over 100KB
Blue ink signature — BLACK INK
ONLY is mandatory
Same photo file used for all
exams — each needs different sizes
UPPSC: uploading photo and
signature separately instead of composite
Colored or dark background
instead of white/light
Signature in capital letters —
not permitted for UPPSC
Old photo (more than 3 months
old)
Privacy & Security: Your Photos Stay on Your Device
🛡️
Zero Server Upload
Your photo never leaves your device. All processing happens locally in your browser.
🔒
No Data Collection
Image processing happens in your browser; image files are not sent to our image-processing server.
🛡️
Open Technology
Built with standard HTML5 Canvas API. You can verify the code in browser DevTools.
📱
Works on Mobile
Resize directly on your Android/iOS phone. Click photo → resize → upload to portal.
Pro Tips & Common Mistakes (2026-27 Cycle)
✓
Follow Exam-Specific Specs
- Select your exact exam from dropdown above
- Verify pixel dimensions match notification
- Keep file size within official range
- Use the format specified by the current notification
⚠
Avoid Portal Rejections
- ❌ Do not exceed the maximum file size stated in the current notification
- ❌ Do not assume another exam’s KB range applies to MPPSC
- ❌ Do not use separate or composite uploads unless the current notice requires that format
- ❌ Do not add name, date, thumb impression or other elements unless the current notice requires them
💡
Photo Quality Checklist
- ✓ Follow the background requirement stated in the current notification
- ✓ Follow the face-position and visibility guidance stated in the current notification
- ✓ Both ears visible, no sunglasses
- ✓ Neutral expression, straight look
◷
Submission Best Practices
- ✓ Test upload 1 week before last date
- ✓ Keep original high-res photo file saved
- ✓ Prepare separate resized file for each exam
- ✓ Try Chrome if upload fails in other browsers
Why Use This State Exam Photo Resizer?
This tool is designed to make image preparation easier when an exam notification specifies particular dimensions
or file-size limits. It provides browser-based resizing, compression and exam-specific reference presets.
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Smart KB Compressor
Use the target file-size control to help bring the output into the range configured for the selected preset.
Always compare the final file with the current notification.
✂️
Precision Crop & Zoom
Use the zoom slider to position the image inside the configured dimensions. Follow the current notification
for portrait framing and face-position requirements.
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One-Click Exam Presets
Select an exam from the Quick Pick menu and the tool loads its configured reference dimensions and file-size
range. Compare them with the current notification before use.
How to Compress Photo and Signature in KB for State Exams?
A major hurdle candidates face is adjusting the file size (KB) after resizing dimensions. If you need an
exact MPPSC signature size kb 2026 (which is strictly 10-100KB) or BPSC photo
dimensions with a white background (under 50KB), follow this exact method using our tool:
- Upload your raw photo: Even if it is a 5MB image from your smartphone camera,
upload it directly.
- Select your target KB: In Step 2, locate the "Target File Size (KB)" dropdown.
Select "Under 50 KB" or "Under 20 KB" based on your exam's specific rules.
- Auto-Optimization: The tool runs a local script to find the maximum possible visual
quality that fits right under your selected KB limit.
- Live Preview Check: Confirm the generated dimensions and file size in the Preview section
before downloading. This helps with the configured image constraints but cannot guarantee portal
acceptance.
Frequently Asked Questions – State Exam Photo Resizer 2026-27
Are these presets the official rules for every exam?⌄
No. They are exam-specific reference presets configured on this page. Requirements can change by recruitment cycle, post and application portal. Check the current official notification before submitting.
Why does each exam have a separate preset?⌄
Different authorities can specify different dimensions, file-size ranges, formats, backgrounds or upload methods. Select the exact examination rather than applying one generic state-exam rule.
Can I use the same photo for all state exams?⌄
The original photograph may be the same, but the final uploaded file may need different dimensions or file-size limits. Prepare a separate output when the current notification requires different specifications.
Does the tool check EXIF, AI verification or portal acceptance?⌄
No. This page resizes and compresses the image in your browser. It does not claim to reproduce an exam authority's portal checks, AI verification, EXIF checks or acceptance process.
What should I do if the notification differs from the preset?⌄
Follow the current official notification. Do not rely on the preset when the official document gives different dimensions, file-size limits, format, background or upload instructions.
✅ Final Check Before Submission
Use the selected preset as a preparation aid, then compare the final image with the current official
notification and application portal instructions. Correct dimensions or file size alone do not guarantee
acceptance if the authority requires additional conditions.
All the very best for your state government examination! 🎯
⚠️ Critical Disclaimer — Verify Before Applying
⚠️ Specifications shown are reference presets, not a universal state-exam rule. Requirements can change by
recruitment cycle, post or portal. Always verify the exact values and upload instructions in the
current official notification before applying.