UPSC photo and signature size
From the Union Public Service Commission's own documents, read on 2 November 2026
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| File | Format | File size | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photo | JPEG | 20 to 200 KB | 350 × 350 to 1000 × 1000 px |
| Signature | JPEG | 20 to 100 KB | 350 × 350 to 1000 × 1000 px |
Check and fix your files for UPSC
The rules
- You upload a photo and also capture a live photo while filling the form.
- Sign three times, one below the other, on plain white paper in black ink. All three go in one image.
- The signatures must be clear and legible.
What a checker cannot see
This checks size and shape. It cannot tell whether your live photo matches the uploaded one.
Where these numbers come from
- CAPF (ACs) Examination 2026 notice
- Civil Services Examination 2026 notice, Notes 2 and 3
- UPSC online application FAQ, questions 43 and 44