SSC Photo & Signature Size: Official 2026 Guidelines & Free Resizer
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Official SSC Image Specifications
According to recent Staff Selection Commission notifications, uploaded files must strictly satisfy the following criteria:
| Document | File Size Limit | Dimensions | Format | Key Guidelines |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passport Photo | 20 KB – 50 KB | 3.5 × 4.5 cm (~350 × 450 px) | JPEG / JPG | Light/white background, frontal face, no caps or dark glasses |
| Signature | 10 KB – 20 KB | 4.0 × 2.0 cm (~400 × 200 px) | JPEG / JPG | Running hand, black or dark blue ink, white unlined paper |
Official Verification Disclaimer: Guidelines are taken directly from SSC examination notices. Always verify with the latest notification published on the official Staff Selection Commission portal: ssc.gov.in.
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Common Reasons SSC Rejects Applications
- Oversized Photos: Photos exceeding 50 KB or signatures exceeding 20 KB are instantly blocked by the online portal validator.
- Blurry Signatures: Downsampling a low-contrast photo without proper cropping leads to illegible ink strokes. Use our unconstrained cropper to frame only the ink area.
- Caps & Spectacles: Selfies or candid photos wearing caps, masks, or tinted glasses are flagged during scrutiny.
- Block Letters Signature: Signing in ALL-CAPS (e.g. "SUMIT") violates SSC paragraph 15 guidelines. Sign in your natural cursive or running hand.
- Outdated Photographs: SSC guidelines state that the photograph must not be more than three months old from the notification publication date.
Frequently Asked Questions: SSC Image Formatting
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What is the exact photo size for SSC CGL, CHSL, and MTS?
The photograph must be in JPEG format with a file size strictly between 20 KB and 50 KB. The visual dimensions should be about 3.5 cm width by 4.5 cm height (around 350 × 450 pixels) with a plain white or light background.
What are the signature requirements for SSC exams?
The scanned signature must be between 10 KB and 20 KB in JPEG format, with dimensions of 4.0 cm width by 2.0 cm height (about 400 × 200 pixels). Sign with a black or dark blue pen on white unruled paper in running handwriting.
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