GATE Photograph Resizer & Compressor
Format, crop, and resize your scanned image file to fit the exact GATE portal specifications automatically. All calculations and quality compressions are performed locally in your browser for 100% privacy.
Official Photo Guide
Width 3.5 cm and height 4.5 cm (equivalent pixel ratio 200x260 minimum, 530x690 maximum). Face coverage must be 60-70% showing forehead, eyes, nose, and chin. White background, clear view, no cap or goggles.
Official Information & Disclaimer
Links and source verification dates.
This app is a client-side resizing tool and is not affiliated with any government body, the GATE commission, or its testing partners. Always review the official exam information bulletin to ensure sizes, aspect ratios, and backgrounds have not changed before submitting your application.
Resizing Workspace (Presets Loaded)
Official presets for GATE photo are loaded. Width: 276px, Height: 354px, File size: 5-600 KB.
Sizing Instructions
- Passport size color photograph (3.5 cm x 4.5 cm) on a plain white background.
- Pixel dimensions must be between 200 x 260 px (minimum) and 530 x 690 px (maximum).
- Aspect ratio (width:height) must be strictly between 0.66 and 0.89.
- Face must occupy 60% to 70% of the photograph area showing forehead, eyes, nose, and chin.
- File size: between 5 KB and 600 KB in JPG/JPEG format (check organizing institute bulletin).
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q.What are the exact pixel limits for GATE photograph?
GATE requires photo resolution between 200 x 260 pixels (minimum) and 530 x 690 pixels (maximum) with aspect ratio between 0.66 and 0.89.
Q.What is the face coverage percentage for GATE?
The face must cover 60% to 70% of the photograph area with forehead, eyes, nose, and chin clearly visible.
Q.Is a white background mandatory for GATE photo?
Yes. GATE organizing IITs strictly require a plain white background.
Q.What are the GATE signature box dimensions?
Candidates should sign inside a rectangular box of 2.0 cm (height) x 7.0 cm (width) on white paper with black or dark blue ink.
Q.What are the pixel boundaries for GATE signature?
GATE signature resolution must be between 250 x 80 pixels (minimum) and 580 x 180 pixels (maximum) with file size between 3 KB and 300 KB.