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SSC CHSL Photograph Resizer & Compressor

Format, crop, and resize your scanned image file to fit the exact SSC CHSL portal specifications automatically. All calculations and quality compressions are performed locally in your browser for 100% privacy.

Official guidelines verified against the latest bulletin on 28 August 2026.

Official Photo Guide

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File Size Range20 KB – 50 KB
Allowed FormatsJPG, JPEG
Dimensions (Resolution)276 × 354 px
Aspect Ratio3.5:4.5
Background note: light-colored (preferably white)
Special Guidelines

Photo must be taken within 3 months of notice. Face must cover 70-80% of the image space. No caps, glasses, or spectacles. Both ears should be visible.

Official Information & Disclaimer

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Database guidelines last verified on: 28 August 2026
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Candidate Advisory Notice

This app is a client-side resizing tool and is not affiliated with any government body, the SSC CHSL 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 SSC CHSL photo are loaded. Width: 276px, Height: 354px, File size: 20-50 KB.

Sizing Instructions

  • Live photograph capture on ssc.gov.in requires a well-lit frontal view at eye level.
  • Ensure clean lighting on both sides of the face so there are no deep shadows.
  • Both ears must be clearly visible and head covering is prohibited (except religious headgear with full face visible).
  • No spectacles, goggles, or sunglasses are permitted during the photo capture.
  • Maintain standard 3.5 x 4.5 cm proportion if preparing backup static scans (20-50 KB).

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Wearing vision glasses or dark goggles during the live photo capture.
Poor room lighting resulting in dark, grainy, or under-exposed photos.
Taking the photo from a low or high angle instead of straight eye level.
Capturing a phone photo of a computer screen or physical passport print.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q.What are the photo requirements for SSC CHSL?

SSC CHSL uses live photo capture on the SSC portal. Candidates must have a plain background, front lighting, no spectacles, and visible ears.

Q.Can I use a selfie for SSC CHSL?

No casual selfies are allowed. The live camera capture must be taken straight-on at eye level with a neutral facial expression.

Q.Why does SSC reject photos with spectacles?

Reflections and glare on lenses can obscure eye features used in automated facial verification at examination centers.

Q.How do I ensure good lighting for SSC CHSL photo?

Face a window with natural daylight or place a light source in front of you. Avoid having bright light behind your back.

Q.What should I do if the live camera fails to capture on mobile?

Use the official mySSC app from the Google Play Store or use a desktop browser (Chrome/Edge) with webcam permissions enabled.