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UPSC CSE Photograph Resizer & Compressor

Format, crop, and resize your scanned image file to fit the exact UPSC CSE 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 – 300 KB
Allowed FormatsJPG, JPEG
Dimensions (Resolution)550 × 550 px
Aspect Ratio550:550
Background note: plain white
Special Guidelines

Width and height of the image must be equal (1:1 ratio). Face must cover at least 75% of the photograph. UPSC portal matches live photo with uploaded photo; ensure matching looks.

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 UPSC CSE 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 UPSC CSE photo are loaded. Width: 550px, Height: 550px, File size: 20-300 KB.

Sizing Instructions

  • The photograph must be a square aspect ratio (1:1), with minimum 350x350 pixels.
  • The face should occupy at least 75% of the space.
  • The background should be plain white or off-white.
  • The photograph must not be older than 10 days from the start of the application.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Uploading non-square aspect ratio photos which get skewed or distorted.
Uploading photos where the face is too far away (less than 75% coverage).
Uploading old photos that do not match your current look.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q.What is the required photo ratio for UPSC applications?

UPSC requires a square ratio (1:1). Dimensions must be between 350 x 350 px and 1000 x 1000 px.

Q.How old can the UPSC photo be?

The photograph must be taken within 10 days of the start of the application process.