Official Exam Photo & Signature Rule Updates
A transparent chronological record of every dimensional, file size, or portal procedural change verified across Indian examination boards.परीक्षा नियमों के ताज़ा अपडेट और बदलावों का आधिकारिक लॉग।
Verified specifications for IBPS CRP 2026 cycle: 4 upload items strictly enforced by client-side validator.
Re-verified for SSC CGL 2026 notification: Signature size locked at 10 KB to 20 KB (4.0 cm x 2.0 cm).
Verified specifications for current cycle: Photo 20-50 KB, Signature 10-20 KB, Thumb 20-50 KB, Declaration 50-100 KB.
Verified against current CEN notices: 30KB - 70KB range strictly enforced.
Confirmed UIDAI free document update portal rules: 2 MB max size for POI/POA documents; photo update requires in-person visit.
Verified standard Sarathi upload window: 10 KB to 20 KB strictly enforced on central portal.
Verified standard ICAO-compliant size: 35mm x 45mm, plain white background, 300 DPI for high print clarity.
Re-confirmed DPI requirement (200 DPI) and 50 KB limit for online PAN application via DSC/e-sign.
Re-confirmed size range: 20 KB to 300 KB each for photo and signature. Minimum pixel resolution strictly 350 x 350.
Verified NTA NEET requirements: Signature range strictly 4 KB - 30 KB; Photo range 10 KB - 200 KB.
Verified against JEE Main 2026 information bulletin. Upload rules: Photo 10-200 KB, Signature 4-30 KB.
SSC rolled out new portal ssc.gov.in mandating live photo capture. File upload for photograph removed; signature upload retained at 10KB–20KB.
UPSC added rule: Photo should not be older than 10 days from opening of application. Candidate name and date must be visible on the photograph.
RRB unified portal (rrbapply.gov.in) standardized photo and signature range to 30 KB - 70 KB for all CEN recruitments.
Spec Updates – Frequently Asked Questions
Every update is extracted directly from newly gazetted official notifications and candidate portal announcements.
Verified against current official recruitment bulletins and notifications.