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SSC CGL / CHSL Photo & Signature Size

The SSC CGL / CHSL (SSC) portal requires a photo of 413×531 px (max 100 KB, JPEG) and a signature of 800×200 px (max 100 KB). Use the three steps below to crop, resize, and compress both — entirely in your browser, nothing is uploaded.

Requirements change each exam cycle. Always verify from the official ssc.nic.in notification before submitting.

Photo Size
413×531 px
Photo Max
20–100 KB
Signature Size
800×200 px
Sign KB
≤ 100 KB
Background: White background, no cap, no sunglasses
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Crop, Resize & Compress Photo

Target: 413×531 px · ≤ 100 KB · JPEG

Photo — 413×531 px

Drop your photo, choose Crop (trims sides of a landscape selfie) or Fit (keeps full face with padding). The export bar is pre-set to JPG · 100 KB limit — click Export to crop and compress in one step.

Open full tool →
Target:×px

Drop an image to start

Or click to browse • 100% client-side

How it works

  1. 1Upload an image
  2. 2Choose target: ratio, exact size, or platform preset
  3. 3Pick fit mode: crop, fit, or stretch
  4. 4Export at full resolution
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Crop & Compress Signature

Target: 800×200 px · ≤ 100 KB · JPEG

Signature — 800×200 px

Sign on plain white paper with black/blue ink. Photograph or scan it, then drop it here. Trim whitespace using Crop mode. Export compresses to ≤ 100 KB automatically.

Target:×px

Drop an image to start

Or click to browse • 100% client-side

How it works

  1. 1Upload an image
  2. 2Choose target: ratio, exact size, or platform preset
  3. 3Pick fit mode: crop, fit, or stretch
  4. 4Export at full resolution

Official Requirements Summary

  • Both eyes must be clearly visible and the face must be unobstructed.
  • Photo must be recent — not older than 3 months from the date of application.
  • Signature must be in running hand (cursive) — not in block/capital letters.
  • Dimension requirements vary slightly per SSC cycle — always check the official notice.

Source: ssc.nic.in

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the photo size for SSC CGL / CHSL?
The SSC CGL / CHSL (SSC) portal requires a photo of 413×531 pixels in JPG / JPEG format, with a maximum file size of 100 KB and a minimum of 20 KB. White background, no cap, no sunglasses.
What is the signature size for SSC CGL / CHSL?
The SSC CGL / CHSL signature upload requires an image of 800×200 pixels in JPG / JPEG format, with a maximum file size of 100 KB. Sign on plain white paper with black or blue ink, scan or photograph it, then compress using the tool below.
My photo is a selfie in 16:9 landscape — how do I fix it for SSC CGL / CHSL?
Open the Crop & Resize tool above. It is pre-loaded with the exact 413×531 px target. Select "Crop" mode, which trims the wide sides and keeps only the centre portion. Export as JPG, then use the Compress tool to bring it under 100 KB.
How do I compress a photo under 100 KB for SSC CGL / CHSL?
Use the Compress Photo section on this page. Set the target KB to 100 (keep it above 20 KB), choose JPG format, then click Compress. The tool binary-searches quality settings to get as close to your target as possible — all in your browser, nothing uploaded.
Does SSC CGL / CHSL accept WebP or PNG photos?
No — SSC portals generally require JPG / JPEG. WebP is not accepted by most government exam portals. Always save your final upload as JPEG (.jpg) unless the current official notification specifies otherwise.
Any special rules I should know about SSC CGL / CHSL photos?
Both eyes must be clearly visible and the face must be unobstructed.
What else should I know about the SSC CGL / CHSL photo upload?
Photo must be recent — not older than 3 months from the date of application.

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Last updated: 1 June 2026 · Data sourced from official SSC portals. Requirements may change — verify before submitting.