Government Exam Photo Requirements
| Exam / Platform | Dimensions | File Size Limit | Format | Background |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UPSC CSE | Not specified | below 300KB | JPEG | White |
| SSC CGL / CHSL | 200×230px (approx.) | 50KB max | JPG | White/light |
| IBPS PO / Clerk | 200×230px | 50KB max (photo), 50KB (sig) | JPG | White |
| SBI PO | 200×230px | 50KB max | JPG | White |
| NEET UG | 250×250px to 600×600px | 10–200KB | JPG | White |
| JEE Main | 3.5×4.5cm print size | 10–200KB | JPG | White |
| Indian Passport | 35×45mm (colour) | Below 1MB | JPG | White |
| Aadhaar Update | Specified by centre | — | JPG | White |
| NTT / DSSSB | 3.5×4.5cm | 10–200KB | JPG | Light |
⚠️ Common mistakes that cause form rejection:
- • Photo taken in dark lighting (shadow on face)
- • Coloured background instead of white
- • Photo with beard stubble (many govt exams require clean shave)
- • Updated photo after original submission
- • Signature too thick or in pencil
- • File size exceeding the limit by even 1KB
Private Job Platform Photo Requirements
| Platform | Recommended Size | File Size | Style |
|---|---|---|---|
| 400×400px minimum (Up to 7680×4320px) | 8MB max | Professional headshot, any background | |
| Naukri.com | No strict requirement | Under 2MB | Professional, preferably solid background |
| Indeed | No strict requirement | Under 5MB | Professional |
| Internshala | No strict requirement | Under 5MB | Professional, clear face |
| Glassdoor | No strict requirement | Under 2MB | Professional |
| Wellfound (AngelList) | No strict requirement | Under 2MB | Casual or professional, startup-friendly |
Step-by-Step: Preparing Photos for Government Exam Portals
- 1Take photo in bright, natural light against a white wall or sheet
- 2Check portal specifications — exact pixel dimensions and KB limit
- 3Use ToolsWallet Image Resizer to achieve correct dimensions
- 4Use ToolsWallet Image Compressor to reduce to within the KB limit
- 5Verify file is JPG format (not PNG or HEIC from iPhone cameras)
- 6Rename file according to portal requirements (often: Name_Roll.jpg)
LinkedIn Photo Best Practices
- ✓Use a recent photo — not more than 2–3 years old
- ✓Face should occupy 60% of the frame — not full body
- ✓Neutral or simple background — solid colour or slight blur
- ✓Professional attire (formal or smart casual depending on your field)
- ✓Smile — LinkedIn profiles with a genuine smile get 14× more clicks according to studies
- ✓Avoid group photos or selfies — single person only
Resize your photo to exact pixel dimensions with ToolsWallet's free Image Resizer, or use the Image Compressor to get under the file size limits.