State Public Service Commission

TNPSC Photo & Signature
Resize Tool

Resize your Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission application photo to exactly 125x165 px and under 50 KB — directly in your browser, with no sign-up needed.

125 x 165 px Max 50 KB Light/White background

Resize Your Photo

Resize and compress your photo to match the strict TNPSC portal requirements.

Photo Size 125 x 165 px (or 300x400 px)
Max File Size 50 KB
Format JPEG, JPG
Background Light / White
Tap to upload your photo JPEG, PNG, WebP accepted
Your image is processed locally in your browser. No data is stored or uploaded.

Your resized photo will appear here

Dimensions —
Estimated Size —
Format JPEG

TNPSC — Photo Requirements

Getting your TNPSC (Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission) application rejected because of a wrong photo size is a common issue. The portal checks file size and pixel dimensions strictly. A photo that doesn't fit the dimensional bounds or exceeds the KB limit will fail to upload.

Official Specifications

Photo Dimensions125 x 165 px (Also acceptable: within 300–400 px width × 250–400 px height depending on form)
Max File SizeMax 50 KB
Min File Size20 KB
Accepted FormatJPEG, JPG
Background & FaceLight / White background. Clear face visibility.
Signature Size125 x 80 px (or 200–300 px width × 150–250 px height)
Signature Size (KB)Max 20 KB
Thumb ImpressionOften required. Usually same specs as signature (125 x 80 px, Max 20 KB)

Common Mistakes

Uploading a photo taken on WhatsApp or saved from social media. These images are compressed differently and often do not meet the exact 125x165 pixel dimensions the strict TNPSC portal prefers. Additionally, the official notification sometimes recommends resizing using MS Paint manually—a tedious process that often degrades image quality. This tool completely replaces the need for the MS Paint method.

Quick Tip

The TNPSC portal can be particular about aspect ratios. If you use the manual MS Paint method recommended by officials, you might accidentally stretch your face out of proportion. Using this tool forces your image into the perfect 125x165 px bounding box while preserving the correct aspect ratio (cropping properly), completely bypassing frustrating upload errors.

How to Use ExamToolPro

Upload your photograph using the button above. The tool automatically applies the TNPSC specification. Click Resize Image. The tool adjusts width and height optimally for the 125x165 ratio, and compresses the file size to safely sit under 50 KB. Download the final file and upload it directly to the TNPSC portal.

The TNPSC photo specification is published in the official recruitment notification every year. The commission sets these limits to make document verification faster and more consistent across applications in Tamil Nadu. When every candidate follows the same format, officers can check photos quickly without confusion.

Many candidates discover the photo size rules only after the portal rejects their upload. At that point, they have to search for a resize tool, process the image, and come back. This wastes time, especially near the deadline when the portal is slow due to heavy traffic. Preparing the photo before starting the form is the better approach.

The TNPSC online portal uses an automated system to check file dimensions and size before accepting the upload. This check happens instantly when you click Submit or Next. Resizing to the exact pixel specification eliminates guesswork and ensures your application process is seamless.

Your image is processed in your browser. No upload to any server.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about TNPSC photo and signature requirements.

The photo is most commonly required to be 125x165 pixels (though ranges like 300-400px width are sometimes accepted). The file size must not exceed 50 KB. Use ExamToolPro to mathematically resize your photo to the exact 125x165 pixel dimensions automatically.
The TNPSC portal requires a plain Light or White background. Ensure there are no harsh shadows on your face or the background.
Only JPEG or JPG format is accepted. PNG, PDF, or BMP files are not accepted by the system. If your photo is in another format, use this tool to convert and resize it simultaneously.
The signature should generally be 125 x 80 pixels, and the file size must be less than 20 KB. Signatures must be clear and not pixelated.
No. While the official instructions sometimes mention the MS Paint method to manually adjust pixels, it is complicated and often reduces image quality. You can safely use this free online tool to achieve the exact required format instantly.
No. All processing happens entirely inside your browser on your device using HTML5 Canvas. Your photo is never sent to any server. No account or login is needed.