State Civil Services

UPPSC (PCS / RO-ARO) Photo & Signature
Resize Tool

Resize your UP Civil Services application photo to exactly 3.5cm x 4.5cm (180x216 px) and under 50 KB — directly in your browser, with no sign-up needed.

180 x 216 px Max 50 KB White/Light background

Resize Your Photo

Resize and compress your photo to match the exact UPPSC portal requirements.

Photo Size 180 x 216 px
Max File Size 50 KB
Format JPEG, JPG
Background White/Light
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

UPPSC (PCS / RO-ARO) — Photo Requirements

Getting your UPPSC (PCS, RO-ARO, etc.) application rejected because of a wrong photo size is more common than you think. The portal checks file size and dimensions automatically. A photo that is even 1 KB over the limit will not upload.

Official Specifications

Photo Dimensions3.5 cm × 4.5 cm (exactly 180 x 216 px on portal)
Max File Size50 KB
Min File Size20 KB
Accepted FormatJPEG, JPG
Background & FaceWhite or Light background. Face must cover 50-60% of the image area.
Signature Size≈ 216 x 108 px
Signature Size (KB)10–30 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 180x216 pixel dimensions the UPPSC portal explicitly requires. Also, submitting a photo where the face is too far away—UPPSC specifically asks for the face to cover 50-60% of the image area.

Quick Tip

Scan or photograph your signature on a bright white sheet of paper near a window. Natural light gives a clean white background without extra brightness settings.

How to Use ExamToolPro

Upload your photograph using the button above. The tool automatically applies the UPPSC (PCS / RO-ARO) specification. Click Resize Image. The tool adjusts width to 180px, height to 216px, and file size to under 50 KB automatically. Download the final file and upload it to the UPPSC portal.

The UPPSC photo specification is published in the official recruitment notification every year. The commission sets these strict 180x216 px limits to make document verification faster and more consistent across lakhs of applications. 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 UPPSC OTR (One Time Registration) 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 specification eliminates guesswork and ensures your OTR process is seamless.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about UPPSC (PCS / RO-ARO) photo and signature requirements.

The photo must strictly be 180 x 216 pixels. The file size should be between 20 KB and 50 KB. Use ExamToolPro to resize your photo to these exact pixel dimensions automatically.
The UPPSC portal requires a Plain White or Light-coloured background. Ensure your face is clearly visible and takes up about 50-60% of the photo area.
Only JPEG or JPG format is accepted. PNG, PDF, or BMP files are not accepted by the OTR system. If your photo is in another format, use this tool to convert and resize it simultaneously.
The signature should be approximately 216 x 108 pixels, and the file size must be between 10 KB and 30 KB. Use black or dark blue ink on white paper.
Spectacles with dark or tinted lenses are strictly not allowed. Clear lenses may be accepted if there is no glare on the eyes, but it is generally safer to remove them to avoid any issues during verification.
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.