How many passport photos fit on a 4x6 inch photo paper?

A standard 4x6 inch print sheet fits exactly 6 passport photos (35x45 mm) comfortably with realistic margins and cutting guidelines for easy scissor trimming.

Are my personal photos and signatures uploaded to any server?

No. All photo resizing, face cropping, background whitening, and KB compression run 100% locally in your device's browser memory (HTML5 Canvas). Your files never touch any external server.

How do I add Candidate Name and Date of Photo (DOP) for SSC or UPSC exams?

Select the Govt Exam Photo Resizer or Name & Date Stamp Maker, enter your full name and the date of capture. The tool automatically overlays the official high-contrast white banner at the bottom of the photo according to notification guidelines.

How do I convert a paper signature to a transparent PNG?

Use the Signature Background Remover tool. Upload a smartphone photo of your paper signature, and the tool will automatically eliminate background shadows, convert blue ink to official black ink if selected, and export a clean transparent PNG or compressed JPG.

Complete SSC Photo & Signature Size Guide (CGL, CHSL, MTS, GD, CPO 2025–2026): Exact Dimensions, KB Limits & Avoid Rejection

Master the official Staff Selection Commission (SSC) photo and signature upload requirements for CGL, CHSL, MTS, Stenographer, and GD Constable. Avoid common live webcam errors and 20KB-50KB upload rejection.

1. Official SSC Photo & Signature Specifications Summary Table

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) strictly enforces biometric formatting for all major examinations, including SSC CGL, CHSL, MTS, GD Constable, and CPO. Any mismatch in resolution, file size (KB), or facial framing results in immediate rejection of the online application.

Document Type	Dimension (Width × Height)	File Size (KB)	Resolution / Format	Background / Ink Rules
SSC Candidate Photograph	3.5 cm × 4.5 cm (138 × 177 px)	20.0 KB to 50.0 KB	JPG / JPEG (100–200 DPI)	Plain White / Light Gray, both ears visible
SSC Candidate Signature	4.0 cm × 2.0 cm (150 × 75 px)	10.0 KB to 20.0 KB	JPG / JPEG (100–200 DPI)	Pure Black / Dark Blue ink in running hand

2. Key Guidelines for SSC Live Webcam Photo & Uploaded Scans

Under the new SSC One-Time Registration (OTR) portal guidelines, candidates are prompted to capture a live photograph or upload a compliant passport-size image. Follow these non-negotiable rules to pass the automated facial recognition filter:

70% to 80% Facial Ratio: The candidate’s face from the top of the forehead to the bottom of the chin must occupy at least 70% to 80% of the vertical frame.
Neutral Expression & Frontal Gaze: Look straight into the camera lens with both eyes open. Smiling with teeth exposed, squinting, or turning the head sideways will cause automated rejection.
No Spectacles, Hats, or Caps: Even if you wear prescription glasses daily, SSC guidelines state that tinted lenses, glares, or thick frames must be removed during photograph capture.
Both Ears Uncovered: Ensure your hair does not cover your ears, eyebrows, or forehead.

3. The Golden Signature Rules: Running Hand vs. Capital Letters

A staggering 18% of rejected SSC applications are due to improperly scanned signatures. Candidates must keep the following in mind:

Never Sign in Capital/Block Letters: Signatures written in capital letters (e.g., "RAHUL SHARMA") are strictly invalid. Only natural cursive/running hand signatures are accepted.
Use Plain White Unruled Paper: Do not sign on lined notebook paper, ledger paper, or graph paper. Any grid lines in the background will trigger automated portal errors.
Sign with a Black Gel or Ballpoint Pen: Black ink offers the highest scanning contrast when thresholded to 10KB–20KB.

4. Step-by-Step Tutorial: Resizing for SSC in 30 Seconds

Open the Exam Photo & Signature Resizer on InstantPhotoResize.in.
Select the "SSC CGL / CHSL / MTS / GD" preset from the exam dropdown.
Upload your photo. The interactive crop tool will automatically overlay the 70%–80% biometric oval.
Pan or zoom until your eyes align with the blue center line.
Select target file size as 20–50 KB and click Download SSC Photo.
Repeat for your signature by uploading a smartphone photo of your signature and selecting 10–20 KB.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (SSC Photo & Signature)

Q: What if my file size is 51 KB or 19.8 KB?
A: The SSC server script will throw an upload error ("File size out of range"). Our tool uses automated binary search compression to ensure your image falls strictly between 21.0 KB and 48.0 KB.

Q: Is Date of Photo (DOP) mandatory for SSC?
A: For recent SSC notifications, date printing is optional unless specifically asked in the tier-specific notice, but the photo must be taken within 3 months of the notification release date.