Photograph Specifications for SSC
| Required File Size | 20 KB to 50 KB |
|---|---|
| Dimensions in Centimeters | 3.5 cm (width) x 4.5 cm (height) |
| Dimensions in Pixels | 350 - 450 px (width) x 450 - 600 px (height) |
| Accepted File Format | JPEG / JPG |
| Background Color | Plain light or white background |
| Official Instructions | For live webcam capture, face straight ahead. Both ears must be visible. Spectacles, caps, masks, and side poses will cause rejection. |
Signature Specifications for SSC
| Required File Size | 10 KB to 20 KB |
|---|---|
| Dimensions in Centimeters | 4.0 cm (width) x 2.0 cm (height) |
| Dimensions in Pixels | 140 - 280 px (width) x 60 - 120 px (height) |
| Accepted File Format | JPEG / JPG |
| Ink Pen Color | Black ink on white paper |
| Official Instructions | Signatures in CAPITAL / BLOCK letters are strictly rejected. Must be running handwriting. |
Other Mandatory Certificates & Proofs
- 10th Certificate: Used strictly for Date of Birth verification.
- Caste Certificate: OBC-NCL / EWS / SC / ST valid for current financial year.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. SSC explicitly states in recent notifications that photographs taken with eyeglasses or spectacles (even transparent powered glasses) will be rejected due to glare reflections.
The SSC portal uploader will block the file with an error stating "File size must be between 10 KB to 20 KB". You must compress it to under 20 KB using our Signature Resizer.
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