SSC CGL (Combined Graduate Level) photo & signature size
The upload requirements for the SSC CGL (Combined Graduate Level) application — and free tools that produce exact-size files without uploading anything to a server.
Photo
- File size
- 20–50 KB
- Pixels
- 200 × 230 px
- Format
- JPEG
- Background
- light/white
Signature
- File size
- 10–20 KB
- Pixels
- 140 × 60 px
- Format
- JPEG
How to prepare your files for SSC CGL
- 1Take a recent passport-style photo against a plain light background.
- 2Use UploadReady to compress it into the 20–50 KB window and set 200×230 px.
- 3Scan or photograph your signature on white paper, then use Signature Optimizer at 140×60 px, 10–20 KB.
- 4Merge any supporting certificates into one PDF with Merge PDF if the portal asks for a single upload.
Specs reflect the SSC CGL notification — online application portal specification, verified for the 2025 cycle. Requirements can change with each notification — always confirm against the current official notice before submitting. Report a change.
Frequently asked
What is the SSC CGL photo size in KB?
The SSC portal typically requires a JPEG photo between 20 KB and 50 KB at roughly 200×230 pixels, on a light or white background.
What is the SSC CGL signature size?
The signature is usually 10–20 KB in JPEG format at about 140×60 pixels, signed in black or blue ink on white paper.
My photo is too large — how do I get it under 50 KB?
Use GenRise UploadReady: set the target to 50 KB and it compresses the photo to fit, without uploading it anywhere.