SSC Photo Upload Guide

Instructions for passport photo preparation for SSC CGL, SSC GD Constable, SSC CHSL, and SSC MTS applications.

Official Photo Requirements

• File Format: JPG / JPEG only.
• File Size: 20 KB to 50 KB.
• Dimensions: 3.5 cm (width) × 4.5 cm (height) (approx 350 × 450 pixels).
• Background: Light plain or white background.

Crucial Rules to Avoid Form Rejection

1. No Spectacles / Sunglasses: Remove spectacles and eyewear to avoid light reflections or glare in the eyes.
2. No Caps or Head Coverings: Both ears, forehead, and full facial features must be clearly visible.
3. Front-Facing View: Look straight into the camera lens with a neutral facial expression.

Live Webcam vs Uploaded Photo Note

Recent SSC portals (such as for SSC CGL 2026 / CHSL) employ live webcam photo capture inside the portal. If your specific notification requires an uploaded scanned passport photo, use our tool below to crop and compress your photo to 20–50 KB.