GATE Photo & Signature Size — Photo up to ~600 KB · Signature up to ~300 KB · JPG only
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering. Upload your photo or signature below and this auto-fills the right target size.
Drop a photo or signature here, or choose a file
How exact-KB compression works
This adjusts JPG/WEBP quality and, if needed, slightly reduces pixel dimensions until the file lands just under your target — typically with a small safety margin so a strict portal doesn't reject it for being a byte over. The compression runs on a background thread when your browser supports it, so the page stays responsive even on a large photo. Your file is never sent to a server — everything happens on your device.
About GATE's photo & signature rules
GATE's allowance is the most generous on this list, so most candidates never need heavy compression. The more common problem is the format, not the size.
Common mistakeUploading a PNG or a screenshot instead of a JPG. GATE's portal, like nearly every exam here, only accepts JPG.
Frequently asked
What is the photo size limit for GATE?
GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) typically asks for a photo around 600 KB. This is consistent across most recent recruitment cycles, but always check your own notification before submitting.
What is the signature size limit for GATE?
The signature limit for GATE is typically around 300 KB, separate from the photo limit.
What image format does GATE require?
GATE requires JPG format for both the photo and signature uploads, like nearly every Indian government exam portal.