What are SSC's photo upload requirements?

SSC requires: JPG format, 4 × 6 cm (approx. 140×200 px at 60DPI or 240×360 px at 96DPI), file size 20–50 KB, white background, no spectacles, ears visible, recent (within 3 months).

What are SSC's signature upload requirements?

SSC requires signature: 4 × 2 cm, JPG format, file size 10–20 KB, black/blue ink on white paper, no borders.

What documents need to be uploaded for SSC CGL?

Typically: recent photo, signature, 10th/12th marksheets, graduation certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), PwD certificate (if applicable), and EWS certificate (if applicable).

Why does SSC portal reject my certificate PDF?

SSC portals accept PDFs up to 1MB. Use the AI PDF Compressor to reduce file size. Ensure the scan is clear — blurry or dark scans are rejected.

Can I edit SSC application after submission?

SSC allows corrections in uploaded photos and signatures during the correction window. Other fields may not be editable — always double-check before submitting.

Staff Selection Commission

The Staff Selection Commission conducts CGL, CHSL, MTS, CPO, GD, JHT, and other exams for Group B and C posts in Central Government departments. One of India's largest exam bodies with strict document upload requirements.

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All SSC Examinations

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SSC CGL

SSC

One of India's largest graduate-level government exams. Recruits for Group B and C posts (Income Tax …

Photo: 3.5×4.5 cm Max: 50KB Signature: 3.5×1.5 cm

SSC CHSL

SSC

Recruits for LDC (Lower Division Clerk), Data Entry Operator, and Postal/Sorting Assistant posts in …

Photo: 3.5×4.5 cm Max: 50KB Signature: 3.5×1.5 cm

SSC CPO

SSC

Recruits Sub-Inspectors in Delhi Police, BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, NIA, and SSF through a written …

Photo: 3.5×4.5 cm Max: 50KB Signature: 3.5×1.5 cm

SSC GD Constable

SSC

Recruits Constable (GD) in BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, NIA, SSF, and Rifleman in Assam Rifles. The e …

Photo: 3.5×4.5 cm Max: 50KB Signature: 3.5×1.5 cm

SSC JE

SSC

Recruits Junior Engineers across Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical disciplines in Ministries of Defe …

Photo: 3.5×4.5 cm Max: 50KB Signature: 3.5×1.5 cm

SSC JHT

SSC

Recruits Junior Hindi Translators, Junior Translators, Senior Hindi Translators, and Hindi Pradhyapa …

Photo: 3.5×4.5 cm Max: 50KB Signature: 3.5×1.5 cm

SSC MTS

SSC

Recruits Multi-Tasking Non-Technical Staff (MTS) and Havaldar posts in various central government mi …

Photo: 3.5×4.5 cm Max: 50KB Signature: 3.5×1.5 cm

Photo & Signature Specs at a Glance

Quick comparison across all SSC exams.

Exam	Photo Size	Photo Max KB	Signature Size	Signature Max KB	Background
SSC CGL	3.5×4.5 cm	50 KB	3.5×1.5 cm	20 KB	White or light plain background
SSC CHSL	3.5×4.5 cm	50 KB	3.5×1.5 cm	20 KB	White or light plain background
SSC CPO	3.5×4.5 cm	50 KB	3.5×1.5 cm	20 KB	White or light plain background
SSC GD Constable	3.5×4.5 cm	50 KB	3.5×1.5 cm	20 KB	White or light plain background
SSC JE	3.5×4.5 cm	50 KB	3.5×1.5 cm	20 KB	White or light plain background
SSC JHT	3.5×4.5 cm	50 KB	3.5×1.5 cm	20 KB	White or light plain background
SSC MTS	3.5×4.5 cm	50 KB	3.5×1.5 cm	20 KB	White or light plain background

Common SSC Questions

: SSC requires: JPG format, 4 × 6 cm (approx. 140×200 px at 60DPI or 240×360 px at 96DPI), file size 20–50 KB, white background, no spectacles, ears visible, recent (within 3 months).
: SSC requires signature: 4 × 2 cm, JPG format, file size 10–20 KB, black/blue ink on white paper, no borders.
: Typically: recent photo, signature, 10th/12th marksheets, graduation certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), PwD certificate (if applicable), and EWS certificate (if applicable).
: SSC portals accept PDFs up to 1MB. Use the AI PDF Compressor to reduce file size. Ensure the scan is clear — blurry or dark scans are rejected.
: SSC allows corrections in uploaded photos and signatures during the correction window. Other fields may not be editable — always double-check before submitting.