SSC CGL Photo Resizer
Use this free online tool to resize, crop, and compress a photograph for your SSC CGL application. Upload an image, adjust the dimensions and file size with the controls below, preview the result, and download a JPEG ready for upload. Recent SSC CGL cycles capture the photograph live during the application, so always check the latest SSC CGL notification and application instructions before submitting.
Drag & drop your photo here, or browse files
Supports JPG, JPEG, PNG, WEBP. Max 15 MB.
Image Workspace
SSC CGL Photo Locked Settings
SSC CGL photo preset: 3.5 × 4.5 cm JPEG, under 50 KB — the upload format commonly used for SSC photos in earlier cycles. Recent CGL cycles capture the photo live, so check the latest application instructions before submitting.
Standard for forms is 300 DPI
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SSC CGL Photo Size and Requirements
SSC photo rules are set in each recruitment notification, and they have changed over the last few cycles. There is no single photo size guaranteed to apply to every SSC CGL application, so treat the current official notification and application instructions as the source of truth.
Live photograph captured through the application module
- Capture method: the photo is captured live during form filling using a webcam or the official SSC mobile app. Uploading an existing photo file is not allowed for this step.
- Dimensions: the current notification does not specify a separate photo size in centimetres, pixels, or KB for the photograph, because the module captures it directly. Position your face inside the frame shown on screen, with the camera at eye level.
- Appearance: use good lighting and a plain background. Caps, masks, and spectacles are not permitted in the captured photograph.
- Aadhaar-based authentication: candidates who opt for Aadhaar-based authentication during One-Time Registration will not have their application rejected on the grounds that the photograph does not meet the prescribed standards.
Photograph required as an uploaded file
If the SSC form you are actually filling still asks you to upload a photo file, the preset on this page produces a JPEG at 3.5 × 4.5 cm with a 50 KB target — a passport-style format that has commonly been used for SSC photo uploads. Confirm the exact dimensions, file-size range, and format printed in that form's own instructions before uploading.
Older specifications that may no longer apply
Earlier SSC CGL cycles that accepted an uploaded photograph typically listed it as a JPEG of about 3.5 × 4.5 cm (roughly 200 × 230 px), with a file size around 20–50 KB (occasionally up to 100 KB). These figures varied between cycles and are not the current requirement — the latest live-capture process does not publish a comparable upload size.
Check the latest SSC CGL notification and application instructions for the exact photo requirements applicable to your application, as requirements can change between recruitment cycles.
How to Resize a Photo for SSC CGL
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Upload the photograph
Drag and drop a JPG, JPEG, PNG, or WebP into the tool above, or tap it to choose a file. Images up to 15 MB are supported.
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Crop and frame the image
In the Crop tab, keep the face centred and a plain background visible. The Passport 3.5:4.5 ratio matches the preset frame.
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Set the required dimensions
The preset applies 3.5 × 4.5 cm at 300 DPI automatically. If your form lists different values, enter them in the Resize tab or use the custom tool.
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Adjust the file size
The Compress & Format tab is preset to JPEG targeting under 50 KB. Use the KB chips to switch to Best Quality or Under 20 KB if needed.
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Rotate or flip the scan
If your source photo is sideways or mirrored, straighten it with the Rotate & Flip tab before downloading.
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Preview the result
Review the preview and the new resolution and estimated output size shown beside it. A warning appears if the file still cannot fit under the target.
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Download the photo
Click Download to save the finished JPEG to your device.
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Verify against the latest instructions
Compare the downloaded file with the current SSC CGL notification checklist before submitting, and confirm whether your form requires live photo capture instead of an upload.
SSC CGL Photo Format and File Size
The preset on this page prepares a single common passport-style photo format: 3.5 × 4.5 cm as a JPEG under 50 KB. Understanding the values and options below helps you check whether the final file suits the form you are submitting.
Image dimensions
The photo preset is locked to 3.5 × 4.5 cm, which is approximately 413 × 531 pixels at 300 DPI. That is the value this tool produces and a size commonly cited for SSC photo uploads in earlier cycles — not a dimension the current live-capture module publishes. If the instructions for the form you are completing print a different width and height, match those values instead.
File size
The built-in compressor targets a JPEG under 50 KB. It searches JPEG quality levels automatically, and if even the lowest quality is too large it scales the image down and retries. The estimated output size is shown next to the preview, and a warning appears if the file still cannot fit under the target. A separate Resize Image to 20 KB tool is available for tighter limits.
Supported image formats
The tool accepts JPG, JPEG, PNG, and WebP input files and always outputs JPEG, the format SSC upload requirements have typically used for photographs. If a PNG or WebP photo is uploaded, it is converted to JPEG during export.
Image quality
Start from the highest-quality image you have. A clear, well-lit source photo stays sharp after resizing and compression, while a small or noisy original can look visibly degraded at a low KB target. The preview shows exactly what the exported file will look like.
Keeping the face clearly visible
Whichever process your application uses — an uploaded file or live capture — the face must be clearly visible and centered, with the eyes sharp and the head properly framed. Use plain, light backgrounds and even lighting, and avoid caps, masks, or spectacles where instructions say so.
Avoiding excessive compression
Compressing a file that has already been compressed degrades quality quickly. Resize and compress from the original photo once, and keep a stored original so you can reprocess it if a different size is needed later.
Checking the downloaded file
Before submitting, open the downloaded JPEG and confirm the dimensions and file size on your device, then compare them with the requirements printed in the latest SSC CGL notification for your application.
Common SSC CGL Photo Problems
Most photo-related upload issues are caused by a small set of fixable mistakes. Work through this list if a photo file is being rejected or looks wrong:
- Image file is too large: use the Compress & Format tab to bring it under the target, or a stricter tool like Resize Image to 20 KB if the form demands a smaller file.
- Image is too small: a very low resolution image will not look sharp after resizing. Start again from the largest, highest-quality photo you have.
- Incorrect dimensions: check the width and height in the metadata panel before downloading. If the ratio is wrong, crop the photo first so the face fills the frame properly.
- Unsupported file format: the tool exports JPEG, so save and upload the .jpg or .jpeg file it produces rather than the original PNG or WebP.
- Blurry after compression: re-process from the original image instead of compressing an already-compressed file, and keep the source sharp and well lit.
- Poor lighting: take photos in even, front-facing light so the face is not shadowed or washed out.
- Face not clearly visible: centre the face in the frame, keep the head fully in view, and follow instructions about caps, masks, or spectacles.
- Background does not match the instructions: use a plain, light background and remove busy or patterned surroundings before capturing or uploading.
- Trying to upload an old photograph when live capture is required: if the current SSC CGL module captures the photo live, follow that flow — an uploaded file will not be used.
These are common causes, not the only reasons an application image is questioned, and they should be checked together with the current official instructions for your specific application.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SSC CGL photo size?
Recent SSC CGL cycles capture the photograph live through a webcam or the official SSC mobile app during the application, so the current notification does not publish a separate photo size in centimetres, pixels, or KB for an uploaded file. The preset on this page uses the format commonly listed for SSC photo uploads in earlier cycles: 3.5 × 4.5 cm as a JPEG under 50 KB. Check the latest SSC CGL notification for what applies to your application.
How can I resize my photo for SSC CGL?
Upload a JPG, JPEG, PNG, or WebP photo above. The preset automatically applies 3.5 × 4.5 cm, JPEG output, and a 50 KB target. Use the Crop tab to frame your face, the Rotate & Flip tab to straighten a sideways scan, check the preview and estimated file size, then click Download. Because recent SSC CGL applications capture the photo live instead of accepting an upload, confirm which flow your form uses first.
What is the SSC CGL photo size in pixels?
When past cycles specified an uploaded photograph, values around 200 × 230 px or 413 × 531 px (3.5 × 4.5 cm at 300 DPI) were commonly mentioned. The current live-capture process does not publish a pixel size for the photograph. If the form you are filling quotes a pixel size, use the custom image resizer to enter it exactly.
How do I reduce the SSC CGL photo file size?
The Compress & Format tab is preset to JPEG with a target under 50 KB. The tool searches JPEG quality levels and, if needed, scales the image down to bring the file under the target. If a stricter limit applies, run the result through the dedicated Resize Image to 20 KB tool. Avoid re-compressing the same file repeatedly, which can make the photo blurry.
What format is required for an SSC CGL photo?
SSC upload requirements have generally used JPEG/JPG for photographs and signatures. This tool accepts JPG, JPEG, PNG, and WebP input files and always outputs JPEG, which is the format the SSC application portal typically expects. Follow whichever format the current application module or notification states.
Can I resize my photo to a specific width and height?
Yes. If a form tells you an exact size, use the custom image resizer, which accepts pixels, centimetres, millimetres, inches, DPI, and a target file size. The preset on this page produces 3.5 × 4.5 cm, which is approximately 413 × 531 pixels at 300 DPI.
Why does my photo become blurry after compression?
Blur usually comes from compressing a small, low-resolution source too far, or from heavy quality reduction needed to hit a very small file size. Start from the highest-quality image you have, make sure the face is sharp and well lit before resizing, and do not apply compression to an already-compressed file. Review the preview before downloading.
Does SSC CGL require a live photograph?
Recent SSC CGL cycles do. The photograph is captured live during the online application through a webcam or the official SSC mobile app, and pre-captured or old photographs are not permitted. Candidates who opt for Aadhaar-based authentication during One-Time Registration may not have their application rejected on photo or signature standards grounds. Always confirm the current SSC CGL notification before applying.
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Note: PhotoResizeTools.com is not an official SSC website. SSC CGL photo requirements may change between recruitment cycles, and recent notifications use live photo capture instead of an uploaded file. Verify the latest official SSC CGL notification and application instructions before submitting your photograph. This tool prepares a photo file and does not guarantee that any application will be accepted.