UPSC NDA Requirements

UPSC NDA Photo & Signature Size Requirements

Exact UPSC NDA photo and signature size requirements for the online application. Dimensions, KB limits and format — with a one-click resizer.

📸 Photo: 400×400 px 💾 20–100 KB ✍ Sig: 400×200 px 📄 JPG
📸 Resize Photo for UPSC NDA → ✍ Resize Signature →

UPSC NDA & NA (National Defence Academy) Application — Photo & Signature Specifications

Type Dimensions File Size Format Notes
Photo 400 × 400 px 20–100 KB JPG Colour passport photo, white or light background, formal attire
Signature 400 × 200 px 10–50 KB JPG Black ink on white paper, clear signature

Portal: Upload on the UPSC online application portal (upsconline.nic.in) during NDA/NA registration. Specifications may change each year — verify from the official notification.

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Resize UPSC NDA Photo

400×400 px · 20–100 KB · JPG

Resize UPSC NDA Signature

400×200 px · 10–50 KB · JPG

How to Resize Your Photo for UPSC NDA

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Click "Resize UPSC NDA Photo" above — the tool loads pre-configured with the exact specifications.

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Upload your photo (JPG, PNG, HEIC or WEBP). Drag-and-drop or browse — up to 15 MB input.

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Crop if needed, click Process, then download. Your image will be exactly 400×400 px and under 100 KB — ready to upload.

Tips for UPSC NDA: Military-style photo: look directly at the camera, no smile, formal attire. Plain white or light background. Keep the same photo for SSB documents — consistency is important. Do not edit or filter the photo.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NDA photo size for online application?
UPSC NDA online application typically requires a passport-size colour photo of 400×400 pixels, 20–100 KB in JPG with a plain white background.
What is the NDA signature size?
NDA signature: approximately 400×200 pixels, 10–50 KB in JPG. Sign clearly on white paper in black ink.
Can girls apply for NDA and submit a photo?
Yes. Female candidates have been eligible for NDA since 2022. The same photo requirements apply.
What kind of photo should I use for NDA?
A formal, front-facing colour photo in a collared shirt or formal attire. Plain white background. No cap, sunglasses or jewellery. Direct gaze at the camera.
Does NDA require a recent photo?
Yes. Use a recent passport-size photo taken within the last 6 months. The same photo must be used throughout the NDA selection process (SSB, medical, etc.).
What is the NDA age limit?
NDA has a strict age window: 16.5 to 19.5 years on the first day of the month of course commencement. There is no age relaxation for any category. Check our NDA age calculator.

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