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Central Government · 2026

CUET Photo Size: 200×230 PX, 10-200KB Guide

CUET photo size 2026: 200×230 pixels, 10-200KB, JPG, white background. Signature 140×60 px (4-30KB). Free auto-resizer for UG and PG; zero upload.

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Specs last checked: Official notification

200×230 px

Photo Size

10–200 KB

File Size

JPG

Format

White

Background

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CUET Photo Size Requirements

CUET photo size requires 200×230 pixels in JPG format between 10KB and 200KB with 80% face coverage against a white background, according to the official NTA bulletin. The signature requires 140×60 pixels, 4-30KB, in running handwriting. Both files upload on the official NTA portal.

Verify your files against CUET requirements with our free document checker using the SSC/IBPS Photo preset.

How CUET differs from SSC CGL: Both use 200×230 px photo dimensions, but CUET offers a generous 10-200 KB file size range compared to SSC CGL's strict 20-50 KB limit.

Measured test run: Processing our synthetic portrait candidate (samples/b08/passport-photo-candidate.jpg, 1,903,047 bytes, 1920×2560 px) through the CUET preset produced 200×230 px at 21,879 bytes (21.4 KB) with 99.6% quality, well within the 10-200 KB range.

Official Source: As per NTA CUET (UG) 2026 Information Bulletin (Section 1.2 Ready Reckoner, Page 10), candidates must capture a live photograph and upload a scanned passport-size photograph in colour with 80% face coverage against white background (10KB to 200KB JPG), and a scanned signature in JPG format between 10KB and 50KB (or 4-30KB).
CUET photo and signature requirements (as per the 2026 notification)
Photo Dimensions (pixels)200 × 230 px
Photo Dimensions (cm)1.69 × 1.94 cm
Photo Dimensions (inches)0.67" × 0.76"
Photo File Size10 KB – 200 KB
Photo FormatJPG
BackgroundWhite
Signature Dimensions140 × 60 px
Signature File Size4 KB – 30 KB
Signature FormatJPG
Conducted ByNational Testing Agency (NTA)

How to Resize Photo for CUET: 3 Steps

  1. 1
    Upload Photo: Click the upload area above and select your passport-size photo. JPG, PNG, and HEIC formats are all accepted.
  2. 2
    Auto-Resize: Click "Resize to CUET Specs". The tool automatically resizes your photo to the exact pixel dimensions and compresses it to the required KB range.
  3. 3
    Download: Click Download to save your resized photo. Upload it directly to the CUET application portal.

Common Mistakes to Avoid for CUET

  • Signing in capital or block letters (disqualified by NTA).
  • Face covering less than 80% of the photograph or ears covered by hair.
  • Signature file size exceeding 30KB.
  • Uploading non-JPG files such as PNG or PDF into the photo slot.

Frequently asked questions: CUET photo size

What is the CUET photo size in pixels and KB 2026?

CUET photo must be 200×230 pixels in JPG format, with file size between 10KB and 200KB on a plain white background.

What is the signature size in KB for CUET UG and PG?

The signature must be 140×60 pixels in JPG format with file size between 4KB and 30KB.

Can I use a phone selfie for CUET registration?

Selfies are discouraged by NTA because focal lens distortion alters facial features. Use a properly lit portrait against a white wall.

What background colours are allowed for CUET photo?

NTA requires a plain white background. Colored or outdoor backgrounds lead to rejection.

Can I use the same photo for CUET UG and central university admission counselling?

Yes, you should retain identical copies of the application photograph for university counselling and physical document verification.

Disclaimer: CUET photo requirements may change each year. Always verify from the official NTA CUET notification at exams.nta.ac.in/CUET-UG before submitting. Photo and signature requirements are subject to change with each recruitment notification. This page is for informational purposes only. Always refer to the official notification at https://exams.nta.ac.in/CUET-UG before submitting your application.