Is my GATE photo uploaded to any server?

No, never. All photo and signature resizing, cropping, and compression for GATE happen 100% locally inside your web browser. Your sensitive documents never leave your device.

What are the required photo dimensions and file size for GATE?

According to the official notification, your photograph for GATE must be exactly 240 × 320 pixels. The file size must strictly be between 5 KB and 200 KB in JPG format.

What is the required signature size and dimension for GATE?

The official signature image requirement for GATE is 80 × 280 pixels, formatted as JPEG/JPG, with a file size strictly between 5 KB and 200 KB.

What background is acceptable for GATE photos?

A plain white or light-colored background is required. The photograph should show a clear frontal view of your face with both ears visible and eyes open looking straight at the camera.

Can I sign in all capital letters for GATE?

No. Signature in capital letters or block letters is strictly prohibited by official application portals and will lead to form rejection. Always sign in your natural running handwriting using a black or dark blue ink pen.

Does resizing for GATE reduce image quality?

No. Our smart image engine optimizes file size to hit the required 5–200 KB range while preserving full clarity, sharpness, and 300 DPI resolution.

What is the official GATE photo size?

The official photo requirement for GATE is 240x320 pixels (5KB to 200KB in JPG format).

What is the official GATE signature size?

The official signature requirement for GATE is 80x280 pixels (5KB to 200KB in JPG format).

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Official photo and signature requirements for GATE (GATE (Aspect ratio: Photo (0.66 to 0.89))) online applications • Aspect ratio: Photo (0.66 to 0.89) • Verified specifications: 2026-09-16

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Dimensions240 × 320 px

Size5–200 KB

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Official Specifications for GATE

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GATE Document Specification Summary

Source: Official Notification

Parameter	Photograph Requirements	Signature Requirements
Dimensions (Width × Height)	240 × 320 pixels	80 × 280 pixels
File Size Limit (KB)	5 KB to 200 KB	5 KB to 200 KB
Accepted Formats	JPG	JPG
Target Resolution (DPI)	200 - 300 DPI recommended	200 - 300 DPI recommended
Background / Ink Rules	Light or plain white background, 70-80% face coverage	Black or dark blue ink pen on clean white paper

Photograph Rules

Official Exam Guidelines

Dimensions240 × 320 px

File Size5–200 KB

FormatJPG

General Photo Instructions

A recent colored passport-size photograph taken against a light-colored or plain white background. The file size should strictly be between 5 KB and 200 KB in JPG format.

Rules & Face Coverage

• Clear frontal view with both ears visible and eyes open looking straight at the camera.

• The face must cover 70% to 80% of the image frame.

• No dark sunglasses, caps, hats, or face coverings are permitted.

Signature Rules

Official Exam Guidelines

Dimensions80 × 280 px

File Size5–200 KB

FormatJPG

General Signature Instructions

A scanned image of the candidate's signature with their full name written in clear running handwriting on plain white paper using a black or dark blue ink pen.

Rules & Ink Constraints

• Must be signed with a black or dark blue ink pen within a clean white background.

• Signatures in ALL CAPITAL LETTERS or block initials are strictly rejected.

• File size must strictly be between 5 KB and 200 KB.

Common GATE Application Rejection Traps to Avoid

Over 15% of online applications are rejected during initial document verification due to formatting issues.

✕Uploading a photo with shadows, patterned background, or non-white backdrop.
✕Signing in capital block letters or using a light gel/pencil pen.
✕Uploading file sizes smaller than 5KB or larger than 200KB.
✕Submitting blurry, distorted, or tilted scans taken from a phone camera without cropping.

Source: Aspect ratio: Photo (0.66 to 0.89) Official Recruitment Portal•Specifications verified against official notification on 2026-09-16.•Always confirm with the latest recruitment notification before final submission.

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