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SSC CGL Photo & Signature Size (2024 notice)
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Under official SSC CGL 2024 notice guidelines, candidates cannot upload a pre-existing photograph; your photo must be captured live through the application camera with a plain background and no glasses. Your scanned signature must be uploaded in JPEG or JPG format between 10 KB and 20 KB, measuring about 6.0 cm wide by 2.0 cm high.
Official Staff Selection Commission (SSC) CGL specifications from the 2024 notice for scanned signatures and live photograph capture. Compress signature to 10–20 KB JPEG.
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How Do You Compress SSC CGL Signature to 10–20 KB?
- Sign on a clean sheet of white paper using dark or black ink.
- Crop the scanned signature neatly to avoid excessive blank white margins.
- Upload your signature into the tool and select the 10–20 KB signature preset.
- Click Compress Image to generate a compliant JPEG file within the 10 KB to 20 KB limit.
- Download your compressed signature and upload it to the SSC application module on ssc.gov.in.
Official SSC CGL Document Specifications (2024 Notice, ssc.gov.in)
| Asset Type | File Size | Dimensions | Format / Background | Mandatory Official Rules |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Live Photograph | Captured via application module | Inside camera rectangle | Good lighting / Plain background | Live camera capture only. In no case should candidate capture photo of pre-existing photo (Clause 9.4). Face directly in front, no cap, mask, or spectacles. |
| Scanned Signature | 10 KB to 20 KB | About 6.0 cm (width) × 2.0 cm (height) | JPEG / JPG format | Scanned signature on plain white paper. Applications with illegible, blurred, or miniature signatures will be rejected summarily (Clause 9.6). |
Source: SSC CGL Notice (Notice_of_CGLE_2024_06_24.pdf), Clauses 9.3–9.6, Page 13 & Annexure-IV, Page 57, https://ssc.gov.in/api/attachment/uploads/masterData/NoticeBoards/Notice_of_CGLE_2024_06_24.pdf (Checked against the notice on 2026-10-24)
Why Does SSC Prohibit Uploading Pre-Existing Photos?
Under SSC CGL Notice Clause 9.3 and 9.4, candidates are not permitted to upload pre-existing passport photos.
The application module captures candidate photos live before the camera. Taking a snapshot of a printed photograph through the camera is strictly prohibited and causes summary rejection of the application under Clause 9.4.
What Are the Common Reasons for SSC Signature Rejection?
SSC signature uploads are commonly rejected due to: - File Size Below 10 KB or Above 20 KB: Files outside the 10–20 KB boundary fail portal validation. - Illegible or Miniature Scans: Low-resolution or poorly cropped signatures that cannot be clearly verified. - Shadowed or Colored Paper: Capturing signatures under poor indoor lighting creates grayish backgrounds that reduce scanning contrast.
Frequently asked questions
Can I upload a saved passport photo file for SSC CGL?
No. SSC CGL Notice Clause 9.3 states candidates are not required to have a pre-existing photograph. The application module captures a live photograph before the camera.
What are the official dimensions for the SSC CGL signature?
Under Clause 9.6, the image dimension of the signature should be about 6.0 cm (width) by 2.0 cm (height) in JPEG/JPG format between 10 KB and 20 KB.
How do candidates without a webcam capture their live photo for SSC?
Annexure-IV instructs candidates unable to capture photos via computer camera to scan the QR code in the upload module to download the official Android application to capture their live photo.
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