UPSC NDA Requirements
UPSC NDA Photo & Signature Size Requirements
Everything the UPSC NDA & NA online form asks of your photo and signature is set out here — the dimensions, KB caps and format — and the resizer next to it opens already tuned to those figures, so one click gets your image ready.
Resize UPSC NDA Photo →UPSC NDA & NA (National Defence Academy) — 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 |
Both files are attached on the UPSC online application portal (upsconline.nic.in) while you register for NDA/NA. Because the numbers may be revised each cycle, treat the current official notification as final.
How to resize your photo for UPSC NDA
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Start the toolHit the button below; the resizer opens preset to the UPSC NDA numbers.
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Load your pictureDrop in or browse for a JPG, PNG, HEIC or WEBP — up to 15 MB is accepted.
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Crop, run, saveAdjust the crop, process, and download. The output is a 400×400 px JPG under 100 KB, set to upload.
Getting it right for UPSC NDA: keep the look sharp and formal — face the camera squarely, no smile, dressed formally against a plain white or light background. Carry the same photo through to your SSB paperwork for consistency, and leave it unedited and unfiltered.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the NDA photo size for the online application?
For most cycles the UPSC NDA form wants a passport-style colour photo at 400×400 pixels, 20–100 KB in JPG, set against a plain white background.
What is the NDA signature size?
The signature runs around 400×200 pixels and 10–50 KB in JPG. Sign it clearly with black ink on white paper.
Can girls apply for NDA and submit a photo?
Absolutely. Women have been able to sit NDA since 2022, and they follow exactly the same photo rules as everyone else.
What kind of photo should I use for NDA?
Go for a formal head-on colour shot in a collared shirt or formal wear, on a plain white background, looking straight into the lens — no cap, sunglasses or jewellery.
Does NDA require a recent photo?
It does. The photo should be from the last six months, and you should reuse the same one right through the NDA process — SSB, medical and the rest.
What is the NDA age limit?
The age band is a tight 16.5 to 19.5 years, measured on the first day of the month the course begins, and no category gets any relaxation. Our NDA age calculator can check yours.