Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is conducted jointly by IISc and seven IITs. Each year lakhs of engineers compete — and thousands lose time fixing photo uploads. Unlike TNPSC's brutal 50KB cap, GATE allows more headroom, but pixel dimensions must be exact.
GATE 2026 Official Photo & Signature Specs
| Document | Dimensions | Max Size | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photograph | 413 × 531 px (3.5:4.5 cm) | 200 KB | White background, no cap/glasses glare |
| Signature | 500 × 160 px (~3.1:1) | 100 KB | Black/blue ink, white paper, sign in box |
| Format | JPEG (.jpg) for both files | ||
GATE Photo Rules — What IITs Check
GOAPS displays a live preview — if your face is cut off or background is not plain white, correct before payment. Recent GATE notifications emphasize:
- Passport-style colour photo, shoulders visible
- Name and date of photo may be required on physical admit card print — check current brochure
- No sunglasses, hats, or heavy filters
- Signature must match the one used on examination day answer booklet
How to Resize GATE Photo & Signature
- Shoot photo against plain white wall — even lighting.
- Sign inside a printed box on A4 white paper; scan or photograph flat.
- Use GATE Photo Signature Resizer — auto-crops to 413×531 and 500×160.
- Confirm file sizes under 200KB (photo) and 100KB (signature).
- Upload to GOAPS during application window — save PDF acknowledgment.
GATE vs NEET vs TNPSC — Size Comparison
NEET uses similar passport ratios but different KB caps. TNPSC enforces a harsh 50KB photo limit. GATE is more forgiving on KB but strict on aspect ratio. Use portal-specific tools — not one-size-fits-all compression.
- Photo: 413×531 px, under 200KB, JPG
- Signature: 500×160 px, under 100KB, JPG
- Do not use PAN or SSC tools — wrong dimensions
- Process in browser — admit card data stays private
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