How to use it
- Add your photograph and signature (three times) one by one below.
- Drag and zoom each image to frame it. Signatures are cleaned automatically.
- Wait for the green tick that confirms the file size is within range.
- Download each file and upload it on upsconline.nic.in.
NDA & CDS photo and signature size 2026
Photograph: 20–200 KB, JPG. Signature (three times): 20–100 KB, JPG. Source: UPSC Annual Calendar 2027, checked 30 Oct 2026.
- Photograph: 550 × 550 px, 20–200 KB, JPG.
- Signature (three times): 450 × 450 px, 20–100 KB, JPG.
NDA & NA (I) and CDS (I) 2027: the form opens on 2 Dec 2026 and closes on 22 Dec 2026, and the exam is on 11 Apr 2027 (UPSC calendar).
All UPSC exams use the same Common Application Form, so the photo and signature are the same as for other UPSC exams. The form also captures a live photo.
These figures follow the latest NDA & CDS notification as reported. Requirements can change from one recruitment cycle to the next, so check the official Union Public Service Commission website before you submit.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NDA & CDS photograph size in KB and pixels?
550 × 550 pixels (suggested), 20–200 KB, in JPG format. Square image between 350 × 350 and 1000 × 1000 pixels. Face should cover about three-quarters of the photo, on a plain white background.
What is the NDA & CDS signature (three times) size in KB and pixels?
450 × 450 pixels (suggested), 20–100 KB, in JPG format. Sign three times, one below the other, on plain white paper with black ink, and upload it as one image.
Is this the official NDA & CDS website?
No. This is an independent free tool and is not connected to the Union Public Service Commission. It prepares your files to match the published size. Always check the latest notification on the official site before submitting.
Do you keep a copy of my photo?
No. Your images are processed entirely inside your browser and are never uploaded anywhere.