Introduction – Sizing Your Signature for Portals
Filling out online application forms for government jobs or entrance exams requires preparing your documents correctly. In addition to a passport photograph, you need to submit a legible copy of your signature.
Portals use automated screening software to verify uploaded files. If your signature photo is blurry, has background shadows, or does not meet size limits, the system will reject it. This guide shows you how to use online tools to size and format your signature correctly for your application.
Browser Sizing & Privacy Controls
Many online sizing tools upload your files to their servers for processing. Since your signature is a part of your legal identity, uploading it to unknown servers can pose security risks.
MyExamPhoto address this issue by using **local browser processing**. The tool processes your images on your device using client-side JavaScript. No data is sent to external servers, keeping your documents secure.
Step-by-Step Guide to Sizing Your Signature Online
Follow these steps to format your signature for your application:
- Write Your Signature: Sign on a sheet of blank, unruled white paper. Use black or dark blue ink.
- Photograph the Signature: Take a clear photo of the signature in good light, keeping the camera directly above the sheet to avoid shadows.
- Select the Preset: Open the MyExamPhoto Signature Resizer and select the preset for your exam (e.g., SSC, NEET, or Kerala PSC).
- Upload: Upload your photo to the crop window.
- Crop Closely: Adjust the cropping boundaries closely around your signature to remove empty space.
- Process and Download: The tool will size and compress the image to fit your exam's requirements. Download the final JPG file.
Signature Dimensions Across Major Exams
Refer to this table to confirm the signature requirements for your specific exam:
| Exam Board | Required Dimensions | File Size Limit | Format Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staff Selection Commission (SSC) | 140 × 60 pixels | 10 KB to 20 KB | JPG / JPEG |
| Kerala PSC (Thulasi) | 150 × 100 pixels | 10 KB to 30 KB | JPG / JPEG |
| IBPS / SBI Banking | 140 × 60 pixels | 10 KB to 20 KB | JPG / JPEG |
| UPSC Civil Services | Minimum 350 × 350 pixels | 20 KB to 300 KB | JPG / JPEG |
| NEET / JEE (NTA) | 3.5 × 1.5 cm | 4 KB to 30 KB | JPG / JPEG |
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