UGC NET (NTA) 2026: Photo 10–200KB, Signature 10–30KB Safe Range
The UGC-NET June 2026 bulletin asks for a photo of 10–200KB and a signature in running handwriting. It gives two signature ranges, 10–50KB and 4–30KB, so KbSnap targets 10–30KB, which satisfies both.
UGC NET (NTA) size at a glance
| Document | File size | Dimensions | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photo | 10–200KB | Face 80% of the photo, white background (KbSnap: 413 × 531 px) | JPG (KbSnap output) |
| Signature | 10–30KB (meets both bulletin ranges) | Running handwriting, blue or black ink (KbSnap: 400 × 200 px) | JPG (KbSnap output) |
Block capitals, pencil or coloured paper do not meet the signature rule. Sign on white paper.
Last verified: , against the UGC NET (NTA) notice. Sizes can change with a new notification.
Document Specifications
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Signature
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⚠️ These are KbSnap presets. Only presets marked as checked have been compared with the official notification. Always verify with the latest official notification before uploading.
Checked against the official source on . View the official page. Sizes can still change in a new notification.
Official requirement: UGC-NET June 2026 Information Bulletin (NTA): recent photograph in colour or black & white, face (without mask, ears visible) covering 80% of the image, white background, 10–200KB. Signature in running handwriting with blue or black ink on white paper; the detailed upload instructions give 10–50KB, while the summary on page 5 says 4–30KB. KbSnap targets 10–30KB so the file satisfies both. A live photograph is also captured.
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What the UGC NET (NTA) size rules mean
- The UGC NET (NTA) photo is a portrait with the same shape as a 35×45mm passport photo at 413×531 pixels.
- Its 200KB photo limit is more generous than the typical 50KB across the 10 academic and teaching exams on KbSnap (1 of 10 allow a larger file).
- The signature box is a wide box (2:1), 2 times wider than it is tall at 400×200 pixels, 10–30KB.
Verify the current requirement on the official UGC NET (NTA) website before you upload. Sizes can change with each notification.
Common reasons UGC NET (NTA) uploads are rejected
- The signature must be in your running handwriting with blue or black ink on white paper. Block capitals, pencil or coloured paper do not meet this rule.
- The bulletin gives two signature ranges (10–50KB and 4–30KB). A file between 10KB and 30KB satisfies both, which is why KbSnap targets that range.
- Your face, without a mask and with both ears visible, must cover about 80% of the photo against a white background. The photo must be 10–200KB.
Based on the official UGC NET (NTA) notice, last checked on . For more general causes, read why exam photos get rejected.
How to resize your UGC NET (NTA) documents
- 1. Upload: choose a clear JPG, PNG, or iPhone HEIC photo or scan.
- 2. Crop: frame your face or signature inside the box shown for each document.
- 3. Process: KbSnap resizes to the exact pixels and compresses into the allowed KB range.
- 4. Check and download: confirm the pass/fail result, then upload the file to the UGC NET (NTA) portal.
Files are processed in your browser and are never uploaded to KbSnap.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What photo size does KbSnap use for UGC NET (NTA)?
The KbSnap preset for the UGC NET (NTA) photo is 413×531px, 10–200KB, in JPG format. Confirm these numbers in your current notification before you upload, and aim for the middle of the KB range so a re-save does not push the file over the limit.
What signature size does KbSnap use for UGC NET (NTA)?
The KbSnap preset for the UGC NET (NTA) signature is 400×200px, 10–30KB. Sign on plain white paper in the ink colour your notification asks for (black is the safest choice) and crop tightly so the signature is clearly readable.
How do I reduce my UGC NET (NTA) signature to 10–30KB?
Upload your scanned signature in the Signature step above, adjust the crop, and process it. KbSnap resizes it to 400×200px and compresses it into the 10–30KB range, then shows a pass/fail check before you download.
Any special rules for UGC NET (NTA)?
The UGC-NET June 2026 bulletin gives two signature limits (10–50KB in the detailed instructions and 4–30KB in the summary), so KbSnap targets 10–30KB, which meets both. Sign in running handwriting with blue or black ink; a name in capital letters is not accepted as a signature.
Is my photo uploaded to a server?
No. Cropping, resizing, and compression all happen in your browser using the Canvas API. The file never leaves your device.
Why do different exams need different sizes?
Each exam body sets its own portal validation rules independently — there's no shared standard across UPSC, SSC, banking, and state PSCs.