EPFO (EO / AO / APFC) Official
Photo Resizer (2026)
Upload any portrait and instantly resize to the strict 20KB–200KB Union Public Service Commission requirements. 100% private — nothing leaves your device.
Official Photo Specifications
- File size: 20KB – 200KB
- Background: white
- CRITICAL: Face must cover exactly 75% (3/4th) of the photo area.
- Must be a recent colour photo with a plain white background.
- Face must be straight with both ear lobes clearly visible. No shadows on the face.
- Live photo capture will be matched against this upload during the exam.
- Photograph must NOT be signed.
How to Use
Upload Photo
Select any raw JPG or PNG selfie or portrait from your gallery.
Auto-Process
The tool automatically crops and compresses your photo to meet the strict 20KB–200KB UPSC requirements.
Download
Save the processed file. It is now ready to upload on the official UPSC portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this photo resizer tool officially provided by UPSC?
No. FreeApplyTools is an independent utility platform. However, the engine is hardcoded to strictly follow the official UPSC notification rules for 2026.
What happens if my photo is larger than 200KB?
The official UPSC portal will block your upload and throw an error. This tool prevents that by automatically capping the output size to within 20KB–200KB.
What photo format does UPSC 2026 accept?
Most government portals accept only JPEG/JPG format. Our tool automatically converts and compresses your photo to the correct format.
Common EPFO (EO / AO / APFC) Photo Upload Errors
"File size exceeds 200KB"
The UPSC portal rejects photos above 200KB. Our tool automatically caps the output to stay within 20–200KB.
"Invalid image dimensions"
Photos must match the specified aspect ratio. Our resizer auto-crops to the exact pixel spec.
"Photo rejected — wrong background"
UPSC requires a white background. Selfies or photos taken indoors often have grey/dark tones that trigger rejection.