Skip to main content
Presetly

UGC NET Photo Resizer

Resize your photo to UGC NET / NTA specifications: 413x531 px, under 100 KB, for JRF and Assistant Professor applications.

Popular compression sizes

Quick start

Done in 3 steps

  1. 1

    Upload your photo

    Click to browse or drag your photo onto the page. JPEG, PNG, and WebP formats all work. No sign-in needed.

  2. 2

    Compressed and resized for NTA UGC NET

    Your photo is resized to 413x531 pixels and compressed to fall between 10 KB and 100 KB. The whole process runs in your browser. Nothing is sent out.

  3. 3

    Download and upload to the NTA portal

    Save the JPEG. Open the NTA UGC NET application form and upload it in the photograph section. Same file works for CSIR NET and JRF applications too.

Requirements

UGC NET / NTA Application Photo Requirements

NTA UGC NET requires a passport-size photo: 3.5 × 4.5 cm (413 × 531 px at 300 DPI), JPEG format, between 10 KB and 100 KB. The same specification applies to CSIR NET and JRF.

Dimensions
413 × 531 px
Format
JPEG
Max file size
100 KB
Resolution
300 DPI
Background
Plain white background — no shadows or patterns

Additional requirements

  • Photo must be taken within the last 6 months
  • Face must be clearly visible and forward-facing
  • No sunglasses, dark glasses, or tinted lenses
  • The same specification applies to all NTA exams: CUET, CMAT, and CSIR NET
  • Upload the same photo file at every NTA application for consistency

Source: NTA UGC NET Official Notification· Updated June 2026

Troubleshooting

Common issues & fixes

If your upload is rejected, one of these is usually the reason.

  • Upload rejected — file size too large

    What you see

    The portal displays "File size exceeds the allowed limit" or the upload button spins indefinitely.

    How to fix it

    This tool automatically compresses your photo to the exact size limit. Re-process your photo and download again — the output will be within the allowed limit.

  • Photo rejected — wrong dimensions

    What you see

    The portal shows "Invalid photo dimensions" or "Photo does not meet size requirements".

    How to fix it

    Use the correct preset for your exam. This tool resizes your photo to the exact pixel dimensions required — no manual resizing needed.

  • Format not accepted — only JPEG allowed

    What you see

    Portal shows "Only JPEG/JPG format accepted" even though your photo looks fine.

    How to fix it

    This tool automatically converts PNG, WebP, and other formats to JPEG on download. Ensure you are uploading the file you just downloaded, not your original.

  • Background rejected — not white

    What you see

    The portal flags the photo for "incorrect background colour" or the automated check fails.

    How to fix it

    This tool cannot change the background of your photo. Retake your photo in front of a plain white or off-white wall in good lighting. Then re-process through this tool.

  • Photo rejected — too old

    What you see

    Form submission blocked with "Please upload a recent photograph (within 6 months)".

    How to fix it

    Government portals require a recent photo. Use a photo taken within the last 6 months, then process it here.

Frequently asked questions

What photo size does UGC NET require?
NTA UGC NET requires a passport-size photo: 3.5x4.5 cm (413x531 pixels at 300 DPI), JPEG format, between 10 KB and 100 KB. This tool targets under 100 KB to stay within limits across all NTA notifications.
Is UGC NET photo size the same as other NTA exams?
Most NTA exams use the same photo specification: 3.5x4.5 cm, JPEG, under 100 KB. This includes CUET, CSIR NET, and CMAT. One properly processed photo works for all of them.
What is the correct background for NTA exam photos?
A plain white background is required by NTA. Face straight at the camera, good lighting, no shadows on the background. The same photo often gets printed on the admit card, so clarity matters.
Do I need to upload a signature for UGC NET?
Yes. NTA UGC NET requires a separate signature image at 140x60 pixels, under 30 KB. Use Signature 30KB to prepare it before starting the form.
Can I use this photo for CSIR UGC NET as well?
Yes. CSIR UGC NET, JRF, and Assistant Professor eligibility applications on the NTA portal all use the same photo specification. Download once and use across all applications.

Popular with this tool

Users also visit

Related tools

Explore Presetly

More tools

ID Documents

Search Presetly

Search for tools, guides, and categories