GATE photo and signature size

Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering. Below is the photo and signature size for the online application, and a tool that makes your files fit in one tap.

UploadSizeFile sizeFormat
Photograph3.5 × 4.5 cm (400 × 520 px)20–300 KBJPG / JPEG
Signature350 × 110 px10–100 KBJPG / JPEG

These sizes are from the latest official notice or bulletin we could find (checked October 2026). Rules can change between years, so match them with the notification on the official website before you submit. You can change every value in the tool.

Good to know

  • GATE accepts a photo from 200 × 260 to 530 × 690 px (5–600 KB) on a plain white background, with the face covering 60–70% of it, and a signature from 250 × 80 to 580 × 180 px (3–300 KB). Our preset sits safely inside these limits.

Tips so your form is not rejected

  • Use a recent colour photo with a plain light background. The face should be clear, with no cap or dark glasses.
  • Sign with a black pen on plain white paper and take the picture in daylight. Do not sign in capital letters.
  • Upload the photo in the photo box and the signature in the signature box. Swapped files are a common reason for rejection.
  • Keep the same signature you will use at the exam centre.

Frequently asked questions

What is the photo size for GATE?

The photo should be 3.5 × 4.5 cm (400 × 520 px), 20–300 KB, JPG. Tap "Resize photo for GATE" above to get it in one go.

What is the signature size for GATE?

The signature should be 350 × 110 px, 10–100 KB, JPG. Tap "Resize signature for GATE" above.

Can I resize the photo on my phone?

Yes. The tool works in your phone browser, and your photo never leaves your phone.