IMA / INA (Military & Naval) Photo Resizer
Exact Size for 2026 Form
Upload any portrait and instantly resize to the strict 20KB–200KB Combined Defence Services requirements. 100% private — nothing leaves your device.
Why format your photo for IMA / INA (Military & Naval)?
The Combined Defence Services (CDS) strictly mandates that all uploaded photographs must be between 20KB and 200KB for the 2026 IMA / INA (Military & Naval) application. Furthermore, the portal will reject your application if the image does not have a white background. Our free CDS photo resizer uses secure client-side compression to guarantee your file meets these exact specifications without compromising facial clarity.
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.
- Live photo capture will be matched against this upload during the exam.
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 CDS requirements.
Download
Save the processed file. It is now ready to upload on the official CDS portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this photo resizer tool officially provided by CDS?
No. FreeApplyTools is an independent utility platform. However, the engine is hardcoded to strictly follow the official CDS notification rules for 2026.
What happens if my photo is larger than 200KB?
The official CDS 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 CDS 2026 accept?
Most government portals accept only JPEG/JPG format. Our tool automatically converts and compresses your photo to the correct format.
Common IMA / INA (Military & Naval) Photo Upload Errors
"File size exceeds 200KB"
The CDS 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"
CDS requires a white background. Selfies or photos taken indoors often have grey/dark tones that trigger rejection.
Next Steps for IMA / INA (Military & Naval)
Continue preparing your application documents with official specifications.