GATE (General) Photo Size
Requirements (2026)
Complete official photograph specifications for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2026 application. Photos that don't meet these exact rules will be rejected by the portal.
Official GATE Photo Specifications
| File Size | 5KB – 600KB |
| Format | JPEG / JPG |
| Background | white |
Additional Requirements
- Face must cover 60–70% of the photograph. Passport size (3.5 cm × 4.5 cm).
- JPEG/JPG format only. Aspect ratio must be between 0.66 and 0.89.
- White background only. No caps, hats, sunglasses, or colored glasses.
- Normal spectacles allowed, but glare on glasses is not acceptable — remove spectacles if glare cannot be avoided.
- Head coverings permitted only for religious reasons, but full facial features (chin to forehead, both edges) must be visible.
Why Photos Get Rejected on the GATE Portal
Photo exceeds 600KB
Camera phones produce 2–5MB images. The GATE portal caps uploads at 600KB — approximately 0.59% of a typical photo.
Incorrect background color
GATE requires a white background. Indoor photos, selfies, and studio photos with coloured backdrops are commonly rejected.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the exact photo size for GATE (General) 2026?
The official photo file size for GATE (General) is 5KB to 600KB in JPEG/JPG format.
What background color is required for GATE photos?
GATE requires a white background for all passport-size photographs uploaded during the 2026 application process.
Can I use a phone selfie for GATE (General)?
Yes, but you must resize and compress it to meet the exact 5KB–600KB requirement. Our free photo resizer tool does this automatically.
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