NEET UG Photo & Signature Size 2026
The NEET UG photo must be a recent passport-size colour photo, 10–200 KB, in JPG format, on a white background, with your name and the photo date printed at the bottom. The signature must be JPG, 10–100 KB, in black or blue ink and not in capital letters. Use the free tool below to resize and compress your photo to the exact size — it runs in your browser, so nothing is uploaded.
Exam specifications change between cycles. Always confirm the exact photo and signature requirements in your official notification PDF before you submit. This tool prepares your file; it can't guarantee acceptance.
NEET UG 2026 photo & signature specifications
| Item | Dimensions | File size | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photograph | Passport size (~413 × 531 px) | 10–200 KB | JPG, white background, name + date at bottom |
| Postcard photo | 4 × 6 inch | 10–200 KB | JPG, same photo as above |
| Signature | ~413 × 177 px | 10–100 KB | JPG, black or blue ink |
Specifications can change between cycles. Always confirm the exact requirements in the official NEET information bulletin at neet.nta.nic.in before submitting.
Top reasons NEET photos get rejected
Wrong file size. A photo over 200 KB or under 10 KB is rejected by the portal. The tool above fixes this automatically.
No name or date on the photo. NTA requires your name and the photo date printed at the bottom. Photos without it can be flagged at counselling.
Background not white. A plain white or very light background is required. Dark or coloured backgrounds get rejected.
Old photo. The photograph must be recent — taken on or after 1 January of the exam year, and a true likeness of your current appearance.
Signature in capital letters or blurred. The signature must be legible, in running hand — never block capitals.
Wrong format. Only JPG/JPEG is accepted. Polaroid, PNG, and computer-generated photos fail.
Note: Unlike some exams, NEET does allow spectacles if you wear them regularly — but not coloured glasses or sunglasses.
How to resize your photo for NEET UG
- Take a recent passport-size colour photo on a plain white background — front-facing, both ears visible, taken on or after 1 January of the exam year.
- On this page, NEET UG is already selected. Choose Photo or Signature.
- Upload your image, then drag and zoom so your face fills most of the frame.
- Click Resize & compress — the tool outputs a JPG inside the 10–200 KB range.
- NEET also requires your name and the photo date printed at the bottom — add this before uploading. Then upload the file at neet.nta.nic.in.
NEET photo & signature — FAQ
What is the photo size for NEET UG 2026?
The NEET UG 2026 photograph must be a recent passport-size colour photo, between 10 KB and 200 KB, in JPG/JPEG format, on a plain white background, with your name and the date the photo was taken printed at the bottom.
What is the NEET signature size?
The NEET signature must be in JPG/JPEG format, between 10 KB and 100 KB, signed in black or blue ink on white paper. It must be in running hand and not written in capital letters.
Can I wear glasses in the NEET photo?
Yes. NTA allows spectacles in the NEET photo if you wear them regularly. This is different from some other exams like SSC, which reject photos with glasses. Do not wear coloured glasses or sunglasses.
Does the NEET photo need my name and date on it?
Yes. NTA requires the candidate's name and the date the photograph was taken to be printed clearly at the bottom of the photo. A photo without this can cause problems at counselling and admission.
What other images does NEET require?
Besides the passport photo and signature, NEET also needs a postcard-size (4x6 inch) copy of the same photo, plus left-hand finger impressions, right-hand finger impressions, and a left thumb impression.
Is my photo uploaded to a server?
No. This tool runs entirely inside your browser. Your photo and signature never leave your device, so nothing is uploaded anywhere.