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For the printed photo affixed to your NDA application form, write your full name and father's name on the back using a soft ballpoint pen. Do not press hard — it damages the front of the photo.
The digital photo uploaded online should have no text — only the printed copy pasted on the physical form needs writing on the back. Also note: no glasses permitted in NDA photos.
| Dimensions | 200×230 px |
| File size | 20–300 KB |
| Format | JPEG |
| Background | White background |
| Exam month | April / September 2026 |
Write your full name and father's name on the back of the printed photo using a soft ballpoint pen. Do not press hard. The digital upload needs no text.
NDA requires a plain white background specifically — not grey or cream. Ensure uniform lighting with no shadows on your face or behind you.
No — glasses are not permitted in NDA photos. Remove spectacles before taking the photo to avoid form rejection.
200×230 px · 20–300 KB · JPEG · White background. Always verify on the official UPSC portal before final submission.
20–300 KB. Phone camera photos are usually 1–5 MB and must be compressed. Use PhotoFit to bring your photo into the 20–300 KB range without visible quality loss.
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