TNPSC OTR, Group 1, Group 2, Group 4 & VAO Ready

TNPSC Photo & Signature Resizer — OTR Portal (2026)

Format your TNPSC photo and signature for the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission One Time Registration (OTR) portal — with the mandatory candidate name and date-of-photograph strip embedded directly in the image. Processed in-browser, zero server contact.

Bi-Directional Auto-Enhance Engine

Guarantees files strictly meet TNPSC OTR upload limits. Padded if < 20KB, capped if > 50KB.

Upload Candidate Photograph

Drag & drop your scan or camera capture. Auto-enhances to 20KB–50KB for portal compliance.

JPG, JPEG, PNG, WEBP (Up to 25MB)

Official Portal Standards ReadyUpload your candidate photograph on the left to view verified results and instant download here.

Target Bracket:20 KB – 50 KB

Target Dimensions:3.5cm × 4.5cm

Target DPI:200 DPI (Exam Compliant)

In-Memory Privacy:100% Client-Side RAM

Mandatory Name & Date Strip Generation

The TNPSC One Time Registration (OTR) Strip Rule Explained

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (tnpsc.gov.in) requires every applicant's OTR photograph to feature a clean white strip at the bottom displaying the candidate full name and photograph capture date. Uploading a standard passport photo without this strip causes OTR verification rejection.

Additionally, signatures uploaded to the OTR portal must measure 3.5×1.5 cm and fall strictly between 10 KB and 20 KB. Standard photo editors compress these tiny files to 3–6 KB, triggering immediate portal errors. Kagazo automatically adds the compliant name and date strip to photos, and pads signatures to safely land between 12 KB and 18 KB.

Name & Date Strip

Generates the white bottom strip with candidate name and date matching SSLC marksheet records.

10 KB Floor Auto-Padding

Prevents OTR rejection by guaranteeing your signature stays safely between 10 KB and 20 KB.

3-Month Freshness Check

Prompts you to ensure your capture date complies with TNPSC's recent-photo mandate.

Official TNPSC OTR Upload Specifications

Strict parameters drawn from TNPSC Commission notifications and OTR guidelines.

TNPSC Standards

Parameter	TNPSC Scanned Photograph	TNPSC Scanned Signature
Applicable Exams	Group 1, Group 2 & 2A, Group 4, VAO, Combined Engineering, Forest Services	Mandatory across all TNPSC OTR profiles
File Size Window	20.0 KB minimum — 50.0 KB maximum	10.0 KB minimum — 20.0 KB maximum
Physical Dimensions	3.5 cm (W) × 4.5 cm (H) (approx 413×531 px)	3.5 cm (W) × 1.5 cm (H) (approx 413×177 px)
Name & Date Strip	Mandatory: Candidate name & DOP printed at bottom	Not applicable
Permitted Format	JPG / JPEG only	JPG / JPEG only
Background & Pen	Plain white or very light background; no spectacles	Clean white unruled paper; dark blue or black ballpoint ink

Verification Notice: Ensure the name spelled on the photo strip matches your 10th (SSLC) marksheet exactly. Need OTR-compliant certificate preparation? Try our TNPSC OTR Compliance Kit.

How to Format TNPSC Photo & Signature in 5 Steps

Follow this verified 5-step process for instant recruitment portal compliance:

Select TNPSC Mode

Choose TNPSC Photo (20–50 KB, 3.5×4.5 cm) or TNPSC Signature (10–20 KB).

Upload Asset Image

Upload photo or signature in any image format.

Add Name & Date Banner

Type applicant name and photo date for the mandatory bottom banner.

Enforce OTR Dimensions

Calibrates photo to 200×230 px and signature to 130×60 px at 300 DPI.

Download ORA Ready JPEG

Save verified JPEG ready for upload to tnpscexams.in.

Common TNPSC OTR Errors and How Kagazo Fixes Them

Avoid common application mistakes that trigger instant portal rejection:

Error: Missing Name & Date Strip

TNPSC Mandates Name & DOP on Photo

TNPSC requires applicant name and date of photo printed at bottom. Kagazo embeds this automatically.

Error: Signature Under 10 KB

TNPSC OTR Signature Under 10 KB Rejected

Signature files under 10 KB are rejected by the portal script. Kagazo pads to safe 14 KB.

Error: Non-White Background

Background Color Disqualification

TNPSC requires plain light white background with zero shadows behind ears.

Error: File Exceeds 50 KB

Photo Size Exceeds 50 KB Ceiling

High-resolution smartphone cameras produce oversized files. Kagazo compresses to safe 35 KB.

Frequently Asked Questions (TNPSC Photo & Signature)

Clear, verified answers covering TNPSC OTR registration, Group 4, Group 2, and Group 1 applications.

Does TNPSC require a Name and Date strip on the photo for OTR?

Yes. As per official Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission guidelines for One Time Registration (OTR), the candidate photograph must have a clear white rectangular strip at the bottom containing the candidate full name in capital letters (matching SSLC/10th marksheet) and the date on which the photograph was captured.

What are the exact photo and signature dimensions for TNPSC OTR?

For TNPSC One Time Registration and all recruitment examinations (Group 1, 2, 4, VAO): The photograph must have dimensions of 3.5 cm (width) x 4.5 cm (height) and file size strictly between 20 KB and 50 KB in JPG/JPEG format. The signature must have dimensions of 3.5 cm (width) x 1.5 cm (height) and file size strictly between 10 KB and 20 KB.

Why does the TNPSC OTR portal reject signatures with "File size less than 10 KB"?

When candidates crop a small 3.5cm x 1.5cm signature, ordinary image resizers compress the file down to 3–7 KB. The TNPSC OTR server immediately blocks files below 10.0 KB. Kagazo solves this by applying 300 DPI supersampling and safe JFIF padding to lock the output securely in the 12–18 KB safe band.

Should the name in the photo strip be in English or Tamil?

The name printed in the strip should be in English CAPITAL (BLOCK) letters, exactly matching the spelling, initials, and order on your 10th (SSLC) marksheet and your OTR profile. Any mismatch during certificate verification (CV) can cause administrative holds.

How recent must my TNPSC photograph be?

TNPSC mandates that the photograph must not be older than 3 months from the date of advertisement or OTR renewal. The date entered on the bottom strip must accurately reflect a date within this recent window.

Can I wear spectacles or caps in the TNPSC photograph?

No. Photographs wearing spectacles, reading glasses, caps, or dark sunglasses are strictly prohibited under TNPSC commission instructions. Both ears must be clearly visible against a white or very light background.

Can I sign in blue ink for TNPSC?

TNPSC guidelines accept dark blue or black ballpoint pen on plain white paper. However, black ballpoint ink provides superior contrast on scanners. Signatures must be in running handwriting, never in block letters.

Does this tool support all TNPSC exam categories?

Yes. The single photo and signature uploaded to your TNPSC OTR account applies to all recruitment drives including Group 1, Group 2/2A, Group 4, VAO, Combined Technical Services, and Departmental tests.

What is the file size limit for TNPSC certificate uploads?

For community certificates, SSLC marksheets, and PSTM certificates, the TNPSC portal requires single or merged PDF files with file size strictly between 100 KB and 200 KB.

Does Kagazo store my TNPSC photo or signature on servers?

No. All processing—including generating the name and date strip, cropping, and padding—takes place 100% client-side in your device RAM memory. No photo, signature, or personal identity data is ever transmitted to or stored on any server.

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