JEE Main Photo Requirements 2026
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NTA Verified Photo Specifications
- Dimensions: 276×354 pixels (width × height)
- File Size: 10 KB to 200 KB
- Format: JPEG / JPG only
- Background: Plain white is mandatory
- Text Overlay: ⚠️ Mandatory. Your Name and Date of taking the photograph must be printed clearly at the bottom.
- Coverage: Face must cover 80% of the photo (ears clearly visible).
- Spectacles: Allowed only if used regularly, but absolutely no glare. No sunglasses.
Signature Specifications
- File Size: 4 KB to 30 KB
- Format: JPEG / JPG
Free JEE Photo Formatter
Our JEE photo formatter handles the complex NTA requirements:
- Upload any photo — We accept all formats
- Resize perfectly — Set target dimensions to 276×354 pixels
- Compress — Ensure file size is between 10KB-200KB
- Add Name & Date — Use our Advanced Editor to easily overlay your name and date at the bottom!
Common JEE (NTA) Photo Errors
- "Invalid Dimension" → NTA strictly checks for 276x354px. Use our tool to fix this instantly.
- "File size exceeds 200KB" → Compress your image using our slider.
- "Photo rejected" → Usually because the background isn't white, or the name/date is missing.
JEE Application Tips
- NTA strictly prohibits fabricated or heavily edited photos. Do not use Snapchat filters.
- Ensure the date printed on the photo is the actual date the photo was taken (recently).
- A live photo capture might also be required during registration depending on the session.
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