Students applying for Common University Entrance Test are often confused about how to use CUET UG image compressor. As per the latest NTA CUET 2026 notification, the CUET UG application photograph must be between 10 kb to 200 kb, and the signature size must be between 10 kb to 50kb.
This Story also Contains
Students are required to complete the CUET UG image compress process before starting filling out the application. Documents such as photograph, signature, identity proof, category certificate, if not uploaded in correct format and size may get the application form cancelled in the later part. Students are advised to read the entire article to learn more about the process of CUET UG image compress, document size, format and other important details related to CUET UG.
The National Testing Agency has specified a guideline for CUET UG image compressor. This guidelines mentions the file size and format for photograph, signature, identity proof and certificate required during the filling out of CUET UG application form 2026.
Document Type | Required Format | File Size Range | Key Requirements |
Passport Size Photograph | JPG / JPEG | 10 kb to 200 kb | Recent color photo; 80% face visibility (including ears); white background; no mask |
Signature | JPG / JPEG | 10 kb to 50 kb | Must be clearly legible. |
Identity Proof | JPG / JPEG | 10 kb to 200 kb | For those not using Aadhaar or DigiLocker; must be clearly legible. |
Disability / UDID Certificate | 50 kb to 300 kb | Required for PwD/PwBD candidates; must be clearly legible |
Candidates are advised to follow these steps for CUET image compress. For example, if you need to the photo to 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm in pixels, here are the steps
Visit any image resizer website (example, imageresizer.com)
Upload your image
Set the setting as mentioned below

Set the target file size to 90KB

Then, click on “Resize image” to complete the process.
Note: You can follow the same steps for you signature.
In case your image size is more than the CUET UG specified size, candidates are advised to follow these steps
Go to any PDF file reducer website (example: ilovepdf.com)
Upload the PDF file
Choose the compression level (preferably extreme in case of larger file size)

Click on “Compress PDF” and download
For CUET 2026 registration form, students need to upload their photographs in white background, with at least 80% of their face visible. Here is how you can change your photo background.
Go to any background remover site (e.g. remove.bg)
Upload your photo
Then, click on the “Background” option

Then choose white as a background colour

Download the image
Note: After uploading the document, students are advised to pay attention to the status box on the right side, any specification mismatch will be displayed. Students are then required to remove that and upload the image which falls under the requirement set my the NTA.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The photograph for CUET application form must be between 10 kb to 200 kb,with at least 80% face visible, white background and no mask.
The photograph for CUET application form must be between 10 kb to 50 kb, in JPG/ JPEG format and it must be clearly legible.
Students are required to upload their CUET UG form photograph in JPG/ JPEG format.
On Question asked by student community
Hello Chanchal
The syllabus for cuet 2026 post graduate is in two parts
Part A consists of (25 questions)
Part B consists of 75 questions which are directly related to UG subject of
Hello,
Yes, you can get a reservation to study B Tech. through cuet exam as per your category. It is partially dependent on the university you will get admission.
Thank You.
Hello,
CUCET is an entrance test used by universities like Chandigarh University and others for BTech admissions.
For BTech CSE (2026), it’s a good option if the university has strong placements, good NAAC/NBA accreditation, and updated infrastructure.
Chandigarh University, for example, offers good CSE placements through CUCET.
Still, try JEE
Hello,
To apply for Delhi University colleges, first register for the CUET exam on the official NTA website, filling in your details and fee. After appearing in this exam, then you need to apply for the DU admission separately through the Common Seat Allocation System portal. Here you need to
Hello,
The CUET UG exam of 2025 has already been conducted in the month of May and June.
CUET UG 2026 exam dates are not yet declared. It will be declared by the NTA on the official website.
The time period for registration will generally be in the month of