NEET & JEE Photo Requirements - NTA Guidelines

NEET and JEE Main/Advanced photo specifications. NTA photo and signature upload requirements for medical and engineering exams.

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Updated: January 2, 2026
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NTA Exam Photo Requirements

National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts NEET, JEE Main, and other competitive exams. Photo and signature requirements are crucial for application acceptance.

NEET UG Photo Specifications

Photograph

ParameterRequirement
File Size10-200 KB
FormatJPG/JPEG
BackgroundWhite
DateMust show date on photo
RecencyTaken after last exam date

Signature

ParameterRequirement
File Size4-30 KB
FormatJPG/JPEG
InkBlack ball pen
BackgroundWhite paper

JEE Main Photo Specifications

Photograph

ParameterRequirement
File Size10-200 KB
FormatJPG/JPEG
BackgroundWhite
Photo with NameName and date visible below photo

Signature

ParameterRequirement
File Size4-30 KB
FormatJPG/JPEG

Special Requirements

Photo with Name & Date

NTA requires the candidate's name and date to be visible on or below the photograph. This is typically written by the photo studio on the printed photo before scanning.

Post Card Size Photo

Some NTA forms require a postcard-sized photo (4"x6"). Make sure to check specific requirements for each exam session.

How to Prepare

Step 1: Get Photo Taken

  • Visit a professional photo studio
  • Ask for white background
  • Request name and date to be printed on photo
  • Get both digital and printed copies

Step 2: Scan/Get Digital Copy

  • Scan at 200-300 DPI for good quality
  • Ensure name and date are visible
  • Save as JPG format

Step 3: Compress to Required Size

  • Use our Image Compressor
  • Ensure file is between 10-200 KB
  • Preview to check quality

Common Rejection Reasons

  • Name/date not visible on photo
  • Colored background instead of white
  • File size exceeds 200KB
  • Photo is not recent
  • Face not clearly visible

Ready to Prepare?

Use our NEET Photo tool or JEE Photo tool to create compliant photos!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NEET photo size?
NEET requires photos between 10-200KB in JPG format with white background.
Can I use the same photo for NEET and JEE?
Yes, if it meets both requirements. Both are NTA exams with similar specifications.
What happens if my photo is rejected?
You'll need to upload a corrected photo during the correction window. Rejection delays application.