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📅 GATE 2026 registration opens in August. Get your photo ready to avoid last-minute errors.

GATE Photo Size 2026: 480×640 px, 5–500 KB

Complete GATE 2026 photo requirements with a free tool to resize and compress your photo to the exact pixel dimensions and KB limit — works in your browser, no upload needed.

GATE 2026 Photo Requirements

Dimensions480×640 px
File size5–500 KB
FormatJPEG
BackgroundLight background
Exam monthFebruary 2026
⚠️ Common reasons GATE rejects photos
  • File size exceeds 5–500 KB limit
  • Wrong dimensions — portal expects exactly 480×640 px
  • Photo saved as PNG when JPEG is required
  • Background is not light background
  • Face not clearly visible or photo is blurry
Fix your GATE photo in seconds
Resize Photo for GATE — Free
No upload · Works in browser · Instant download · Free forever

How to resize your photo for GATE 2026

1
Open PhotoFit
Go to photofitapp.in — no account or signup needed. Works on mobile and desktop.
2
Upload your photo
Click Upload or drag and drop your photo. JPG, PNG, and WebP all work.
3
Set dimensions
Enter 480×640 px as width and height, and set the KB limit to match 5–500 KB.
4
Download
Click Compress and download your perfectly sized GATE photo instantly.

Frequently asked questions

What is the GATE photo size for 2026?

480×640 px · 5–500 KB · JPEG · Light background. Always verify on the official GATE website as requirements can change each cycle.

What is the file size limit for GATE photo?

The GATE photo must be 5–500 KB. If your file is too large, the portal will reject it even if the dimensions are correct. Use PhotoFit to compress precisely.

What background is required for GATE photo?

Light background. There should be no patterns, shadows, coloured walls, or other people in the background.

Can I use a mobile photo for GATE?

Yes — as long as it meets the dimension and KB requirements. Take the photo in good lighting, then use PhotoFit to resize and compress it to the exact spec.

What format should the GATE photo be in?

JPEG. Make sure you are not uploading a PNG or HEIC file if JPEG is required — PhotoFit converts automatically.

All processing happens in your browser. No files uploaded. Free forever.
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