How-to1 min readUpdated 2026-07-22
How to add your name and date onto an exam photo
NEET and SSC require name and date on the photo. Placement, legibility, and format — without getting rejected.
What you'll need
- Phone with rear camera
- Plain wall or white sheet
- Even front light
Step 1: Prepare the background
Use a plain light wall. Stand one arm's length away to reduce shadows.
Step 2: Frame the shot
Rear camera at eye level. Leave headroom — see NEET 2026 photo and signature size for face-height rules.
Step 3: Light from the front
Face the window or lamp. Avoid overhead-only light.
Step 4: Export to spec
Crop, resize, then compress — see SSC CGL 2026 photo and signature size. Wrong order causes blur.
Common mistakes at each step
- HEIC from iPhone — convert to JPG
- Compress before crop — loses quality
- Ignoring minimum KB — over-compression fails too
Do it automatically
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FAQ
Can I use the front camera? Rear camera is sharper; front works if the lens is clean.
Where is the full spec? See PhotoFix Blog and the official notification.
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