12 exam photo mistakes that cost candidates their form
Common exam form photo mistakes — wrong KB, wrong dimensions, HEIC, old photos — shareable checklist for prep groups.
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What it is, why it matters, and what to do — confirm on Exam photo sizes 2026 — SSC, UPSC, NEET, banking and more or Indian passport photo size — 35×45 mm (2026 rules).
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What it is, why it matters, and what to do — confirm on Exam photo sizes 2026 — SSC, UPSC, NEET, banking and more or Indian passport photo size — 35×45 mm (2026 rules).
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What it is, why it matters, and what to do — confirm on Exam photo sizes 2026 — SSC, UPSC, NEET, banking and more or Indian passport photo size — 35×45 mm (2026 rules).
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What it is, why it matters, and what to do — confirm on Exam photo sizes 2026 — SSC, UPSC, NEET, banking and more or Indian passport photo size — 35×45 mm (2026 rules).
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What it is, why it matters, and what to do — confirm on Exam photo sizes 2026 — SSC, UPSC, NEET, banking and more or Indian passport photo size — 35×45 mm (2026 rules).
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What it is, why it matters, and what to do — confirm on Exam photo sizes 2026 — SSC, UPSC, NEET, banking and more or Indian passport photo size — 35×45 mm (2026 rules).
Quick reference table
| # | Issue | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wrong KB | Resize iteratively |
| 2 | Wrong pixels | Crop to notification size |
| 3 | HEIC format | Convert to JPG |
| 4 | Grey background | Retake with wall light |
| 5 | Face too small | Step back, crop tighter |
| 6 | Old studio print | Regenerate at 35×45 mm |
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