SSC CGL/CHSL 2025: Is the Photo Upload Dead? (New Live Capture Rules)
Understanding the shift to "Live Photo" capture and what it means for you.
The Update: Live Photo Capture
- Major Shift: SSC has shifted to a "Live Photo" capture using the 'My SSC' app.
- Purpose: This measure is intended to curb fraud.
- Action: You will take a photo using your webcam or phone camera during the application.
The Fallback: When to Upload?
- Primary Method: Live capture is now the default.
- Exceptions: Specific departmental exams or older forms still require standard upload.
- Standard Specs: 3.5x4.5cm, 20-50KB (if upload is required).
The Signature Trap
- Still Required: Even with Live Photo, you must upload a signature.
- Strict Limit: The file size limit is extremely low: 10KB to 20KB.
- Rejection Risk: "Applications with blurred signature will be rejected".
Resize SSC Signature
Test your lighting for Live Capture or crop your Signature to exactly 10-20KB here.
Open SSC Signature ToolUploads are processed in your browser for crop, resize, and download. The photo is not uploaded to our server for editing.
Upload your photo
Drag & drop or JPG, PNG, WEBP (Max 10MB)
Photos are processed locally. No server uploads.
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