GATE 2026 Photo & Signature Guidelines: Step-by-Step Upload Instructions
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• Updated on 14 Feb, 2026, 8:29 PM, by Ishita Tanwar
GATE 2026 candidates must follow precise photo and signature specifications to avoid rejection. This guide explains file format, dimensions, size limits, and step-by-step upload instructions, along with common mistakes to prevent.
Filling the GATE 2026 application form is the first critical step for admission into top IITs, IISc, and NITs. Uploading a photograph and signature correctly is crucial, as errors can lead to application rejection. Candidates must adhere strictly to the guidelines issued by IIT Guwahati.
GATE 2026 Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature on white paper
- Valid ID proof
- Category, Dyslexic, or PwD certificates (if applicable) in PDF
GATE 2026 Photograph Specifications
- Size: 3.5 × 4.5 cm, face covering 60–70%
- Plain background, frontal face view with visible forehead, eyes, nose, and chin
- No caps, hats, tinted glasses; spectacles allowed
- File format: JPG/JPEG, aspect ratio 0.66–0.89
- Resolution: 200×260 (min) to 530×690 (max), file size 5–600 kB
- Head coverings allowed only for religious reasons
GATE 2026 Signature Specifications
- File format: JPG/JPEG, black or blue ink
- Aspect ratio: 1:R (R = 2.75–3.75)
- Image coverage: 70–80% of area
- Resolution: 250×80 (min) to 580×180 (max), size 3–300 kB
- Must be applicant’s own signature
GATE 2026 Step-by-Step Upload Instructions
- Photograph: Capture a passport-size photo, edit to meet specifications, and save in JPG/JPEG format.
- Signature: Sign on white paper with blue or black pen, scan, and save in JPG format.
- Upload: Login to the GATE GOAPS portal, fill in details, and upload documents in the respective fields.
GATE 2026 Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using selfies or blurred images
- Uploading photos with patterned or coloured backgrounds
- Signing in block letters or capital letters
- Scanning signature from ID cards or certificates
- Submitting images exceeding file size or resolution limits
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