CAT (IIM Common Admission Test) Photo & Signature Size
IIM Common Admission Test registration (iimcat.ac.in). Photo 1200×1200 px JPG/JPEG up to 80 KB, recent colour photo (within 6 months) on a white background, no selfies; signature 80×35 mm JPG/JPEG up to 80 KB, in ballpoint pen, scanned.
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Verified 1 Jul 2026CAT Registration Guide (iimcat.ac.in)
Report outdated informationPhoto requirement
- File size
- under 80 KB
- Dimensions
- 1200×1200 px
- Aspect
- Square (1:1)
- Format
- JPG / JPEG
- Background
- White
Signature requirement
- File size
- under 80 KB
- Dimensions
- —
- Format
- JPG / JPEG
- Ink
- Confirm current notice
About this exam
CAT (Common Admission Test) is run by a different IIM each year for MBA admission to the IIMs and other participating institutes; the registration guide requires a recent (within 6 months) colour photo and explicitly disallows selfies.
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CAT requirements
IIM Common Admission Test registration (iimcat.ac.in). Photo 1200×1200 px JPG/JPEG up to 80 KB, recent colour photo (within 6 months) on a white background, no selfies; signature 80×35 mm JPG/JPEG up to 80 KB, in ballpoint pen, scanned.
Verified 1 Jul 2026 · CAT Registration Guide (iimcat.ac.in).Official source
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Why CAT uploads get rejected
- File size falls outside the published band.
- Photo does not match the published pixel canvas or aspect ratio.
- File format differs from the current application's accepted formats.
- Signature is unclear or includes excess paper around the writing.
- Photo is blurry or too low-contrast to review clearly.
Specs can change between notification cycles — always confirm the current limit on the official portal before submitting.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the photo size for the CAT (IIM Common Admission Test) application?
The stored CAT (IIM Common Admission Test) target is under 80 KB, around 1200×1200 px, in JPG / JPEG format. This tool resizes and compresses a prepared photo to that target; confirm the active form before submitting.
What is the signature size for CAT (IIM Common Admission Test)?
The stored signature target is under 80 KB, in JPG / JPEG format. Follow the current notice's ink and paper instructions, then upload it here to clean and resize it.
How do I resize my photo to under 80 KB for CAT (IIM Common Admission Test)?
Upload your photo and the tool compresses it to the stored CAT (IIM Common Admission Test) target and applies the recorded dimensions. Everything runs in your browser.
Why do CAT (IIM Common Admission Test) photos and signatures get rejected?
Common upload problems include a file outside the under 80 KB photo / under 80 KB signature range, dimensions that do not match the recorded frame, an unsupported format, a background that does not match White, or a blurry scan. A signature can also fail when it is faint or includes the paper edge. The tool checks measurable output properties; it cannot guarantee acceptance.
Is this CAT (IIM Common Admission Test) resizer free and private?
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Where can I confirm the official CAT (IIM Common Admission Test) requirements?
Always verify the current limits on the official source (CAT Registration Guide (iimcat.ac.in)) before submitting, as requirements can change between notification cycles.