RRB Photo Size - Compress for Railway NTPC, Group D, ALP
Prepare your photo for RRB NTPC, Group D, ALP, and JE exam applications. Railway Board requires a JPEG photo under 40KB. Fix your photo here in two steps.
Step 1: Resize to 200x230 pixels
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JPG, PNG, WebP, HEIC — up to 20 MB
Step 2: Compress to under 40KB
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RRB Photo Requirements for All Railway Exams in 2025
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) conduct multiple exams every year including RRB NTPC, RRB Group D, RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot), RRB JE (Junior Engineer), and more. All these exams require a passport photo during online registration, and the photo requirements are stricter on file size compared to SSC or IBPS exams.
RRB Photo Size Chart
| Exam | Dimensions | File Size | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| RRB NTPC | 200x230 px | 15KB to 40KB | JPEG |
| RRB Group D | 200x230 px | 15KB to 40KB | JPEG |
| RRB ALP / Technician | 200x230 px | 15KB to 40KB | JPEG |
| RRB JE / SSE | 200x230 px | 15KB to 40KB | JPEG |
| RRB Paramedical | 200x230 px | 15KB to 40KB | JPEG |
RRB Photo Guidelines
- JPEG format only. No PNG, BMP, or other formats.
- White or very light background. Colored backgrounds are rejected.
- No hats, caps, or dark glasses. Religious head coverings with face fully visible are allowed.
- Photo must be recent, taken in the last 3 to 6 months.
- Face should take up 70 to 80 percent of the frame.
- Eyes must be open and looking directly at the camera.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RRB NTPC photo size in KB?
RRB NTPC requires a JPEG photo between 15KB and 40KB at 200x230 pixels. Photos above 40KB will fail the upload check on the RRB portal.
What is the RRB Group D photo size?
Same as RRB NTPC: 200x230 pixels, JPEG format, between 15KB and 40KB in file size with white background.
What should I do if RRB photo upload shows an error?
Most upload errors are due to file size exceeding 40KB. Use the Compress to 40KB tool above. Also confirm the file is JPEG and not PNG or WEBP.
Can I bring a different photo on RRB exam day?
No. The photo you bring on exam day must match the one on your admit card, which is pulled from your application. Bring multiple copies of the same photo you uploaded.
How many passport photos should I keep for the RRB process?
Keep at least 8 to 10 copies of the same photo for the entire selection process: CBT exam, skill test or physical test, document verification, and medical exam. All stages require the same photo.