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RRB ALP Photo, Signature & Document Upload Requirements

RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) recruitment sees high applicant numbers. Photo and signature uploads often fail due to size limits, format issues, or dimension mismatches. This guide covers RRB ALP image and document requirements, typical errors, and fixes using free browser-based tools.

Photo Size Requirements for RRB ALP

RRB ALP notifications may specify:

  • File size: Usually 20–50 KB. Some notifications allow 50–150 KB. Check the advertisement.
  • Dimensions: Often 3.5 cm × 3.5 cm (square) or passport 3.5×4.5 cm. Pixel range may be 200×200 to 500×500 or 250×330 to 300×380 for portrait.
  • Format: JPG/JPEG only.
  • Background: White or light grey.
  • Quality: Recent (within 3 months), clear, face centred, no caps or spectacles.

Use our image resizer, compress image, and passport photo tools.

Signature Size Requirements for RRB ALP

Signature: 10–20 KB, JPEG, typically 3.5×1.5 cm or 4×2 cm. Black ink on white paper. Use our signature extractor and resize to 20KB tool.

Document Upload Requirements for RRB ALP

Certificates and proofs are uploaded as PDFs. Check the notification for size limits. Use our PDF compressor, merge PDF, and JPG to PDF tools.

Common Upload Errors & How to Fix Them

  • "Image size exceeds limit" — Resize to slightly under the limit. Use Smart Optimize.
  • "Invalid file format" — Use JPEG only.
  • "Photo dimension mismatch" — Use passport photo tool for correct framing, then resize for file size.
  • "PDF file too large" — Compress with our PDF compressor.

Step-by-Step Guide to Upload Documents Successfully

  1. Check the RRB ALP notification for exact photo and signature specs.
  2. Prepare passport-style photo. Resize to the required KB range.
  3. Create signature image. Resize to 10–20 KB.
  4. Prepare documents. Compress or merge PDFs as needed.
  5. Verify all files before submitting.

FAQs

What is RRB ALP photo size in KB?

RRB ALP typically requires 20–50 KB for the candidate photo. Some notifications may allow up to 100–150 KB. Always check the official RRB ALP advertisement for the exact limit.

What format is required for RRB ALP photo?

JPG or JPEG only. Our tools output JPEG. Ensure the file extension is .jpg or .jpeg.

RRB ALP signature size—what are the limits?

Signature is usually 10–20 KB, JPEG. Dimensions often 3.5 cm × 1.5 cm or 4 cm × 2 cm. Black ink on white paper. Use our signature extractor and resize to 20KB.

How to reduce image for RRB ALP application?

Use our image resizer, set the target KB as per the notification (50KB or 100KB), and download. Use passport-style photo and JPEG format.

Why does RRB ALP reject my photo?

Common causes: file over limit, wrong format, wrong dimensions, spectacles, or patterned background. Resize to the exact KB limit and use a plain light background.

See railway photo size limit and how to resize image for government forms.

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