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TN RTE Admission Document Compressor

Compress Birth Certificates & Community Certs to < 1 MB instantly.

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Upload Document

Drop your Birth Certificate or Community Cert here (JPG, PNG, PDF)

Files processed locally. 100% Private.

Auto-Resize

Large 50MP images are automatically resized to 2000px width, maintaining readability while dropping file size.

Smart Compress

We target < 1 MB using intelligent JPEG compression (0.7 quality), ensuring your upload is accepted.

Instant Download

No waiting. The processed file is downloaded automatically to your device as a standardized JPG.

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Important Note

This tool is designed specifically for TN RTE Admission 2026 requirements. It converts all inputs to JPG format to ensure compatibility with the official portal.

Complete Guide to TN RTE Admission 2026-27 Document Upload

The Tamil Nadu Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, guarantees 25% reservation in private non-minority schools for children belonging to disadvantaged groups and weaker sections. The application process for the academic year 2026-27 is entirely online, requiring parents to upload specific documents correctly formatted to avoid rejection.

⚠️ Critical Document Rule: Max 1 MB

The official portal (rte.tnschools.gov.in) has a strict file size limit. Every single document (Photo, Birth Certificate, etc.) must be less than 1 MB. Files larger than this are automatically rejected by the server.

1. Eligibility Criteria for TN RTE 2026

To apply under the RTE quota, the child must legally reside within 1 km radius of the school. There are two main categories:

  • Weaker Section: Parents with an annual income below ₹2 Lakhs.
  • Disadvantaged Group: Children from BC, MBC, SC, ST communities, or orphans, children of HIV-affected parents, and transgender children.

2. Checklist of Required Documents

Before starting your application, ensure you have digital copies of the following. Use our tool to compress them if they are over 1MB.

📍 Essential for All

  • ✓ Photograph of Child: Recent passport-size photo (Width: 300px, Height: 350px recommended).
  • ✓ Birth Certificate: Proof of age.
  • ✓ Address Proof: Aadhar Card, Ration Card, Voter ID, or Bank Passbook of parent.

📂 Category Specific

  • ℹ Income Certificate: Mandatory for 'Weaker Section' (Income < 2L).
  • ℹ Community Certificate: For BC/MBC/SC/ST categories.
  • ℹ Special Certificates: For Orphan/HIV+ if applicable.

3. Why Use This TN RTE Compressor?

Most modern phone cameras take photos that are 3 MB to 8 MB in size. If you try to upload these directly to the TN RTE portal, you will see an error: "File size exceeds 1MB limit".

Our tool solves this by:

  1. Smart Compression: Reducing file size by 70-90% without making the text unreadable.
  2. Format Standardization: Converting HEIC (iPhone) and PNG files to standard JPG, which is the most compatible format for government portals.
  3. Privacy: Processing everything on your device. No personal certificates are sent to our servers.

4. Step-by-Step Guide to Resizing

1

Take a Clear Photo

Place your document on a flat surface with good lighting. Hold your camera steady and take a photo directly from above.

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Upload to Compressor

Click the "Select File" button above and choose your photo or PDF.

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Automatic Processing

The tool will instantly resize and compress the file to under 1 MB.

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Download & Verify

Click "Download as JPG". Check the file size to ensure it is < 1 MB (e.g., 500 KB or 800 KB) before uploading to the portal.

5. Troubleshooting Common Issues

"The file is still blurry."
Try taking the photo again in daylight. Avoid shadows falling on the text. Ensure the camera lens is clean.

"Upload failed on RTE portal."
Double-check the file format. The portal prefers .jpg or .jpeg. If you downloaded a PDF, try converting it to JPG using this tool.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common doubts about TN RTE Document Uploads

Is my personal data safe?

Yes, 100% Safe. This tool operates entirely in your browser (Client-Side). Your photos and certificates are never uploaded to any server. You can even use this tool offline after loading the page.

Why are files converted to JPG?

The official TN RTE portal often requires documents in JPG/JPEG format and under 1MB. This tool ensures your files meet these exact specifications to avoid rejection during application.

Can I upload a PDF file?

Yes. You can upload a PDF. The tool will automatically extract the first page of your PDF, convert it to a high-quality image, and compress it to the required size.

My file is larger than 1MB. Can you fix it?

Yes. The main purpose of this tool is to compress large files. Just drop your large 5MB or 10MB file, and it will instantly compress it to under 1MB without significant quality loss.

Can I use this on my iPhone/Android?

Yes! This tool works perfectly on all mobile phones. If you are using an iPhone, it assumes your photos are in HEIC format and automatically converts them to JPG, which is required for the RTE application.

Is Income Certificate mandatory?

It is mandatory ONLY if you are applying under the "Weaker Section" category (annual income less than ₹2 Lakhs). If you are applying under the "Disadvantaged Group" (SC/ST/BC/MBC), you need a Community Certificate instead.

How do I scan documents without a scanner?

You don't need a scanner. Just place your document on a table near a window (for good light), take a photo with your phone directly from above, and upload it here. Our tool will optimize it to look like a scanned copy.