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Karnataka High Court Photo Resizer (Civil Judge / Typist)

Resize photo and signature for Karnataka High Court recruitment (Civil Judge, Typist, etc.). Matches official notification requirements.

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📸 Photo

3.6 cm x 5.0 cm | Max 50 KB
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✍️ Signature

7.5 cm x 2.5 cm | Max 25 KB
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Official Application Guide 2026

Complete Guide to Karnataka High Court Recruitment 2026

Everything you need to know about applying for Civil Judge, Typist, and other High Court posts successfully.

1. Overview of Karnataka High Court Recruitment

The High Court of Karnataka is one of the most prestigious judicial bodies in India, offering numerous career opportunities for legal professionals and support staff. Each year, the High Court issues recruitment notifications for various posts such as Civil Judge, District Judge, Typist, Stenographer, Second Division Assistant (SDA), and Peon. These positions are highly sought after due to the stability, respect, and career progression they offer within the state judiciary.

The recruitment process is rigorous, often involving a Preliminary Examination, a Main Examination, and a Viva-Voce (Interview). A critical first step in this process is the Online Application. The High Court enforces strict standards for application dat particularly regarding the uploaded documents (Photograph and Signature). A minor deviation in file size, dimension, or clarity can lead to the rejection of your application, disqualifying you before you even write the exam.

Key Statistic:

In previous recruitment cycles, nearly 10-15% of applications were rejected at the scrutiny stage due to improper photo/signature uploads or incorrect payment details.

2. Post-Wise Application Requirements

While the general document standards remain consistent, specific posts may have unique prerequisites.

🧑‍⚖️ Civil Judge Recruitment

The flagship recruitment exam for law graduates. Candidates must be enrolled as Advocates.

  • Age Limit: Generally up to 35 years (GM).
  • Qualification: Degree in Law.
  • Photo Spec: Strict 3.6cm x 5.0cm.
  • Signature: 7.5cm x 2.5cm.

⌨️ Typist & Copyist

High-volume recruitment for clerical support staff.

  • Qualification: Degree + Senior Typewriting.
  • Documents: Photo, Signature, Thumb Impression (sometimes).
  • Note: Legibility of signature is crucial for verification.

3. Technical Specifications Explained

The official notification specifies dimensions in Centimeters (cm), but digital files use Pixels (px). This causes confusion for many applicants. Our tool handles this conversion automatically based on standard DPI (Dots Per Inch) settings used by the High Court server.

The 3.6cm x 5.0cm Rule

Why these specific dimensions? This aspect ratio (approximately 1:1.38) is designed to fit perfectly onto the generated Hall Ticket / Admit Card without stretching or squeezing.

  • If your photo is too wide: Your face might look squashed horizontally on the Hall Ticket.
  • If your photo is too tall: Your forehead or chin might get cropped out in the automated printing process.
  • If the file size is > 50KB: The server will reject the upload immediately with an error message like "File too large".
  • If the file size is < 10KB (uncommon but possible): The image might look blurry or pixelated when printed.

Signature Rules

The signature dimension of 7.5cm x 2.5cm is a wide rectangle. Many applicants mistake this and upload a square crop.

Warning: Ensure you sign on plain white paper using a Black or Blue ink pen. Do not use a pencil or gel pen that smudges. The scan usually should be in Grayscale or RGB, but Black & White is preferred for clarity.

4. Step-by-Step Online Application Process

Follow this guide to navigate the karnatakajudiciary.kar.nic.in portal without errors.

1
Registration

Visit the official website and navigate to the 'Notification' or 'Recruitment' tab. Select your desired post (e.g., "Civil Judge Recruitment 2026"). Click on "Apply Online". You will need to provide basic details like Name, DOB, and Email to generate an Application ID.

2
Fill Application Details

Enter your educational qualifications, reservation category (GM/SC/ST/OBC), and address. Be extremely careful with spelling, as these cannot be changed later.

3
Upload Documents

This is where our tool comes in. Upload the Photo and Signature files you processed here. Ensure the preview looks clear on the official portal before proceeding.

4
Payment of Fees

Pay the prescribed fee via Online Mode (SBI EPAY) or Challan. Keep a copy of the payment receipt.

5
Final Submission

Review all details one last time. Once submitted, no changes are allowed. Print the final acknowledgment application form for your records.

5. Why use our High Court Resizer?

While you can use generic photo editors like Paint or Photoshop, they require manual calculation of pixels and DPI. Our dedicated Karnataka High Court Resizer offers several advantages:

🔒 Privacy First

Your photos never leave your device. All processing happens locally in your browser, ensuring 100% data privacy.

🎯 Exact Dimensions

We pre-configure the exact 3.6cm x 5.0cm ratio required by the High Court, eliminating guesswork.

⚡ Smart Compression

Our algorithm reduces file size to exactly under 50KB without making the image blurry.

6. Troubleshooting Common Rejection Reasons

Issue Cause Solution
"Image not clear" Low resolution or dark photo. Take a photo in bright daylight. Use the 'Resize' tool here to maintain quality.
"File size error" File is above 50KB. Our tool automatically compresses it. Do not just rename the file extension.
"Signature cut off" Wrong aspect ratio. Crop the signature closely before resizing, or use our cropping feature.

✅ Final Checklist Before Applying

  • Have you checked your name spelling against your SSLC marks card?
  • Is the photo clearly visible at 100% zoom?
  • Is the signature entered without any overwriting?
  • Do you have the correct Reservation Certificates (Caste/Income/Kannada Medium)?

Disclaimer: This tool is an independent utility to assist candidates and is not affiliated with the High Court of Karnataka. Always verify details with the official notification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common queries about High Court uploads

The photo size usually must be between 20 KB and 50 KB.
No. Selfies or casual photos are not accepted. Use a formal, passport-style photograph with a clear face and neutral background.
The official notification typically does not mandate Name/Date on the photo for High Court exams. However, always refer to the specific instructions in your notification pdf.
Ensure you sign on a clean white paper with a thick black or blue pen. Take a clear, bright photo of it directly from above (no angle). This tool will help crop and resize it, but the original clarity matters.
If you effectively wear glasses, they are allowed, but there must be no glare (reflection) on the lenses. Dark glasses or sunglasses are strictly prohibited. The eyes must be clearly visible.
The portal accepts JPG or JPEG formats. This tool automatically outputs valid JPG files.
Yes, 100% safe. We use "Client-Side Processing," which means your photos are resized right here in your own browser. They are NOT uploaded to our servers or saved anywhere.
Usually, KPSC opens a correction window for a few days after the application deadline. However, it's safer to upload correct photos in the first attempt to avoid rejection.
This is a common transaction failure. Do not panic. Wait for 24 hours for the status to update. If it still shows pending, you may need to make a fresh payment. The failed transaction amount is usually refunded automatically by SBI ePay within 5-7 working days.
Yes. This tool works perfectly on Android and iPhone. You can take a photo with your mobile camera, upload it here, and download the resized version instantly.
You should always refer to the official website: karnatakajudiciary.kar.nic.in. Navigate to the 'Recruitment' section to find the latest PDF notifications for Civil Judge, Typist, and other posts.
For technical issues with the application portal, the High Court typically provides a recruitment cell contact number in the notification footer. It is usually active only during office hours (10:00 AM - 5:00 PM).
Yes, typically 3 to 5 years of age relaxation is provided for SC/ST and Category-I candidates compared to the General Merit limit. Refer to the specific column in the recruitment PDF.
Currently, this resizer tool works in a standard light mode for better visibility of photo artifacts. We may add a dark mode in future updates.
If you have a PDF scan, you can use our PDF Tools section or simply take a screenshot of the PDF page and upload it here. This tool also supports basic PDF-to-Image conversion if the browser supports it.