Quick answer
How do I reduce a photo to under 30KB?
Upload the photo on PhotoResizerKB's 30KB page, keep the 15–30KB preset and press Resize. The tool picks the best JPEG quality that keeps the file between 15KB and 30KB, so it is neither too large nor too small for the form.
About This Tool
Some state recruitment boards, university portals and scholarship sites ask for a photograph under 30KB. This preset keeps the file between 15KB and 30KB so it is never rejected for being too small either.
Commonly needed for:
- State PSC and university application forms
- Scholarship portals (NSP and state portals)
- School and coaching admission forms
How to Use
- Tap the upload box and choose your photo (JPG, PNG or WEBP).
- The 30KB preset is already selected — change Min/Max KB only if your form asks for a different range.
- Press Resize to Target KB. The tool tries different quality levels until the file fits under 30KB.
- Check the new size shown in the result box and download the JPEG.
Tips for a Photo That Gets Accepted
- Start from the original photo from your camera or gallery, not a WhatsApp-forwarded copy — it keeps more detail after compression.
- If the form also gives pixel dimensions, crop the photo first with the Image Cropper, then come back here.
- Output is always JPEG, which most upload forms accept. If a form insists on PNG, use the Image Format Converter after resizing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I reduce a photo to 30KB?
Upload the photo above, keep the 30KB preset and press Resize. The tool adjusts JPEG quality (and size, if needed) until the file is between 15KB and 30KB, then gives you a download button.
Will my photo be uploaded to a server?
No. The compression runs inside your browser using the Canvas API, so the photo never leaves your phone or computer.
My form says "maximum 30KB" — what minimum should I use?
If no minimum is given, the default 15KB minimum is safe. If the form states a minimum (for example 10KB), change the Min KB box to match.
Last updated: October 2026