Specifications
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Physical size | 35×49mm |
| Pixel size | 480×640px（300 DPI） |
| Background | #FFFFFF |
| Head height | Not published by the issuing authority |
| Head width | Not published by the issuing authority |
| Recency | Within 3 months |
| File format | JPG |
| File size | Up to 10240KB |
| Expression | Neutral expression, mouth closed |
| Glasses | Not recommended |
| Head covering / hat | Not allowed |
Requirements
Front-facing, no hat or makeup, color photo taken within 3 months; white background, 3:4 aspect ratio, jpg/jpeg up to 10MB. Official notice calls it a two-inch photo; eyes should sit 30%-50% from the top edge, head and shoulders 2/3 of the frame. Used on the admission ticket, offer letter and student records.
Photo & Application Tips
- White background as standard; a few exam sites allow blue — check your site's notice
- Face rotation, tilt and pitch angles within ±10 degrees
- No makeup, glasses, contact lenses or cosmetic contact lenses
- No Photoshop retouching or re-photographing prints; photos are compared at enrollment
Frequently Asked Questions
What size should a China Postgrad Exam Photo photo be?
35x49mm, which is 480x640 pixels at 300 DPI. Front-facing, no hat or makeup, color photo taken within 3 months; white background, 3:4 aspect ratio, jpg/jpeg up to 10MB. Official notice calls it a two-inch photo; eyes should sit 30%-50% from the top edge, head and shoulders 2/3 of the frame. Used on the admission ticket, offer letter and student records.
What background color is accepted for a China Postgrad Exam Photo photo?
Accepted background colors: white（#FFFFFF）.
Can I smile or wear glasses in a China Postgrad Exam Photo photo?
Expression: a neutral expression with mouth closed. Glasses: glasses are not recommended.
How recent must a China Postgrad Exam Photo photo be?
It must have been taken within the last 3 months.
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