Compress PDF Documents for Exam Applications
Most Indian government exams require PDF documents like Aadhaar card, category certificates, income certificates, and ID proofs to be within specific size limits (typically 50-300 KB).
Common Documents Required:
- 📄 Aadhaar Card (50-300 KB)
- 📄 PAN Card (50-300 KB)
- 📄 Passport (50-300 KB)
- 📄 Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC) (50-300 KB)
- 📄 PwD Certificate (50-300 KB)
- 📄 Income Certificate (50-300 KB)
- 📄 Class 10 Marksheet (50-300 KB)
- 📄 Class 12 Marksheet (50-300 KB)
- 📄 Degree Certificate (50-300 KB)
✨ New Feature: Select document type from dropdown or set custom size!
💡 Tips for PDF Documents:
- Scan documents at 150-200 DPI (not 300+ DPI)
- Use black & white mode for text documents
- Ensure text is readable after compression
- Keep file size under exam requirements
(Select any exam, then click "Documents" tab)
How to Compress PDF Documents
- Select any exam from homepage
- Click on "📄 Documents" tab
- Choose document type from dropdown (Aadhaar, PAN, Certificate, etc.)
- Or select "Custom Size" to set your own limits
- Upload your PDF file
- Tool checks if size meets requirements
- Download if within limits, or rescan at lower quality
Common Issues & Solutions
Q: My PDF is too large (over 300 KB)?
A: Rescan the document at lower DPI (150 instead of 300) or use black & white mode.
Q: Can I compress multiple pages?
A: Yes, but ensure all pages are in a single PDF file before uploading.
Q: Will compression reduce quality?
A: Text documents remain readable. Avoid over-compression for photos.
Q: Which exams require PDF documents?
A: Almost all - GATE, JEE, NEET, UPSC, SSC, Banking exams, etc.
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