Complete Guide: IBPS & SBI Handwritten Declaration Specifications
When submitting applications for IBPS PO, IBPS Clerk, IBPS RRB Officer & Assistant, and SBI PO & Clerk, candidates are required to upload four mandatory scanned files: their photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration.
| Parameter | Official IBPS / SBI Requirement |
|---|---|
| Pixel Dimensions | 800 × 400 pixels (Width × Height) |
| Aspect Ratio | 2:1 (Landscape) |
| File Size Range | 50 KB to 100 KB strictly |
| File Format | JPG or JPEG only |
| Ink Color | BLACK INK ONLY (Ballpoint or Gel) |
| Paper Type | Plain White Unruled A4 Paper |
| Handwriting Style | Candidate's own running hand (NO CAPITAL LETTERS) |
Top Reasons Why Bank Portals Reject Handwritten Declarations
- Writing in All CAPITAL Letters: Official notification explicitly disqualifies forms where the declaration text is written in block capital letters. Always write in natural, cursive, or running handwriting.
- Phone Camera Shadows: Photos taken under dim home lights create grey, yellowish, or shadowy backgrounds. SizeSnap's automatic Paper Whitening engine converts these murky backgrounds into clean 255-pure white.
- File Size Exceeding 100 KB: Phone camera photos are typically 2 MB to 5 MB. Attempting to upload files over 100 KB results in an instant "File size exceeds permissible limit" error.
- Incorrect Aspect Ratio: Uploading square images (1:1) will stretch or compress your handwriting unnaturally on the portal, making it illegible. The target is strictly 2:1 (800x400 px).
Official Declaration Text (Copy and Write by Hand)
Replace "_______ (Name of the candidate)" with your own full legal name as mentioned in your 10th / Matriculation Certificate.