How to Add Name & Date on Photo for Government Exam Verification 2026

Many government exam document verification processes require you to submit a photograph with your name and date written or printed below the photo. Here's everything you need to know.

When is Name & Date on Photo Required?

Some government exam processes — particularly state-level PSC document verification rounds, walk-in interviews, and physical verification — require a photograph with your name and date. This is typically required when:

• Submitting attested photographs to a committee
• Appearing for document verification after written exam
• Physical fitness test or medical examination registration
• Some state government forms that ask for a "self-attested photo with name and date"

What Format is Typically Required?

• Name: Full name in BLOCK LETTERS at the bottom of the photo
• Date: Date of the submission/verification in DD/MM/YYYY format
• Font: Clear, readable — typically 10–14pt for a 3.5×4.5cm photo
• Color: Black or dark text on a light/white background strip

Traditional vs Digital Method

Traditional method

Many candidates write their name with a pen on the back of the photo. For the front, they use a transparent label sticker or have a photo studio print it. This works but can look unprofessional.

Digital method (recommended)

Use our Name & Date on Photo tool to add text digitally before printing. This ensures:

• Clean, professional appearance
• Consistent font and size
• No risk of messy handwriting
• Can be re-done instantly if there's an error

How to Use the Tool

1. Upload your passport-size photo
2. Enter your name (in capitals) and the date
3. Choose font size, text color, and background
4. Select position (bottom is standard)
5. Click "Apply Text" and preview the result
6. Download the image and get it printed

Tips for Best Results

• Use white background with black text for the text strip — most official appearance
• Set background opacity to 80–100% so text is clearly readable
• Font size 14–18px for standard passport-size photos
• All processing is done in your browser — your photo is never uploaded to a server

Printing After Adding Text

After downloading the modified photo:

• Get it printed at a local photo studio or use a home printer
• Request matte finish for official documents
• Print on photo paper (not regular A4 paper)
• Standard size: 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm (passport size)