Overview
Exam and admission portals often require photographs, signatures, certificates, marksheets, identity documents, and category documents in specific formats and sizes. Preparing them early helps avoid last-minute upload errors.
Why this matters
A missing page, wrong document order, or incorrect file size can cause avoidable delays during an important application.
Create a document checklist
Write down every required document from the official notification. Include the required format, size limit, and whether each item must be uploaded separately or combined into one PDF.
Do not upload a document merely because it appears similar. Match the document name and requirement stated by the official portal.
Prepare readable scans
Use clear scans with visible edges and no shadows. Ensure names, roll numbers, dates, stamps, and signatures are readable.
For multi-page documents, check the page order before merging. Put documents in the same order as the checklist or portal instructions.
Test every file before submission
Open each PDF after creating it. Check its name, file size, page count, and readability.
If the portal allows previewing the uploaded file, use the preview before final submission.
How to do it with PDFClan
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Make a checklist from the official instructions.
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Scan every required document clearly.
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Merge pages only where one combined PDF is requested.
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Check each file's format and size.
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Upload and preview every document before final submission.
Useful tips
- Keep originals ready for future verification.
- Do not use edited or altered official documents.
- Name files clearly according to their purpose.
- Avoid submitting documents from an unstable internet connection near a deadline.
Important note
Always review downloaded documents before submitting, printing, signing, or sharing important files. Complex formatting, scanned pages, images, fonts, or document protection can affect processing results.