PDF Compressor Online
Reduce your PDF file size instantly — perfect for TNPSC, TNUSRB, TNEA, TRB, and bank exam portal uploads. Choose your target size and compress in seconds, entirely inside your browser.
Drop your PDF here
or click to browse — Max 50 MB
🔒 100% Private — your PDF is processed entirely in your browser. Nothing is uploaded to any server.
How to Compress Your PDF
Upload Your PDF
Drag and drop your PDF file or click to browse. Any PDF up to 50 MB is accepted — hall tickets, mark sheets, NOCs, application forms, and more.
Choose Output File Size
Select your target size — from under 100 KB (for strict portals) to under 2 MB (for high-quality documents). Each preset is calibrated for common Tamil Nadu portal limits.
Compress & Download
Click 'Compress PDF Now'. The tool processes your file entirely inside your browser and gives you a ready-to-upload compressed PDF in seconds.
Pro Tips for PDF Compression
PDF Size Limits by Exam Portal
Reference guide for common Tamil Nadu and central government exam portals. Always check the official notification for the exact limit.
| Exam / Portal | Typical PDF Limit | Recommended Preset |
|---|---|---|
| TNPSC Group 1/2/4 | 200–500 KB | Small / Medium |
| TNUSRB Police | 300 KB | Medium |
| TNEA Counseling | 1 MB | High Quality |
| TRB Teachers | 500 KB | Medium / Large |
| IBPS / SBI Bank | 500 KB | Medium / Large |
| SSC CGL / CHSL | 500 KB | Medium / Large |
| TANCET | 300 KB | Medium |
| MRB / TANGEDCO | 300–500 KB | Medium / Large |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum PDF upload size?
You can upload PDFs up to 50 MB. For best results, use PDFs under 20 MB.
Which output size should I choose for TNPSC portal?
Most TNPSC and TNUSRB portals accept PDFs under 300 KB for document uploads. Choose 'Medium – under 300 KB' for hall ticket or form uploads.
Will compression reduce text quality in my PDF?
The tool re-renders each page as a high-resolution canvas image and then packages it into a new PDF. Text may appear slightly softer at very high compression, but it will remain readable in all standard presets.
Is my PDF uploaded to your server?
No. The entire compression process happens inside your browser using JavaScript. Your file is never sent to any server. This makes it ideal for sensitive documents like hall tickets, mark sheets, and government certificates.
What file types are supported?
Only PDF (.pdf) files are supported. For compressing photos or images, use our dedicated Photo Compressor or Image Resizer tools.
Why is the output size larger than expected?
If your PDF already contains highly compressed images or only vector text, there may be little room to reduce further. In such cases, choose the 'High Quality' or 'Maximum' preset and the output will still be a clean, optimized PDF.
Can I compress multi-page PDFs?
Yes. The compressor processes every page individually and merges them into a single output PDF. Multi-page hall tickets, mark sheets, and NOC documents are fully supported.
What portal size limits do Tamil Nadu exams use?
TNPSC and TNUSRB typically allow PDFs under 200–500 KB for document uploads. TNEA counseling portals often allow up to 1 MB. Bank exam portals (IBPS, SBI) typically accept PDFs up to 500 KB. Always check the official notification for the exact limit.
Why PDF Size Matters for Tamil Nadu Exam Portals
Tamil Nadu government exam portals — including the TNPSC OTR portal, TNUSRB recruitment site, TNEA counseling platform, and TRB teacher registration — enforce strict file size limits for PDF uploads. These limits exist because the portals run on shared government servers with limited bandwidth. When your PDF exceeds the allowed size, you either get a vague "Upload failed" error or the file silently fails to attach, which can result in an incomplete application.
Our PDF compressor solves this by re-rendering each page of your PDF at the optimal JPEG quality for your chosen target size, then packaging them into a new, clean PDF. Unlike most online tools that upload your documents to external servers in other countries, our tool processes everything locally inside your browser — your mark sheets, hall tickets, income certificates, and community certificates never leave your device.
Whether you need to compress a TNPSC application form, an income certificate PDF, an NOC, a mark sheet bundle, or a scanned hall ticket, this tool handles it — completely free, with no login, no ads interrupting the process, and no data stored.