SqueezePDFCompress PDF for a CAT applicationfree & private
CAT registration for the IIMs asks MBA aspirants to upload a scanned photograph, signature and, where applicable, category or PwD certificates, each within a fixed size limit. This tool brings an oversized scan under that limit without leaving your browser. Your files are processed on your own device and are never sent to a server.
Drop PDF files here
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100% private — files never leave your device
Hitting the CAT upload limit
Pick your document and choose a target size; the compressor tries several quality levels and keeps the sharpest one that stays under it. It opens on the Balanced quality preset (72 DPI), so switch to Target size and pick the exact size the CAT registration page specifies for each file. It runs completely in the browser, keeping your certificates private.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I compress a PDF for CAT registration?+
Load the file here, set a target size to match the CAT upload field, and download the reduced PDF. There is nothing to install and no file is uploaded.
What size should CAT documents be?+
CAT forms usually cap each scanned upload at a small size, but the figures differ by document and can change each cycle. Always match the exact limit shown on your CAT registration page.
Is it private to compress my CAT documents here?+
Yes. Compression runs in your browser via . Your photo, signature and certificates are never uploaded and never leave your device.
Will my photo and signature remain clear for CAT?+
Text and vectors stay sharp, and only embedded images are downsampled to meet the target. Scanned photos and signatures generally stay clearly readable.
Does the CAT PDF compressor cost anything?+
No. It is completely free with no account, no watermark and no file limits, and it keeps working offline once loaded.