Tool 03 — Compress

Compress PDF for IRCTC

Reduce your PDF to 1MB for IRCTC and Indian Railways portals — 100% browser-based, zero uploads.

? Note: Compression works by re-rendering each page as a JPEG image. This reduces file size significantly but has two trade-offs: text becomes non-searchable (it's embedded as an image), and very fine text may lose sharpness on aggressive settings. Use High Quality if the PDF contains text you need to copy or search. Best for scanned documents, image-heavy PDFs, or archiving.
Step 1 — Upload PDF
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Drop PDF here or click to browse
One file at a time
ℹ️ Very large PDFs (100MB+) may be slow — processing happens in your browser RAM
Step 2 — Quality Level
Screen
Smallest size
72 DPI equiv.
WhatsApp • Govt Portals
eBook ✓
Balanced
150 DPI equiv.
Gmail • Email
Printer
Good quality
300 DPI equiv.
Print • Archive
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How to Compress PDF for IRCTC Portal Upload

IRCTC and Indian Railways portals require documents under 1MB for uploads — including ID proofs, concession certificates, and medical documents. LovelyPDF compresses your PDF in your browser with zero server uploads. Your identity documents never leave your device. Select Screen or eBook preset and download your compressed file instantly.

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Upload your PDF by clicking or dragging it into the tool
  2. The Govt Portal preset is automatically selected — maximum compression
  3. Click CompressIRCTC and download your reduced file

Common Use Cases

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IRCTC file size limit for documents?

IRCTC typically requires documents under 1MB. For concession applications, ID proofs must usually be under 500KB. Use the Screen preset for maximum compression.

Which preset should I use for IRCTC?

Use Screen (72 DPI) for maximum compression. Most ID documents and certificates remain clearly readable at this setting, well under the 1MB IRCTC limit.

Is this tool safe for government ID documents?

Yes. LovelyPDF runs entirely in your browser — no file is transmitted to any server. Your documents are processed locally on your device.

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