Passport Photo Size and KB Requirements in India

The Ministry of External Affairs specifies precise requirements for passport photographs used in Indian passport applications. These specifications apply to both online and offline applications. Dimensions: 2 inches × 2 inches (51mm × 51mm) Digital specifications: 600 × 600 pixels recommended for online upload File format: JPEG/JPG only File size: 10KB to 300KB (online portal), 50-100KB recommended Background: Plain white or off-white Face coverage: 70-80% of the photo frame These specifications are enforced by the Passport Seva portal during online applications. Incorrect photos are the #1 reason for application delays.

Face and Expression: • Face must be centrally positioned • Both eyes must be open and clearly visible • Neutral expression with closed mouth • Face must cover 70-80% of the photo • No tilting of head Attire and Accessories: • No sunglasses or tinted glasses • Clear/prescription glasses acceptable if no glare • Religious headwear acceptable if it doesn't cover the face • Avoid white clothing (blends with background) Background and Lighting: • Plain white or very light background • No shadows on face or background • Even, natural lighting preferred • No flash reflections in eyes Photo Quality: • High resolution (at least 300 DPI for prints) • Sharp focus, no blur • Natural skin tones • Recent photo (taken within last 6 months)

You don't need to visit a photo studio. Follow these steps to take a passport photo at home: 1. Find a plain white wall or hang a white sheet 2. Stand 1-2 feet in front of the background 3. Position your phone or camera at eye level, about 4 feet away 4. Ensure natural or bright artificial lighting from the front 5. Avoid shadows by positioning lights on both sides 6. Take the photo with a neutral expression 7. Ensure the photo is sharp and well-focused 8. Crop to 2×2 inches using FreedocPix Crop & Resize tool 9. Resize to meet KB requirements using our passport photo tool

Online Application (Passport Seva Portal): • File format: JPG only • File size: 10KB to 300KB • Recommended: 600×600 pixels • Upload during form filling Offline Application (Passport Seva Kendra): • Print size: 2" × 2" (51mm × 51mm) • Matte or glossy finish acceptable • 2 copies required • Must match the person appearing for appointment For both: Photos must be recent (within 6 months) and match the applicant's current appearance.

Using FreedocPix Passport Photo Tool: 1. Visit freedocpix.com/resize-photo-for-passport-india 2. Upload your photo 3. The tool automatically resizes to 600×600 pixels 4. Compresses to under 50KB (well within the 10-300KB range) 5. Downloads as JPG format The output is ready for upload to the Passport Seva portal without any further adjustments. The tool uses smart compression to maintain face clarity while meeting size requirements. If you need the photo for other purposes too (like Aadhaar or PAN), the same resized photo works for most Indian government forms.

Special requirements for children under 5: • White background required • Child must face the camera directly • Both eyes must be open • Mouth should be closed (pacifiers not allowed) • For infants: photo can be taken while lying on a white sheet • Adult hands should not be visible in the photo • Glasses should not be worn Tips for infant passport photos: • Take the photo when the baby is well-rested and calm • Use a white sheet or blanket as background • Have one parent hold the baby while another takes the photo • Crop out adult hands using our Crop & Resize tool • Take multiple photos and choose the best one