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India Passport Photo Size and Requirements
4.5×3.5 cm paper, or 2×2 in at some embassies
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What size is a India passport photo?
Official rule: In India, non-PSK paper: 4.5 cm long × 3.5 cm wide. PSK/POPSK: no pasted photo. Some embassies: 2×2 in (51×51 mm). Fogkits currently exports 51×51 mm (600×600px JPEG at 300 DPI) and the processor targets a head height of 50–69% of the frame. Those are not the same number when the gap column says they differ.
The issuing authority may apply different file or submission rules for online and paper applications. Use the official source at the end of this page as the final check.
Indian passport photo size depends on the channel. Passport Seva does not require a pasted photograph at a PSK or POPSK. Other collection centres use one colour photo, 4.5 cm long by 3.5 cm wide, on plain white, with dark clothing. Embassy pages checked on 22 September 2026, including the Netherlands and Argentina, still ask for 2×2 inches (51×51 mm), with the face about 70–80% of the frame. Fogkits’ preset exports 51×51 mm at a 50–69% head target, so it matches the embassy print size only.
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A larger visual example beside the requirements, separate from the upload samples.
Checked 2026-09-22
Official size versus the current Fogkits preset
The official column is the issuing authority’s rule for that channel. The Fogkits column is only what this site exports today. Where they differ, do not treat the download as the official file.
| Country | Official size | Head | Background | Fogkits export now | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm) | 1–1 3/8 inches (25–35 mm), chin to crown | White or off-white | 51×51 mm, 600×600 px, plain white, 300 DPI | Printed size matches the current preset. The photo still must not be altered with software, filters or AI. |
| United Kingdom | Printed: 45 mm high × 35 mm wide. Digital: at least 600×750 px, 50KB–10MB | Printed: 29–34 mm from chin to crown | Printed: plain cream or light grey. Digital: plain light-coloured | 35×45 mm, 413×531 px, light grey or cream, 300 DPI; processor head target 50–69% | 413×531 px matches the printed millimetres at 300 DPI, but it is below the digital minimum. The 50–69% head target is not the printed 29–34 mm. |
| India | In India, non-PSK paper: 4.5 cm long × 3.5 cm wide. PSK/POPSK: no pasted photo. Some embassies: 2×2 in (51×51 mm) | Embassy pages: face about 70–80%. Booklet: centred full face, both ears visible | Booklet paper photo: plain white, dark clothing. Embassy 2×2: white or off-white | 51×51 mm, 600×600 px, plain white, 300 DPI; head target 50–69% | The square matches checked embassy 2×2 pages, not the booklet’s 4.5×3.5 cm paper photo. 50–69% is below the embassy 70–80% face proportion. |
Checked on 22 September 2026: the Passport Seva booklet, the Embassy of India in the Netherlands, and the Embassy of India in Argentina. The old OCI photo-spec PDF on passport.gov.in returns 404, so it is not used as a source. Online-upload pixel sizes such as 630×810 are not in these three sources, so this page does not treat them as official.
- Source: Passport Seva application form instruction booklet (V3.0). Checked 2026-09-22.
- Source: Embassy of India, the Netherlands: photo specifications. Checked 2026-09-22.
- Source: Embassy of India, Argentina: photo guidelines. Checked 2026-09-22.
How it works
Make a India passport photo in three steps
1. Choose a clear photo
Use a sharp, front-facing image with your full head visible. Even lighting helps prevent face and background shadows.
2. Let Fogkits prepare it
Fogkits detects your face, checks the pose, removes the original background and crops to the 51×51 mm preset.
3. Check before you submit
Review the free watermarked preview and compare the result with the latest issuing-authority guidance before downloading.
Before you upload
Start with a photo Fogkits can process
A good source image makes the automated crop more reliable and reduces the chance that you need to retake the photo.
Face the camera
Keep both eyes visible and look straight ahead. Avoid turning or tilting your head.
Use even light
Light your face from the front and check for hard shadows across your face or the wall.
Leave room to crop
Include your full head and shoulders. Do not submit an image that is already cropped too tightly.
Upload a sharp original
Use a clear JPG, PNG or WebP. Avoid screenshots, beauty filters and heavily compressed copies.
Photo size and output preset
These values drive Fogkits' current crop and export. They are not a second copy of the official rules when the comparison table shows a gap.
- Photo dimensions: 51×51 mm
- Fogkits export preset: 600×600px at 300 DPI
- Background: plain white
- Head height: 50–69% of the photo
- Fogkits output format: JPEG
Common rejection reasons
If the preview flags a problem, retake the source photo instead of trying to hide it with heavy edits.
Coloured or patterned backgroundRetake the source image after correcting this issue, then run the check again.
Face not centredRetake the source image after correcting this issue, then run the check again.
Low resolution or blurryRetake the source image after correcting this issue, then run the check again.
Shadows on backgroundRetake the source image after correcting this issue, then run the check again.
What Fogkits does
Automated preparation with a result you can review
Checks the source photo
Fogkits looks for a visible face, a front-facing pose, a reasonably level head and enough subject size to create the crop.
Removes and replaces the background
The processing pipeline separates the subject and composes the photo on the plain white background used by this preset.
Crops to the selected preset
The result is aligned and exported as a 600×600px JPEG. Review the preview before downloading.
Real processing examples
From a regular portrait to a passport-size photo
This example was processed with the same India preset used by the tool on this page. Fogkits finds the face, removes the background and creates a centered 600×600 output. You still review expression and country-specific rules before submitting.
India preset example, not the booklet size
Fogkits checks passedThis example is the current 600×600 preset. It matches checked embassy 2×2 pages, not the booklet’s 4.5 cm by 3.5 cm paper photo, and its head target is 50–69% rather than 70–80%.
Pose checklist
Front-facing pose and even light make the preview easier to judge.
Preset preview
51x51 mm output with the configured plain white background.
Know the limits
What the automated check cannot decide
Fogkits checks measurable image features and prepares the selected crop. It cannot review your identity documents, application details or every rule used by an issuing officer.
- Acceptance is decided by the issuing authority, not by Fogkits.
- Automated background replacement cannot repair blur, closed eyes or strong shadows on the face.
- Online portals may impose file-size or upload rules beyond the dimensions shown here.
- Requirements can change, so the official country guidance remains the final source.
Frequently asked questions
What size is an Indian passport photo?
It depends where you apply. For paper forms at a DPC, SPC or CSC, the Passport Seva booklet says 4.5 cm long by 3.5 cm wide. PSK and POPSK do not require a pasted photograph. The Embassy of India in the Netherlands asks for 2×2 inches (51×51 mm), and the Embassy in Argentina also says 2×2 inches. Fogkits currently exports 51×51 mm.
Is a white background required?
The booklet’s paper photo uses a plain white background and dark clothing. The Netherlands embassy page says plain white or off-white for its 2×2 photo. Follow the office that will receive the application.
Can I wear a uniform?
Not for the booklet’s paper photo: it says a photograph in uniform will not be accepted. Embassy checklists can add their own clothing rules.
Is an Indian passport photo 2×2 inches?
Sometimes. Checked embassy pages use 2×2 inches, with the face about 70–80% of the photo. The Passport Seva booklet’s non-PSK paper photo is 4.5 cm long by 3.5 cm wide, not 2×2. Fogkits exports the square, but its 50–69% head target is not the 70–80% embassy proportion.
How do I make a India passport photo with Fogkits?
Upload a clear, front-facing JPG, PNG or WebP image. Fogkits checks the pose, removes the background and crops the result to its 51×51 mm India preset.
Is the India passport photo preview free?
Yes. The watermarked preview is free. Optional HD JPEG download uses 1 credit.
What should I do if Fogkits rejects my source photo?
Follow the issue shown in the result and take a new photo. Face the camera directly, keep your head level, move closer if your face is too small and use even lighting.
Does Fogkits guarantee that my passport photo will be accepted?
No. Fogkits checks the face, pose and crop, but it does not automatically judge expression rules. The issuing authority makes the final decision, so compare the preview with the latest official guidance before submitting it.
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Source: Passport Seva application form instruction booklet (V3.0). Last checked 2026-09-22. Requirements can change and may differ between online and paper applications.
Fogkits helps prepare your image but is not affiliated with the issuing authority and cannot guarantee acceptance.