Complete Indian passport photo requirements for the Passport Seva portal — dimensions (35×45 mm, which is 3.5×4.5 cm), file size (20–200 KB), format, and background rules. Whether you need the passport photo size in cm for India or the exact pixel dimensions (413×531 px), this guide covers the 2026 Passport Seva portal requirements.
| Print size | 35×45 mm (width × height) |
| Digital dimensions | 413×531 px (at 300 DPI) |
| File size | 20 KB minimum — 200 KB maximum |
| Format | JPEG / JPG only |
| Background | Plain white — no patterns, no grey |
| Glasses | Not permitted (since 2020 update) |
| Head coverage | 70–80% of the frame |
| Photo age | Taken within 6 months |
| Apply at | passportindia.gov.in (Passport Seva) |
The Indian passport photo must be 35×45 mm in print size. When uploading to the Passport Seva portal, the digital file should be approximately 413×531 pixels (at 300 DPI) and between 20 KB and 200 KB. The portal accepts JPEG files only.
No. Since 2020, glasses are not permitted in Indian passport photos. This applies to prescription glasses, reading glasses, and sunglasses. Contact lenses are permitted as they are not visible in the photo.
Plain white background. No grey, off-white, cream, or any other colour. No patterns, textures, or shadows. A plain white wall in natural daylight works well. PhotoFit can also change a light-coloured background to white using the Background tool.
Yes. Take the photo against a plain white wall in natural daylight (avoid direct sunlight which creates harsh shadows). Ensure the face is centred and clearly visible. Then use PhotoFit to crop to 35×45 mm proportions, resize to 413×531 px, and compress to under 200 KB.
For online applications (e-Passport Seva), you upload a digital photo during the application and then bring 2 printed photos when you visit the PSK (Passport Seva Kendra) for verification. Keep 4–6 printed copies ready in case of re-verification.