For Aadhaar enrolment and online updates via myAadhaar portal (UIDAI), your photo must be JPEG format, under 200 KB, with a white or light plain background. UIDAI does not specify exact pixel dimensions but recommends a clear, recent passport-style photo. Use PhotoFit to prepare your Aadhaar update photo for free — no upload, instant, works on mobile.
| Format | JPEG / JPG |
| File size | Under 200 KB (UIDAI portal) |
| Background | White or light plain background |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open |
| Glasses | Not preferred (UIDAI recommends no glasses) |
| Head cover | Not allowed (except for religious reasons) |
| Managed by | UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India) |
For Aadhaar enrolment or update at an enrolment centre, the operator captures the photo directly using a webcam — you do not upload a file. For online updates via myAadhaar portal (myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in), the system may ask you to upload a JPEG photo under 200 KB with a white or light background.
Yes. Visit myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in, log in with your Aadhaar number and OTP, and go to Update Demographics. You can update your photo online by uploading a JPEG under 200 KB. Alternatively, visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra — the operator will capture your photo there with no file upload needed.
You can update your Aadhaar photo at any UIDAI enrolment centre or Aadhaar Seva Kendra. There is a nominal fee (around Rs. 100). The updated photo appears on your Aadhaar card within 30–90 days. You can also download the updated e-Aadhaar PDF from the UIDAI website once the update is processed.
UIDAI does not specify a strict pixel dimension for online uploads, but a standard passport-size photo (3.5×4.5 cm, approximately 413×531 px at 300 DPI) works perfectly. The photo should clearly show your face, with white or light background. Use PhotoFit to resize to passport size and compress to under 200 KB.