🇮🇳 India Passport Photo Size & Requirements (2026)
An India passport photo must be 35 × 45 mm (1.375 × 1.77 in) — 413 × 531 px at 300 DPI — with a head height of 25–35 mm (1–1.375 in) from chin to crown, on a white background, taken within the last 6 months.
India Passport Photo size in mm, inches and pixels
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm (1.375 × 1.77 in) · 3.5 × 4.5 cm · 小二寸 |
|---|---|
| Size in pixels | 413 × 531 px @ 300 DPI |
| Head height (chin to crown) | 25–35 mm (1–1.375 in) |
| Background | white (#FFFFFF) |
India Passport Photo requirements
- Taken within the last 6 months
- Neutral expression, mouth closed, both eyes open
- Face the camera directly, head not tilted
- No glasses
- No hats or head coverings, except for religious reasons with face fully visible
- Even lighting with no shadows on face or background
- Plain background with no patterns or objects
- No filters or retouching that changes your appearance
- Face fully visible from hairline to chin
How to take a India Passport Photo at home
- Stand about 1 m (3 ft) in front of a plain wall, facing a window or other even light source.
- Have someone take the photo from about 1.5 m (5 ft) away at eye level, showing your head and shoulders.
- Look straight at the camera with a neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open, no glasses or hat.
- Upload the photo — it is cropped to 35 × 45 mm (1.375 × 1.77 in) and the background is replaced with white.
- Review the compliance checks, then download the digital file or print the 4×6 in sheet at any photo shop.
FAQ
What size is an India passport photo?
An India passport photo is 35 × 45 mm (1.375 × 1.77 in), which is 3.5 × 4.5 cm.
What is the India passport photo size in pixels?
At 300 DPI the photo is 413 × 531 px.
What are the India passport photo requirements in 2026?
Taken within the last 6 months. Neutral expression, mouth closed, both eyes open. Face the camera directly, head not tilted. No glasses. No hats or head coverings, except for religious reasons with face fully visible. Even lighting with no shadows on face or background. Plain background with no patterns or objects. No filters or retouching that changes your appearance. Face fully visible from hairline to chin. The background must be white and the head must measure 25–35 mm (1–1.375 in).
What background color is required for an India passport photo?
The background must be white (#FFFFFF), plain, with no patterns or shadows.
Can I wear glasses in an India passport photo?
No. Most authorities no longer accept glasses in ID photos because of glare and frame shadows, except for documented medical reasons.
What should I wear for an India passport photo?
Wear everyday clothes in a color that contrasts with the white background (dark or colored tops work well). Avoid uniforms, hats and anything covering your face.
Can I take an India passport photo with my phone?
Yes. Have someone photograph you facing the camera in front of a plain wall in even light. The tool crops it to the official head size, replaces the background with white, and checks compliance.
How much does an India passport photo cost here?
It is free: upload a photo to generate and download the high-resolution digital photo and a 4×6 in print sheet, with no sign-up.
Official source
Passport Seva, Ministry of External Affairs — Rules change — always confirm with the official source before submitting.
Other passport and visa photo sizes
- 🇮🇳 India e-Visa Photo 51 × 51 mm (2 × 2 in)
- 🇨🇳 China Passport Photo 33 × 48 mm (1.3 × 1.875 in)
- 🇨🇳 China Visa Photo 33 × 48 mm (1.3 × 1.875 in)
- 🇺🇸 US Passport Photo 2 × 2 in (51 × 51 mm)
- 🇺🇸 US Visa Photo 2 × 2 in (51 × 51 mm)
- 🇮🇩 Indonesia Passport Photo 40 × 60 mm (1.57 × 2.375 in)
- 🇵🇰 Pakistan Passport Photo 35 × 45 mm (1.375 × 1.77 in)