Passport Seva's current guidance specifies a 35 × 45 mm color photograph with the face covering 80–85% of the frame and a plain white background.
Source checked August 25, 2026| Physical size | 35 × 45 mm · 1.38 × 1.77 in |
|---|---|
| Pixels at 300 dpi | 413 × 531 px |
| Pixels at 600 dpi | 827 × 1063 px |
| Head size | Face should cover 80–85% of the photograph |
| Background | Plain white |
| Expression | Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open |
| Glasses | Avoid glare; eyes must be fully visible |
| Smile | Do not smile; use a neutral expression |
| File / print format | Recent color photograph; follow Passport Seva instructions for your application route |
Small framing and lighting mistakes can decide whether a photo is accepted.
Check the issuing authority before filing. Rules can change and local application routes may add requirements.
Current Passport Seva photograph guidance specifies 35 × 45 mm. Follow the instruction shown for your application route rather than older third-party templates.
The face should cover about 80–85% of the photograph while the full head remains visible.
You can prepare a compliant image on a phone, but it must meet the official size, lighting, background and face-position rules.
Open Foto3x4, choose the India preset and export at 35 × 45 mm.