India passport (applied in India) photo: size and rules
The printed India passport (applied in India) photo is 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in).
Photo specification
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in) |
|---|---|
| Photos required | 1 |
| Paper | good quality photo paper, continuous-tone print |
Figures from the source. Last checked 28 Sep 2026. Rules change. Check the issuing authority’s current instructions before you apply.
Background and editing
The source asks for a white background. The source does not say whether the background may be edited.
Rules from the source
- Printed photo is only for DPC, speed-post or CSC submissions; not needed at a PSK or POPSK.
- Printed photo size: 4.5 cm high by 3.5 cm wide, colour, one photo.
- Computer prints are not accepted; use a photo-paper print.
- Both ears and full face visible, natural expression, eyes open.
- Head coverings only for religious reasons, with the face clearly visible.
- Children under 4: colour photo 45 mm by 35 mm, face 80 to 85 percent, white background.
Can you make it at home?
No. No photo is needed at a Passport Seva Kendra or Post Office PSK; the photo is taken there. Only District Passport Cell, speed-post or citizen-service-centre submissions take a printed photo.
Where to go instead
Ask the issuing office which photographers or booths it takes. PortraitPass does not make this photo, because a print or file made at home would be turned away. Take the numbers above with you, and check the photo you get back against them.
Documents from India you can prepare yourself
- India passport and consular services (applied abroad)51 × 51 mm
- India OCI card (online upload)200 to 900 px per side, square, up to 200 KB
- India e-Visa (online upload)square (1:1), 10 to 1,024 KB
- India regular visa (online upload)350 to 1000 px per side, square, 10 to 300 KB
Sources
- Passport application form instruction booklet (Passport Seva)Issuing authority. Checked 28 Sep 2026.
- Guidelines for capturing photographs for minors below 4 years (Passport Seva)Issuing authority. Checked 28 Sep 2026.
Found a wrong or outdated number? Open an issue with the source link.
Common questions
What size is a India passport (applied in India) photo?
The printed photo is 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in).
Can I take a India passport (applied in India) photo at home?
No. The photo has to be made by the issuing authority or a provider it names.
What background does a India passport (applied in India) photo need?
The source asks for a white background.
What are the main rules for a India passport (applied in India) photo?
Printed photo is only for DPC, speed-post or CSC submissions; not needed at a PSK or POPSK. Printed photo size: 4.5 cm high by 3.5 cm wide, colour, one photo. Computer prints are not accepted; use a photo-paper print.
Where do the India passport (applied in India) numbers come from?
From the issuing authority’s own pages: Passport application form instruction booklet (Passport Seva) and Guidelines for capturing photographs for minors below 4 years (Passport Seva). Last checked 28 Sep 2026.
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More from India
- India passport and consular services (applied abroad)51 × 51 mm
- India OCI card (online upload)200 to 900 px per side, square, up to 200 KB
- India e-Visa (online upload)square (1:1), 10 to 1,024 KB
- India regular visa (online upload)350 to 1000 px per side, square, 10 to 300 KB
- SSC exam application (CGL, CHSL)no photo to prepareNot at home
- UPSC exam application (photo upload)20 to 200 KB
- NEET (UG) application photo10 to 200 KB
- JEE (Main) application photo10 to 200 KB
Other documents with a 35 × 45 mm print
- Pakistan passport online renewal (overseas)35 × 45 mm; original file; up to 5,000 KB
- Pakistan online visa (photo upload)35 × 45 mm; width to height ratio 0.78, up to 350 KB
- UK passport (printed)35 × 45 mm
- Schengen visa35 × 45 mm
- Irish passport (printed)35 × 45 mm
- French passport35 × 45 mmNot at home