Indian Passport (Passport Seva) Photo — Online, Approved First Time
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Indian Passport (Passport Seva) photo requirements
| Print size | 35 × 45 mm at 300 DPI |
| Digital size | 35×45mm @ 300 DPI |
| Head height | 80–85% of photo height |
| Background | white |
- 35×45mm / 630×810px digital, white background, face 80–85% of photo — confirmed as India's unified standard (post-2025 ICAO alignment), used both domestically and by embassies/OCI abroad
- Photo isn't required at all for in-person Passport Seva Kendra applications — it's captured live on-site; this spec applies to online/paper submissions
- Photo must be recent and in colour, both eyes open, neutral expression
Requirements verified against the official authority: www.passportindia.gov.in
Indian Passport (Passport Seva) photo — frequently asked questions
What size does a indian passport (passport seva) photo need to be?
35×45mm at 300 DPI, or 35×45mm @ 300 DPI if submitting digitally.
What background do I need for a India indian passport (passport seva)?
The background must be white, plain, and evenly lit with no shadows or patterns.
How much of the photo should my head take up?
Your head (chin to crown) should fill 80–85% of the photo's height.
What else rejects a indian passport (passport seva) photo?
35×45mm / 630×810px digital, white background, face 80–85% of photo — confirmed as India's unified standard (post-2025 ICAO alignment), used both domestically and by embassies/OCI abroad Photo isn't required at all for in-person Passport Seva Kendra applications — it's captured live on-site; this spec applies to online/paper submissions Photo must be recent and in colour, both eyes open, neutral expression
Can I use a selfie or a photo from my phone?
Yes — take the photo against a plain wall in good, even light, then upload it. Our AI detects your face and crops it to the exact India spec automatically; nothing is uploaded to a server.
How much does a indian passport (passport seva) photo cost?
$14.99, one-time, for the compliant digital file and a print-ready version. No subscription.