Passport photo requirements
Indiapassport photo size & requirements
The official India passport photo size is 51×51mm (2.01 × 2.01 in).
- Width
- 51 mm
- Height
- 51 mm
- Resolution
- 300 DPI minimum
- ◻Background: Plain white
- ◻Face height: 70–80% of photo height
- ◻Expression: Neutral, mouth closed
- ◻Glasses: Not permitted
- ◻Recency: Within 6 months
- ℹWhite background strictly required. Face must be centred in the frame.
Common questions about India passport photos
What is the India passport photo size?
The official India passport photo size is 51×51mm (2.01 × 2.01 inches). The background must be plain white. White background strictly required. Face must be centred in the frame.
What background colour is required?
India passport photos require a plain white background. The background must be evenly lit — no shadows, patterns, or gradients. A plain wall or door lit by a nearby window is usually ideal.
Can I make a India passport photo at home?
Yes. Stand against a plain light-coloured wall, face a window for even lighting, look straight at the camera lens with a neutral expression, and ensure no shadows fall on your face. Upload the result to MePhoto — we crop and resize to the exact 51×51mm specification and generate a print-ready A4 PDF.
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