Make a Passport Seva–ready photo at home
Applying for a new Indian passport or renewing an old one? You need two things from your photo: a 35×45 mm print copy and a 630×810 pixel JPEG for the Passport Seva online portal. Studios charge ₹150–300 for this — but a clear selfie in daylight is often enough.
BharatEdit crops your face to ICAO guidelines, removes the background, and exports the exact digital and print sizes Passport Seva expects. Everything runs in your browser, so your photo never leaves your phone or laptop.
Indian passport photo requirements (2025)
- Digital upload: 630×810 pixels, JPEG, typically 10–250 KB
- Print size: 35 mm wide × 45 mm tall (passport size)
- Plain white or off-white background
- Face centred, eyes open, neutral expression, no sunglasses or headwear (unless religious)
- Recent photo — usually taken within the last 6 months
How to create your passport photo
- Stand near a window with even light on your face. Avoid harsh shadows.
- Upload your selfie to BharatEdit and wait for background removal.
- Use auto-align to position your face, then download the digital JPEG.
- Need prints? Use our Print Sheet tool to fit multiple copies on a 4×6 photo sheet.
Tips for a smooth Passport Seva upload
- Wear a dark or solid-colour top — it contrasts well against a white background.
- If the portal rejects the file size, try the digital export again — we compress within the allowed range.
- For infants, lay the baby on a white sheet and photograph from above.
Frequently asked questions
What is the passport photo size for Passport Seva?
Passport Seva accepts a digital JPEG of 630×810 pixels. For printing, the standard Indian passport size is 35×45 mm.
Can I use a mobile selfie for my passport application?
Yes. A clear front-facing selfie in good lighting works well. BharatEdit handles cropping, background, and sizing automatically.
Does BharatEdit upload my passport photo to a server?
No. Your photo is processed entirely on your device. We never receive or store your image.
What background colour is required for an Indian passport photo?
A plain white or light-coloured background is standard. BharatEdit sets white by default.