India · Passport
India Passport 51×51mm
Create an official-compliant India Passport (51×51mm) online. White, blue or red background, print-ready output.
Specifications
- Width: 51mm
- Height: 51mm
- DPI: 300
- Background: White or light-coloured
Official source: Ministry of External Affairs, India · always check the latest official requirements
No credit card needed · Download the HD photo right after processing
Photos are used only to generate your ID photo, then deleted within 24 hours.
Official requirements
- The photo must be exactly 51×51 mm (at 300 DPI).
- The head — chin to the top of the hair — must take up 49–69% of the photo height.
- Leave 6.0–12.0% of empty space above the head.
- Background: White or light-coloured.
Common reasons these photos get rejected
- The head is too large or too small relative to the frame.
- The background colour does not match the requirement, or shadows/patterns are visible.
- The photo is a scan or a photo of a printed photo rather than an original shot.
Photo requirements
- Face the camera straight on; keep your head level
- Keep your eyebrows and ears visible — don't let hair cover them
- No sunglasses, tinted lenses or hats; glasses are best removed
- Use a plain, light background if possible
- Even lighting — avoid harsh shadows and flash glare
- Upload the original photo; don't photograph a printed photo
FAQ
What size is this photo?
It is 51×51 mm, saved at 300 DPI so it can be printed without resizing.
Can I get this photo with a different background?
This document requires White or light-coloured. You can also download a transparent PNG and composite any background yourself.
Does it cost anything?
It is free — the first photo is free and no account is required to download.
What files do I get?
A 300 DPI print-ready JPEG, a transparent PNG, and print sheets (4×6 in and A4).