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Upload any smartphone snapshot. Our AI instantly aligns your face to 50.8 x 50.8 mm (51 x 51 mm), removes shadows, and provides a 300 DPI 4x6 print template.
Official Technical Specifications
Accepted by Passport Seva Kendra (PSK), VFS Indian Consular Services, OCI Portal.
| Specification Parameter | Official Requirement |
|---|---|
| Physical Dimensions (mm) | 50.8 x 50.8 mm (51 x 51 mm) |
| Physical Dimensions (Inches) | 2.0 x 2.0 inches (Square 1:1) |
| Digital Pixel Resolution | 600 x 600 px (Min) / 1200 x 1200 px (@ 600 DPI) |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:1 (Square) |
| Chin-to-Crown Ratio (Head Size) | 35 mm to 40 mm (68% – 80% of frame height) |
| Eye Level Position | Centered horizontally with direct lens gaze |
| Permitted Background Color | Solid Pure White (No off-white, cream, or grey) (#FFFFFF) |
| Digital File Size Limits | 10 KB to 300 KB (Online Portal) / 4x6 6-photo print sheet |
Common India Rejection Traps
Off-White or Yellowish Backgrounds
Indian Passport Seva and VFS strictly require 100% solid pure white (#FFFFFF). Off-white, yellowish tints, or textured walls are rejected immediately.
Face Sizing Smaller than 35 mm
Indian guidelines demand a large face zoom: 35 mm to 40 mm chin-to-crown ratio (approx 75% of height).
Wearing White Shirts
Wearing a white shirt against a white background causes your collar and shoulders to disappear, making edge detection impossible.
Red Eye or Direct Camera Reflections
Red-eye effect or reflection of room lights inside the pupils is strictly prohibited.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the photo size for an Indian OCI card application?
The photo size for Indian OCI (Overseas Citizenship of India) applications is 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm) with a solid white background and head size between 35 mm and 40 mm.
What is the difference between Indian passport and visa photo size?
Both Indian Passports and OCI cards require 2x2 inch (51x51 mm) square photos. However, regular Indian e-Visas require a square JPEG upload between 10 KB and 1 MB.
Can I take an OCI photo with my mobile phone?
Yes. Capture a clear front portrait in good lighting and upload to PassPhotoMaker. Our AI tool formats the exact 51x51mm dimensions and provides a 4x6 inch printable sheet.
Is signature upload required for Indian passport and OCI?
For online portal submission, a signature crop (aspect ratio 1:3) is required alongside the 2x2 inch portrait photo.