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How to Make an India Passport Photo at Home (2026)

A studio photo isn’t required. With your phone, a plain white wall and a free tool, you can make a compliant 2×2 inch (51×51 mm) Indian passport photo and print it at home.

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India passport photo requirements at a glance

RuleRequirement
Size2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm), square
Face coverageFace centred, roughly 70–80% of the frame
BackgroundPlain white
ExpressionNeutral, mouth closed, both eyes open
ColourColour photo, front view, full face
Taken withinRecent (a current likeness)

Tip: the physical Passport Seva application typically uses a 2×2 in colour photo on white. Some services (e.g. certain visa or OCI forms) ask for slightly different specs — always confirm the exact requirement on the official portal before submitting. This guide is general help only.

Step by step: take the photo

  1. Find a plain white wall and stand about half a metre in front of it so no shadow falls behind your head.
  2. Face a window for soft, even daylight. Avoid a single harsh overhead bulb — it casts shadows.
  3. Have someone take the shot from about 1.2 m, at eye level, phone upright, you looking straight at the lens.
  4. Neutral face — mouth closed, eyes open, no smiling, hair away from the eyes.
  5. Take several and keep the sharpest, most evenly lit one.

Step by step: crop and print

  1. Open the Passport Photo Maker and search “India” or choose the 2×2 in size.
  2. Upload your photo and drag/zoom so your face is centred and fills most of the square.
  3. Download the single photo, or the 4×6″ sheet to print multiple copies on one print.
  4. Print on 4×6 photo paper at home or a shop, then cut out each 2×2 in photo.
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Common reasons Indian passport photos get rejected

FAQ

What size is an Indian passport photo?
Most commonly 2×2 inches (51×51 mm), a square colour photo on a plain white background.

Can I take it on my phone at home?
Yes. A modern phone camera is more than enough — lighting and a white background matter most.

White background only?
Yes, plain white is the safe choice for Indian passport photos. Avoid patterns and shadows.

Do I need to remove the background?
No. Start with a clean white wall; the tool crops to size and doesn’t alter your background.

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