ToolPAN Card Photo Size
213×213 px · max 100KB · white background — NSDL & UTIITSL portal requirements.
PAN card photo specifications
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card applications through NSDL and UTIITSL online portals require a square passport-style photograph at approximately 213 × 213 pixels (2.5 cm × 3.5 cm) with a maximum file size of 100 KB in JPEG format.
The photo must have a plain white background, show a clear front-facing view of the applicant, and be recent. Blurry images, selfies with filters, or photos with coloured backgrounds are commonly rejected during online PAN application. The PAN Card preset below is already selected — just upload your photo.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the PAN card photo size?
PAN card applications on NSDL and UTIITSL portals typically require a square photograph around 213×213 pixels (2.5cm × 3.5cm) with a maximum file size of 100KB in JPEG format.
What background is required for PAN card photo?
PAN card photos require a plain white background with a clear, front-facing view. Coloured or patterned backgrounds are rejected by the portal.
How to resize a photo for PAN card
- Open the PAN card preset on this page.
- Upload your photo.
- Download the correctly sized file for the PAN application.