PAN Card Photo Size Requirements
Quick Reference
- Dimensions
- 413 × 295 pixels
- Physical Size
- 3.5cm × 2.5cm
- Max File Size
- 300 KB
- Format
- JPG / JPEG
- Background
- White background preferred
Common Upload Errors
- Photo dimensions don't match 3.5×2.5 cm (413×295 px) requirement
- File size exceeds 300 KB on NSDL or UTIITSL portal
- Blurry or low-resolution image rejected during verification
- Photo cropped incorrectly — face not fully visible
How to Resize Your Photo
- 1
Choose a clear front-facing photo with good lighting
- 2
Open Photo Resizer and select the PAN Card preset
- 3
Upload your image — dimensions and 300 KB limit are set automatically
- 4
Select white background and resize
- 5
Download and upload to tin-nsdl.com or utiitsl.com PAN application portal
Resize your photo to the exact dimensions and file size — free, instant, and private in your browser.
Resize PAN Card Photo FreeFrequently Asked Questions
What is PAN card photo size for NSDL portal?
NSDL requires a photo of 3.5cm × 2.5cm (413×295 pixels) in JPG format, with a maximum file size of 300 KB.
Is PAN photo size same for UTIITSL?
Yes, both NSDL and UTIITSL use the same photo dimensions of 3.5cm × 2.5cm and accept JPG files up to 300 KB.
What DPI is required for PAN card photo?
PAN card photos are typically accepted at 72 DPI with dimensions of 413×295 pixels.
Can I use the same photo for PAN and Aadhaar?
No — Aadhaar requires 413×531 px (portrait) while PAN requires 413×295 px (landscape orientation). Each needs separate resizing.
How to resize photo for PAN card online free?
Use WorkUtilities Photo Resizer, select the PAN Card preset, upload your photo, and download the correctly sized JPG instantly in your browser.