Resize Photo for PAN Card (NSDL/UTIITSL)
Exact pixel dimensions, file size, and background colour requirements for PAN Card (NSDL/UTIITSL) online applications. All resizing happens in your browser. Your photo is never uploaded to any server.
PAN Card (NSDL/UTIITSL) Photo and Signature Specifications
| Document | Dimensions | File Size | Format | Background |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photograph | 394 x 276 px(derived)/ 5.0x3.5 cm | 20–50 KB | JPEG | White |
| Signature | 157 x 354 px(derived)/ 2.0x4.5 cm at 200 DPI | 10–50 KB | JPEG | White |
How to Prepare Your PAN Card Photo
Uploading a photo that does not meet the exact specifications is one of the most common reasons for PAN Card (NSDL/UTIITSL) application rejection. The portal enforces both pixel dimensions and file size simultaneously, so your image must satisfy both constraints at once.
This tool handles the full process in three steps: it resizes your photo to the required pixel dimensions using center-crop (Cover mode) or letterbox (Fit mode), then uses a binary-search compression algorithm to find the highest JPEG quality that keeps the file within the 20–50 KB range. If your photo is already very small, the tool pads the file using a standard JPEG comment segment so it meets the minimum KB requirement without altering any pixels.
All processing runs entirely in your browser using the HTML5 Canvas API. Your photo is never transmitted to any server. This matters for sensitive ID documents: you retain full control of your biometric data.
PAN Card (NSDL/UTIITSL) requires separate uploads for Photograph, Signature. Use the document selector in the tool above to switch between document types and process each one individually.
Specification data for this page is sourced from Protean (NSDL) - April 2026 PAN form changes (verification level: partial). Exam bodies update specifications between recruitment cycles, so always cross-check the current official notification before submitting.
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Photo dimensions changed in April 2026 from 5x2.5 cm to 5x3.5 cm. Exact pixel dimensions for the new format are not yet published; confirm on the NSDL/UTIITSL portal before submitting.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the exact photo dimensions for PAN Card (NSDL/UTIITSL)?
Photograph: 394 x 276 px (derived from physical size at 200 DPI). Signature: 157 x 354 px (derived from physical size at 200 DPI)
What is the file size limit for PAN Card photo upload?
Photograph: 20 KB minimum, 50 KB maximum (JPEG format). Signature: 10 KB minimum, 50 KB maximum (JPEG format).
What background colour is required for PAN Card photos?
White background is required. Make sure the photo is well-lit and the background is uniform. Use our crop mode "Cover" to fill the exact frame, or "Fit" to letterbox with white padding.
Where is the official PAN Card photo specification published?
The specification is available at https://www.proteantech.in/articles/major-changes-pan-application-forms/ (Protean (NSDL) - April 2026 PAN form changes). Always verify against the latest official notification before submitting your application.