100% Government Compliant Specs (2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm) / 35 x 45 mm)

Official India Passport & OCI Card Photo Studio

Generate 100% Passport Seva & VFS compliant 51x51mm (2x2 in) or 35x45mm photos for Indian Passport, OCI Card, and E-Visa.

TARGET SPEC:India Passport / OCI (50.8x50.8mm)

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Target Spec: India Passport / OCI (50.8x50.8mm)

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Photo Capture Tips for 100% Embassy Acceptance
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Dark / Bright Clothing

Wear colored or contrasting clothes. Avoid pure white tops so your shoulders stand out crisply against the white backdrop.

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Plain Wall & Even Light

Stand 2–3 feet in front of a plain wall. Ensure balanced daylight or frontal lighting without harsh single-side shadows.

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Back Camera at Eye Level

Use the phone's rear camera at eye level. Look straight at the lens with a neutral expression and mouth closed.

Official India Passport & OCI CardDimensions & Acceptance Rules (2026)

Updated to reflect latest consulate and passport agency guidelines

Photo Dimensions

2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm) / 35 x 45 mm

Official standard dimensions for paper print and digital submission.

Head Size Ratio

25 mm to 35 mm (50% to 69% of height)

Measured from chin to top of hair. Automated face detection locks this ratio.

Background Requirement

Solid Plain White (#FFFFFF)

AI automatically removes background shadows and replaces backdrop.

Export Resolution

1200 x 1200 px @ 600 DPI

High-DPI output ensuring crisp 300 DPI physical prints.

Official Compliance Checklist

  • Square 2x2 inch (51x51mm) format for OCI Card & Passport Seva
  • Solid white background with full face centered
  • Both ears must be clearly visible
  • Neutral facial expression with mouth closed
  • No head coverings except religious turbans
  • Exported at 600 DPI digital resolution

How to Make a India Passport & OCI Card Photo at Home in 3 Steps

Fast, simple, and guaranteed compliant with official agency standards

1

Snap Photo on Phone

Stand 4-6 feet away from any light-colored wall with indirect daylight. Maintain a neutral expression and look directly into your smartphone camera.

2

Upload & Auto-Crop

Upload your photo to PassPhotoMaker. Our AI auto-locks to 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm) / 35 x 45 mm, aligns face boundaries, and strips home background shadows.

3

Download & Print Sheet

Download a crisp 600 DPI single digital photo for online submissions and a 300 DPI 4x6 print sheet for pharmacy or home printing.

Skip Pharmacy Counter Fees: Save Time & Money

Compare retail photo counter prices versus online DIY generation

ProviderPrice for 2 PhotosDigital Photo ProvidedUnlimited Retakes
CVS Pharmacy / Walgreens$16.99 – $21.99Extra Fee / NoNo (1 attempt)
Post Office (USPS / Post Office)$15.00NoNo
PassPhotoMaker StudioInstant Digital DeliveryYes (600 DPI HD)Yes (Unlimited)

Frequently Asked Questions (India Passport & OCI Card)

Everything you need to know about official specifications and printing

Q:What photo size is required for an Indian OCI Card?

Indian OCI Card applications require a square 2x2 inch (51x51mm) photo on a plain white background with head height occupying 50% to 69%.

Q:Does PassPhotoMaker output 2x2 inch Indian Passport print templates?

Yes! PassPhotoMaker formats your 2x2 inch Indian photo onto a 300 DPI 4x6 inch print sheet with scissor guidelines.