PAN Card Photo Resize - 3.5x2.5cm
The standard PAN card photo size is 3.5 cm x 2.5 cm (or 35mm x 25mm), with a requirement for a white background and a clear image. For online applications, the image must be a JPEG file under 20 KB, while printed photos must be affixed with a white background and no staples or clips.
PAN Card Photo Resize – Standard Size & Pixel Calculation
The standard PAN Card photograph size used in India is:
- Size: 3.5 cm × 2.5 cm (Height × Width)
- Background: White
- Face: Full front view, eyes open
- Format: JPEG / JPG
How to Calculate CM to Pixels
Use this formula to convert cm to pixels:
Pixels = (cm / 2.54) × DPI
Correct Pixel Size for PAN Card Photo
At 300 DPI (High Quality)
3.5 cm × 2.5 cm →
413 × 295 pixels (Height × Width)
At 200 DPI (Online Upload Standard)
3.5 cm × 2.5 cm →
276 × 197 pixels (Height × Width)
Quick Pixel Size Table
| Size (cm) |
DPI |
Pixels (Height × Width) |
| 3.5 × 2.5 |
200 |
276 × 197 px |
| 3.5 × 2.5 |
300 |
413 × 295 px |
PAN Card Photo Size (Official Requirements)
Dimensions (Pixels / CM)
- 300 × 300 pixels (recommended for online upload)
- Approx 3.5 cm × 2.5 cm (physical size)
File Size (KB)
- 20 KB to 50 KB (most online PAN applications accept this range)
Accepted Formats
Background
- White or light-colored background
Clear face visibility
Examples
What is the required size for a PAN card photo?
A PAN card photo should be 3.5 cm × 2.5 cm, which is approximately 276 × 197 px (200 DPI) or 413 × 295 px (300 DPI), depending on the requirement.
What should be the KB size for a PAN card photo?
Most online PAN applications require the photo size to be between 20 KB to 50 KB.
Which image formats are supported?
Accepted formats include JPG, JPEG, or PNG.
How do I resize my PAN card photo online?
Upload your image → Choose the required dimensions and file size → Adjust the crop → Download the resized PAN card image.
Will the quality reduce after resizing?
The tool preserves maximum clarity while compressing the image to meet file size requirements.
Can I use this tool for PAN card correction or new PAN application?
Yes, the resized image works for new PAN applications, corrections, reprints, and updates.
Is this tool free?
Yes, the PAN card photo resizing tool is completely free, secure, and easy to use.
Pro Tips
- File size usually should be under 20 KB
- Do not crop too close to the face
- Maintain correct aspect ratio to avoid rejection