Make Passport Size Photo (Crop and Resize)
Upload your photo, crop the face manually, and compress it to 20KB or 50KB.
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JPG, PNG supportedAdjust Photo: Drag to move, pinch to zoom.
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How to Make a Passport Photo Online?
- Upload: Select any photo from your mobile gallery or PC.
- Crop & Zoom: Use the editor to pinch/zoom and fit your face inside the box. The crop box is locked to the official 3.5:4.5 aspect ratio, so you cannot make a mistake with the dimensions.
- Compress: Click “Under 50KB” (Standard for SSC/UPSC) or “Under 20KB” depending on your form requirements.
- Download: Get your perfectly cropped, centered, and compressed passport photo instantly.
Why use Manual Cropping instead of AI?
Most "Automatic AI" tools randomly cut off your hair, chin, or ears. This leads to immediate rejection of application forms.
PhotoKB gives you control. Our tool mimics a professional studio editor. You can zoom in to remove extra background space, adjust the position to ensure your face is centered, and ensure your shoulders are visible meeting the strict "80% Face Coverage" rule required by the Government of India.
Why Use This Passport Photo Creator?
Taking a passport-size photo at a studio costs money and takes time. Most people try to take a selfie or use a normal phone photo, but online forms reject them because:
- Wrong Shape: Phone photos are wide (16:9), but passport photos must be a vertical rectangle (3.5cm width x 4.5cm height).
- Wrong File Size: Phone cameras take 5MB photos. Government forms need 20KB to 50KB.
- Bad Cropping: Automatic tools often cut off your hair or chin.
The Solution: We give you a Live Editor. You can upload any photo, pinch to zoom in on your face, drag it to the perfect centre, and we lock the crop box to the exact 3.5:4.5 ratio required by the Government of India.
Official Passport Photo Requirements (2025)
Use this checklist to ensure your photo is accepted by SSC, UPSC, IBPS, and Visa authorities.
| Feature | Requirement | Note |
| Dimensions | 3.5 cm (W) x 4.5 cm (H) | Standard for SSC, Railways, Pan Card |
| File Size | 20 KB to 50 KB | Strictly enforced by servers |
| Face Size | 70% - 80% Coverage | Face must be prominent |
| Background | Plain White / Light Grey | No objects or shadows behind you |
| Expression | Neutral (No Smiling) | Both eyes open & visible |
How to Take a Perfect Photo at Home
- Lighting: Stand facing a window. Natural daylight is best. Avoid flash as it causes "Red Eye" or glare on glasses.
- Position: Stand 3 feet away from the camera. Ask a friend to click the photo (Selfies often distort the nose shape).
- Wall: Use a plain white wall or hang a white bedsheet behind you.
- Glasses: If possible, remove spectacles. Reflections on lenses are the #1 cause of rejection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I convert a selfie into a passport photo?
Yes, but be careful. Selfies often distort the face (making the nose look big). It is better to place your phone on a shelf or ask a friend to take the photo from a distance. Then, use our tool to crop the face properly.
What is the correct size for SSC CGL / CHSL photos?
SSC requires a JPEG image strictly between 20KB and 50KB. The dimensions must be 3.5cm (width) x 4.5cm (height). Our tool's "Under 50KB" button is tuned exactly for this requirement.
Does this tool change the background?
No. This tool focuses on cropping and compressing your image without losing quality. You should stand against a white wall before taking the photo. If you need to change the background, use a background remover first, then upload the result here to resize it.
Is my photo private?
Yes. All cropping and resizing happens inside your browser. Your personal photo is never sent to our server.
Need more help with your application?
Once your passport photo is ready, don't forget to prepare your signature and other documents!
- Resize Signature to 10KB/20KB: Use this specialised tool to make your scanned signature clear and sharp while keeping it under the strict 10KB or 20KB limit.
- Compress Image (Standard): If you just need to reduce the file size of a document or photo without cropping it, use our main compressor tool on the homepage.