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India passport photo for children

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Two versions. One complete delivery.

Your India passport photo for children order includes the files you need for both online submission and printing, when supported by the application route.

Online version

Digital photo for online application

Prepared for direct upload with the document's required file quality, background and framing.

  • Minimum 630 ร— 810 px
  • JPEG file
  • Maximum file size: 200 KB
  • plain white background
  • Head, shoulders and upper body correctly framed
Print version

Photo ready to print

A separate file prepared at the official physical size, ready to produce your paper copies.

  • Recommended size: 51 ร— 51 mm (2 ร— 2 in) (the authority publishes no size for the printed photo)
  • Prepared at 300 dpi
  • Print-ready sheet included
  • plain white background

Take a normal photo. We turn it into the official photo you need.

You don't need to understand the rules for India passport photo for children. Just face the camera in good light; Imagokit handles the rest.

Correct background

We replace your surroundings with the plain white background required for the application.

Properly framed face

We center and crop the image to the required biometric position.

Checked before download

We detect issues that could cause rejection and tell you if you need to take another photo.

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What to know about India passport photo for children

If you apply for your child's Indian passport from outside India, Passport Seva asks you to upload their digital photo under the same rules as an adult's: white background, eyes open, looking at the camera and mouth closed.

From everyday portrait to compliant result: India passport photo for children

We correct the framing and prepare the plain white background while preserving your natural appearance.

Before
Before
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Passport ready

How it is actually submitted

We deliver the 630 ร— 810 px JPEG to upload to Passport Seva plus a template to print the copies requested by the mission or the checklist for your country of residence.

How to prepare

Stand the child in front of a light wall, with even light, and take the photo at eye level from about 1.5 m. Ask them to look at the camera with their mouth closed.

Common rejection reasons

  • Big smile or open mouth
  • Looking away or head tilted
  • Toys or another person in the photo
  • Shadows on the face or background

We check the requirements for you

You don't need to memorize measurements or biometric rules. Imagokit applies this document's official setup and checks the result before delivery.

India passport photo for children
Government Photo Compliance Guaranteed
Size
630 ร— 810 px ยท 51 ร— 51 mm (2 ร— 2 in)
Suitable for online submission?
Yes
Is it printable?
Yes
Background
Plain white
File format
JPEG
Head height
80โ€“85% of the photo

What the photo must comply with

  • Face the camera. Head straight and eyes looking directly at the camera, no tilting.
  • Neutral expression. Mouth closed, no smiling.
  • Even lighting. No shadows on the face or background, no glare.
  • Glasses. No glasses.
  • Hats and caps. Head uncovered; religious garments that do not cover the face are allowed.
  • Filters and beauty retouching. The photo must faithfully show your current appearance.
  • Religious garments (hijab, turbanโ€ฆ) are allowed if the face is visible from forehead to chin.

Specific rules for India

  • Colour digital file at 630 ร— 810 px in JPEG format.
  • Plain white background, no shadows.
  • Adult rules: eyes open, looking at the camera and mouth closed.
  • For applications from outside India: the photo is uploaded at any age.
  • The child must be alone, with no toys or objects.

How to get ready

1At their eye level

At their eye level

Take the photo at their eye level, from about 1.5 metres away. It's best if an adult takes it: selfies are not accepted.

2Facing the camera, mouth closed

Facing the camera, mouth closed

Ask them to look at the phone with their head and shoulders straight and their mouth closed. They must be alone, with no toys or other people.

3Light from the front

Light from the front

Have them face a window in daylight, with no shadows on the face. We take care of the background.

Photos that pass and photos that don't

Don't worry about the background or framing โ€” our AI fixes that. Focus on this.

Correct: facing the camera, eyes open, mouth closed
Correct: facing the camera, eyes open, mouth closed
Background with objects or colour
Background with objects or colour
Shadows on the face or background
Shadows on the face or background
Big smile or open mouth
Big smile or open mouth
Toy or objects in the photo
Toy or objects in the photo
Hat or accessories on the head
Hat or accessories on the head
Head tilted
Head tilted
Too far from the camera
Too far from the camera

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Frequently asked questions about India passport photo for children

What age is this photo for?

For children aged 3 to 12. This is an Imagokit guide range, not an official rule: the photo follows the document's rules and, if the authority allows any age-related flexibility, we apply it. From age 13, use the adult photo.

What size should the photo be for India passport photo for children?

The authority publishes no size for India passport photo for children. We deliver the digital photo and a printed version of 51 ร— 51 mm (2 ร— 2 in), the most widely accepted format, with a plain white background.

What color should the background be?

The background must be plain white. Our tool replaces your photo's background with the required one automatically.

How is this photograph submitted?

The process uses a digital photo, but the final channel may depend on your category, nationality, agent or consulate. Check the instructions for your specific application.

Can I smile in the photo?

No. India passport photo for children requires a neutral expression, with your mouth closed and no smiling. Imagokit checks this before delivering your photo.

Can I wear glasses?

No. Glasses aren't allowed for this photo: they can cause glare or cover your eyes. Take them off before taking it.

How much does India passport photo for children cost and how long does it take?

It costs $1.95. It's ready to download instantly โ€” no waiting, no trips.

Is it valid for the official application?

Yes. The photo meets the official measurements, background and biometric requirements of India. And if it's still rejected, we refund your money.

Can I print it on paper?

Yes. Along with the digital photo you get a 10ร—15 cm (4ร—6 in) print template ready to print with 2, 4, 6 or 9 copies at any photo shop or kiosk.

Is my photo safe? What do you do with it?

The biometric analysis and cropping run on your own device, inside the browser. Your photo is only stored โ€” in private storage โ€” when you generate your order, so we can deliver it.

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