2.5x3.5 cm Photo Maker: Free Online Tool
A 2.5 x 3.5 cm photo is 25 mm wide and 35 mm high, smaller than a passport photo. In India it is the size Protean (NSDL) asks for when you upload a photo for a PAN application with the scan-based e-Sign method: a JPG 3.5 cm high by 2.5 cm wide, below 200 dpi, up to 50 KB.
JPG, PNG or WebP · you can also paste (Ctrl+V)
At 300 DPI it is 295 x 413 pixels, which suits a print but is above Protean's 200 dpi limit. For the PAN upload itself, use the PAN card tool, which makes a 196 x 275 pixel file (just under 200 dpi) and keeps it under 50 KB.
2.5x3.5 cm Photo Maker requirements
| Print size | 2.5 x 3.5 cm |
|---|---|
| In mm and inches | 25 x 35 mm = 0.98 x 1.38 inch |
| Pixels (this tool) | 295 x 413 |
| Format | JPG / JPEG |
How to make your 2.5x3.5 cm Photo Maker in 4 steps
- Take a clear photo facing the camera, with even light and no shadows, against a plain background.
- Open this page on your phone or computer and pick the photo.
- The tool centres your face automatically. Tap "Make background white" if needed, adjust with Zoom and Move, and check that every line shows ✅.
- Tap Download and upload the JPG file to your application.
Documents that use a 2.5 x 3.5 cm photo
Common mistakes
- Cropping so tightly that the chin or top of the head is cut off in the small frame.
- Using a 3.5 x 4.5 cm passport crop for a PAN upload.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a photo for PAN with Aadhaar e-KYC?
No. With Aadhaar e-KYC, Protean uses the photo on your Aadhaar if you agree, and you are not asked to upload one.
Is my photo uploaded to a server?
No. Resizing, compression, face detection and background removal all run inside your browser. The photo never leaves your device and nothing is stored.
What is the 2.5x3.5 cm Photo Maker size in pixels?
295 x 413 pixels (width x height) is what this tool produces for the 2.5x3.5 cm Photo Maker.
What is the 2.5x3.5 cm Photo Maker size in cm, mm or inches?
2.5 x 3.5 cm.
How do I resize a photo for the 2.5x3.5 cm Photo Maker online?
Pick your photo in the tool on this page, adjust zoom so the face is centred, then download the JPG. It is free and works on any phone or computer.