2026-04-10

Aadhaar Card Photo Size — UIDAI Specifications Guide

Creating an Aadhaar-compatible photo requires meeting exact UIDAI specifications. Here are the complete requirements and how to make your photo match.

Official UIDAI Photo Specifications

  • Dimensions: 240 × 320 pixels (portrait orientation)
  • File size: 20 KB minimum, 100 KB maximum
  • Format: JPG / JPEG only
  • Background: Plain white, solid
  • Face coverage: 70-80% of frame
  • Expression: Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open
  • Color: Color photo (not black and white)

How to Create Aadhaar Photo Online Free

  1. Go to Pdfito Aadhaar Photo Maker
  2. Upload any recent photo of yourself
  3. System automatically:
    • Crops to 240 × 320 pixels
    • Optimizes file size to 20-100 KB range
    • Converts to JPG format
  4. Download Aadhaar-ready photo

Common Aadhaar Photo Rejection Reasons

  • ❌ File too large (>100 KB) or too small (<20 KB)
  • ❌ Wrong dimensions
  • ❌ Non-white background
  • ❌ Black and white photo
  • ❌ Sunglasses or cap visible
  • ❌ Multiple people in photo
  • ❌ Old photo (appearance should match current)

Tips for Best Aadhaar Photo

  1. Good lighting: Natural daylight, facing window
  2. Plain wall: Stand against white wall (or we'll replace background)
  3. Straight face: Look directly at camera
  4. No accessories: Remove sunglasses, hats (religious head coverings OK)
  5. Recent photo: Taken within last 6 months

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