PAN Card Photo & Signature Resizer (NSDL & UTIITSL)
Resize photo (213×213 px, ≤50 KB) and signature (400×200 px, ≤50 KB) strictly as per NSDL & UTIITSL rules.
Recruitment agencies periodically update their upload specifications. Please verify the rules from the active portal link below before final submission.
PAN Card Photo & Signature Resizer (NSDL & UTIITSL)
Resize photo (213×213 px, ≤50 KB) and signature (400×200 px, ≤50 KB) strictly as per NSDL & UTIITSL rules.
1. Photograph
Target: 10 KB to 50 KB (Max 50 KB)2. Scanned Signature
Target: 10 KB to 50 KB (Max 50 KB)All files are processed locally in your browser sandbox. No images are sent to any remote server.
PAN Card Photo & Signature Guidelines Overview
Applying for a new PAN card (Form 49A) or corrections via NSDL (Protean) and UTIITSL requires exact pixel dimensions. Photos must be exactly 213 × 213 pixels (300 DPI) and under 50 KB. Signatures must be 400 × 200 pixels and under 50 KB.
Official Specifications Table
| Item | Dimensions | File Size | Format | Key Guidelines |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PAN Card Photograph | 213 × 213 pixels (2.5 cm × 3.5 cm @ 200/300 DPI) | 10 KB – 50 KB | jpg | Color passport photo on white background, formatted to 213 × 213 px and under 50 KB. |
| PAN Card Scanned Signature | 400 × 200 pixels (2.0 cm × 4.5 cm) | 10 KB – 50 KB | jpg | Sign inside a clean white box with black ink and crop to 400 × 200 pixels. |
Official Notice Highlights
- Photo resolution: Exactly 213 × 213 pixels @ 300 DPI (file size under 50 KB).
- Signature resolution: Exactly 400 × 200 pixels (file size under 50 KB).
- File format: Only .JPG / .JPEG is valid.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Avoid these frequent errors that can lead to application form rejection:
❌ 1.File size exceeding 50 KB
The NSDL portal rejects any file measuring 50.1 KB or larger.
❌ 2.Photo not matching 213×213 pixels
PAN card printing software is calibrated specifically for 213 × 213 pixels.
NSDL Protean / UTIITSL PAN Portal
Last verified: 2026-10-05 • Confirm active guidelines on the official portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the photo dimension and size for PAN card applications?
NSDL and UTIITSL require photos to be exactly 213 × 213 pixels and under 50 KB.
What is the signature requirement for PAN card portals?
Signatures must be 400 × 200 pixels and under 50 KB in JPG format.