Passport Size Photo – KB, cm Size & Requirements
Check the passport size photo requirements, the size in cm (4.5 x 3.5 cm) and its ratio, then crop and compress to 20KB, 50KB, or any required KB. All in your browser, no upload.
Open Compress Tool
Standard passport size photo and signature dimensions for exam forms.
What is ExamFo's Passport Size Photo Maker?
Our free tool helps you create a passport size photo in KB without uploading to any server. It runs completely inside your browser. Choose the passport size preset (4.5 cm x 3.5 cm), crop your face correctly, and then compress the photo to 20KB, 50KB, or any target KB. This is perfect for SSC, IBPS, UPSC, NEET, and all other Indian exam applications that demand a passport size photograph within a strict file size limit.
Find the passport size photo size in cm, the passport size photo ratio and its pixel size, then make a passport size photo in kb.
Open Compress ToolHow to Make a Passport Size Photo in Required KB
- Open the tool: Click Open Compress Tool (no upload).
- Select passport size preset: Choose 4.5 cm x 3.5 cm from the dimension presets.
- Pick your photo: Select a JPG or JPEG from your device. The tool reads it locally.
- Set target KB: Use the slider to set 20KB, 30KB, 50KB, or any custom value.
- Crop & download: Adjust the crop to center your face, then download the compressed passport size photo.
Passport Size Photo Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 4.5 cm x 3.5 cm (width x height) |
| Pixel equivalent (at 200 DPI) | 354 x 276 pixels |
| File size range | Typically 20KB – 50KB, but adjustable |
| Format | JPEG (JPG) recommended |
| Background | White or light plain (as per exam rule) |
| Watermark | None |
| Privacy | 100% client-side; no file leaves your device |
⚠️ Important: Always verify the exact photo size, dimensions, and KB limit from your official exam notification. Some exams require a specific KB range (e.g., 20KB-50KB) while others may ask for exactly 20KB or 100KB. Check your notification carefully.
Why ExamFo for Passport Size Photo in KB
100% Private & Secure
Your photo never leaves your device. No server upload, completely offline capable.
Exact KB Control
Set any KB target – 20, 35, 40, 50 – the tool compresses precisely.
Perfect Dimensions
Pre-set passport size 4.5x3.5 cm crop. Guarantees correct aspect ratio.
Name & Date Stamp
Add your name and photo date directly on the image for UPSC, SSC, etc.
Batch up to 20 Photos
Process multiple passport size photos at once for different applications.
Free & No Watermark
Completely free. Your passport size photo downloads clean, without any mark.
Common Problems with Passport Size Photos for Exam Forms
- Photo is correctly 4.5x3.5 cm but file size is 100KB+ and gets rejected.
- Need exactly 20KB for SSC CHSL, but photo size is 30KB.
- Phone camera photos are large, need to crop and compress to 50KB.
- Don't know the pixel equivalent of 4.5 cm x 3.5 cm.
- Signature and photo both need resizing, doing it one by one takes time.
- Some tools reduce size but add watermark or lower quality too much.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How to make a passport size photo in 20KB online free?
Use ExamFo's Compress Tool. Select the passport size preset (4.5x3.5 cm), choose your photo, set target to 20KB, crop and download. No upload needed.
What is the pixel size of a passport size photo?
At 200 DPI, a 4.5 cm x 3.5 cm passport photo is approximately 354 x 276 pixels. The tool applies this automatically from the preset.
How to compress a passport size photo to 50KB?
Open the tool, pick the passport size dimensions, select your photo, set the KB slider to 50, and download. The compression runs locally in your browser.
Can I resize my phone selfie to passport size and required KB?
Yes, the tool works on mobile browsers. Take a selfie or select from gallery, crop to passport size, set KB, and save.
Is it safe to use an online tool for passport size photo without uploading?
With ExamFo, yes. The entire process happens on your device. No file is ever sent over the internet.
What is the KB limit for SSC CGL passport size photo?
SSC CGL usually requires a passport size photo between 20KB and 50KB. Always check the latest notification to confirm.
Can I add name and date on the passport size photo?
Yes, ExamFo's tool has an option to add your name and the photo date directly on the image, as required by UPSC and some other exams.
Does the tool put any watermark on my photo?
No, ExamFo never adds a watermark. Your passport size photo downloads clean and ready for submission.
What is the passport size photo ratio?
A passport size photo is 3.5 x 4.5 cm (width x height), roughly a 7:9 ratio. The tool crops to this passport size photo ratio automatically.
What is the passport size photo size in pixels?
At 200 DPI a 3.5 x 4.5 cm passport photo is about 276 x 354 pixels; at 300 DPI about 413 x 531 pixels.