PAN Photo
PAN Card Photo Resizer
Photo sized for NSDL/Protean or UTIITSL PAN applications.
Drop a photo or tap to choose
JPG, PNG, WebP or iPhone HEIC — nothing is uploaded, it all runs on your device.
100% private — your image never leaves this device.
Perfect for
- New PAN and PAN correction applications (Protean or UTIITSL)
- Anyone unsure which of the two PAN portals they're using
- Phone users who need a small, compliant portrait photo
How to use this tool
- Tap the box and choose your photo or signature — or drag it in.
- Pick the document type or size you need above.
- ExamKB resizes and compresses it to the exact spec and shows the result against the limit.
- Download the ready-to-upload JPG. Nothing ever leaves your device.
Specification
Confirm against your official notification before you apply — specs change between cycles.
| Item | Dimensions | File size | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| NSDL / Protean | 197×276 px | 5–50 KB | JPG |
| UTIITSL | 213×213 px | 5–50 KB | JPG |
Source: Protean (NSDL e-Gov) / UTIITSL · official siteLast verified: July 2026
Common mistakes to avoid
- Using a passport photo directly — PAN uses a smaller, different ratio
- Applying the NSDL size on the UTIITSL portal (or vice-versa)
- A file above 50 KB, which both portals reject
Pro tips
- Check which portal you're on first — NSDL is portrait, UTIITSL is square
- Plain white background, front-facing, neutral expression
- Keep the file around 30–45 KB for a clean margin under 50 KB
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Frequently asked questions
What is the PAN card photo size?
On NSDL/Protean it's 25×35 mm (197×276 px) under 50 KB; on UTIITSL it's a 213×213 px square under 50 KB — both JPG.
Which one should I pick?
Match the portal you're applying through. If you started on Protean's site, use the NSDL size; if on UTIITSL, use the square size.