PAN Card (NSDL / Protean & UTIITSL) Photo & Signature Size
Online PAN application (Form 49A/49AA via Protean-NSDL or UTIITSL). Photo 3.5×2.5 cm colour JPEG at 200 DPI, max 20 KB; signature 2×4.5 cm JPEG at 200 DPI, max 10 KB. Application methods can differ, so confirm the current instructions for the route you use.
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Verified 11 Jun 2026Protean (NSDL e-Gov) PAN instructions
Report outdated informationPhoto requirement
- File size
- under 20 KB
- Dimensions
- 197×276 px
- Aspect
- 2.5 : 3.5
- Format
- JPEG
Signature requirement
- File size
- under 10 KB
- Dimensions
- 354×157 px
- Format
- JPEG
- Ink
- Confirm current notice
About this exam
A PAN card application (Form 49A or 49AA) can be filed through Protean (formerly NSDL e-Gov) or UTIITSL. This preset records the linked Protean instructions; confirm the current photo and signature fields on the application route you use.
Prepare your PAN Card photo & signature to the selected stored target
Verify the current form before use. Processing is free and stays in your browser.
PAN Card requirements
Online PAN application (Form 49A/49AA via Protean-NSDL or UTIITSL). Photo 3.5×2.5 cm colour JPEG at 200 DPI, max 20 KB; signature 2×4.5 cm JPEG at 200 DPI, max 10 KB. Application methods can differ, so confirm the current instructions for the route you use.
Verified 11 Jun 2026 · Protean (NSDL e-Gov) PAN instructions.Official source
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Before you upload
Read the PAN card photo size guide and photo limits across Indian government IDs.
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Why PAN Card uploads get rejected
- File size falls outside the published band.
- Photo does not match the published pixel canvas or aspect ratio.
- File format differs from the current application's accepted formats.
- Signature does not match the published canvas or aspect ratio.
- Signature is unclear or includes excess paper around the writing.
- Photo is blurry or too low-contrast to review clearly.
Specs can change between notification cycles — always confirm the current limit on the official portal before submitting.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the photo size for the PAN Card (NSDL / Protean & UTIITSL) application?
The stored PAN Card (NSDL / Protean & UTIITSL) target is under 20 KB, around 197×276 px, in JPEG format. This tool resizes and compresses a prepared photo to that target; confirm the active form before submitting.
What is the signature size for PAN Card (NSDL / Protean & UTIITSL)?
The stored signature target is under 10 KB, around 354×157 px, in JPEG format. Follow the current notice's ink and paper instructions, then upload it here to clean and resize it.
How do I resize my photo to under 20 KB for PAN Card (NSDL / Protean & UTIITSL)?
Upload your photo and the tool compresses it to the stored PAN Card (NSDL / Protean & UTIITSL) target and applies the recorded dimensions. Everything runs in your browser.
Why do PAN Card (NSDL / Protean & UTIITSL) photos and signatures get rejected?
Common upload problems include a file outside the under 20 KB photo / under 10 KB signature range, dimensions that do not match the recorded frame, an unsupported format, or a blurry scan. A signature can also fail when it is faint or includes the paper edge. The tool checks measurable output properties; it cannot guarantee acceptance.
Is this PAN Card (NSDL / Protean & UTIITSL) resizer free and private?
Yes — free, no watermark, no sign-up, and your photo never leaves your device. All processing happens in your browser.
Where can I confirm the official PAN Card (NSDL / Protean & UTIITSL) requirements?
Always verify the current limits on the official source (Protean (NSDL e-Gov) PAN instructions) before submitting, as requirements can change between notification cycles.