Aadhaar photo size, KB limit and common mistakes
What size is an Aadhaar photo?
An Aadhaar photo is usually 3.5 × 4.5 cm in print. For online uploads, the pixel size and KB limit depend on the service or form you are filling, so the instructions on that page always come first.
GS DocSeva resizes and compresses your image inside your browser to the values you choose. Nothing is uploaded to any server.
Presets in this tool
| Preset | Pixels | File size | Format | Fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aadhaar Photo | 200 × 230 | 20 – 40 KB | JPG | Crop to fill |
| Aadhaar Photo (large) | 240 × 320 | up to 50 KB | JPG | Crop to fill |
| Signature | 140 × 60 | 10 – 20 KB | JPG | Fit inside, white background |
Note: These are commonly used limits, not a single official rule for every service. If your form asks for different numbers, type them into the width, height and KB boxes.
How to resize an Aadhaar photo online
- Choose your photo. It is resized with the Aadhaar Photo preset straight away.
- Pick another preset, or change width, height and KB to match your form.
- Check the green tick under the resized preview. It confirms the size is inside the limit.
- Click Download Resized Image and upload the file on the portal.
Why Aadhaar photos get rejected
- File size outside the limit. Too big or too small both fail. This tool picks the best quality that still fits under your KB limit.
- Wrong dimensions. Enter the exact width and height your form asks for.
- Busy or coloured background. Use a plain white or light background and good lighting.
- Stretched or blurry face. The tool crops instead of stretching, so faces keep their natural shape. Start from a sharp original.
Frequently asked questions
What size should an Aadhaar photo be?
An Aadhaar photo is usually 3.5 × 4.5 cm in print. For online uploads the pixel size and KB limit depend on the portal or form, so follow its instructions. This tool offers common presets (200×230 px, 20–40 KB, or 240×320 px, up to 50 KB) and accepts any custom size.
Can I resize my signature here?
Yes. The Signature preset fits your signature inside 140×60 px on a white background and compresses it to 10–20 KB. You can change the size and KB limit to match your form.
Is my photo uploaded to your server?
No. The image is processed inside your browser using HTML5 canvas. It never leaves your device.
Why was my photo rejected?
Common reasons are a file size outside the allowed range, wrong pixel dimensions, a blurry image, a busy background, or the wrong file format. Resize here, then check the result against the portal's instructions.
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