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Passport Photo Cropper

Passport photo ratio = 35 x 45 mm (3.5 x 4.5 cm), which is about 1:1.29. Position your photo inside a real crop frame, choose a preset like passport or SSC, then export a ready-to-use JPG.

Size

35 x 45 mm

Common pixels

132 x 170 at 96 DPI

Background

White or light plain background

Flow

Crop first, compress later only if needed

Browser-based crop flow. Your photo stays on your device while you frame and export it.

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Drop a photo to crop

Choose a photo, position it inside the crop frame, then export to an exam-friendly JPG.

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Step 1: Frame the face

Use the 3.5 x 4.5 cm preset so the final crop matches passport-style framing first.

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Step 2: Export the JPG

Download a ready-to-use JPG after you finish the crop and zoom adjustments.

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Step 3: Fix KB only if needed

If the portal also has a file-size cap, send the result to Exact KB Compressor next.

Crop first, then compress when needed

Cropping helps you remove excess background before export. If your final file still needs to fit under a limit like 20KB or 50KB, use the optional target size field here or open the Exact KB Compressor afterward.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does this cropper use a real visual crop frame?expand_more

Yes. You position the image inside the crop frame, zoom as needed, and the exported file uses that crop selection. The frame locks to the selected aspect ratio (e.g., 35x45 mm for Indian passports) so the output always matches the required proportions.

Can I also compress the cropped image?expand_more

Yes. You can optionally enter a target KB before exporting so the cropped image is prepared for stricter upload limits. For portals requiring 20-50KB, this saves you from needing a separate compression step.

Does this remove my background automatically?expand_more

No. This tool crops and exports the photo. It does not remove or replace a real-world background. Use the dedicated Background Remover tool for that purpose.

What is the correct face position in a passport photo?expand_more

Your face should be centred horizontally in the frame. The top of your head (including hair) should be near the top edge with a small margin, and your chin should be well above the bottom edge. The face should occupy approximately 70-80% of the frame height. Eyes should be roughly at the one-third line from the top.

Can I crop a group photo to get individual passport photos?expand_more

Yes, as long as the individual face in the group photo is large enough (at least 200 pixels wide). Position the crop frame over one person at a time and export. However, the quality may be lower than using an individual photo, so a dedicated portrait is always preferable.

What DPI should my passport photo be?expand_more

For digital uploads to Indian government portals, 96 DPI (screen resolution) producing 132 x 170 pixels is sufficient. For printed passport photos, 300 DPI producing 413 x 531 pixels is the standard. This tool exports at screen resolution by default, which is correct for online form uploads.

Why does my cropped photo look stretched or squished?expand_more

This happens when the aspect ratio does not match. The 35 x 45 mm passport format has a 7:9 ratio. If you try to fit a wide landscape photo into this ratio, it will look squished. Always start with a portrait-orientation photo where you are standing upright.

Can I crop photos for non-Indian passports?expand_more

Yes. Use the country preset selector to switch between Indian (35 x 45 mm), US (2 x 2 inches / 51 x 51 mm), UK (35 x 45 mm), Canadian (50 x 70 mm), and other country-specific photo dimensions.

Biometric-Compliant Passport & Exam Photo Cropping (35×45 mm & Custom Ratios)

One of the most frequent reasons for application rejections on Indian government job portals and international visa systems is improper photographic framing. Automated biometric verification algorithms on portals such as SSC, IBPS, UPSC, NTA, and Indian Passport Seva do not simply check whether a face is present-they evaluate facial proportion, head height percentage, eye-line positioning, and strict aspect ratios (most notably the standard 35 mm × 45 mm format, equivalent to an aspect ratio of 7:9 or 1:1.285).

When candidates upload uncropped smartphone photos or manually squash landscape images to fit a portal box, the facial features become horizontally or vertically distorted. Our Passport Photo Cropper provides an interactive visual framing guide locked to official government standards. By positioning your portrait inside our calibrated crop box, you guarantee that your face occupies the required 70% to 80% vertical height with centered eye alignment, preventing automated rejection before you submit your form.

Quick Solution (TL;DR)

Need a perfectly proportioned 35×45 mm exam or passport photograph in seconds? Follow this workflow:

Step 1: Upload Your Portrait - Choose a high-resolution photo taken against a plain white or light background.
Step 2: Select Your Official Preset - Pick Indian Passport / SSC (35×45 mm), US Visa (2×2 inch), or custom portal dimensions.
Step 3: Align & Export - Position the crop frame so your chin and crown fit within the guides, then export a perfectly formatted JPG file.

When Should I Use This? (Specific Exam & Country Specifications)

Whether you are submitting an online application for Staff Selection Commission exams or applying for an international visa, exact dimension adherence is mandatory. Below is the official reference table for major competitive exams and country standards:

Authority / Exam Portal	Physical Aspect Ratio	Standard Pixel Dimensions	Key Facial Rule
SSC (CGL, CHSL, MTS) & Railway RRB	3.5 cm × 4.5 cm (7:9)	132 × 170 px (96 DPI) / 413 × 531 px (300 DPI)	No spectacles, cap, or dark lenses allowed
IBPS Bank PO / Clerk / SBI	4.5 cm × 3.5 cm (Portrait)	200 × 230 px (official portal norm)	Face must cover 75% of image area
UPSC Civil Services (IAS / IPS)	Square or 3.5 × 4.5 cm	350 × 350 px min to 1000 × 1000 px max	Photograph must not be more than 10 days old
Indian Passport & OCI Card	35 mm × 45 mm or 51 × 51 mm	413 × 531 px / 600 × 600 px	Neutral expression, plain white background
US / UK / Canada / Schengen Visas	US: 2×2 in \| UK/EU: 35×45 mm	US: 600 × 600 px \| EU: 413 × 531 px	Strict biometric head height requirements

Real-World Examples: Before & After Cropping

Proper cropping eliminates aspect ratio distortion and ensures instant approval during automated scanner checks:

Scenario A: SSC Online Application

Before: A candidate uploads a full-body or wide selfie photo. Because the face occupies only 25% of the total canvas area, the portal's face-detection script flags the image: "Face area insufficient / Aspect ratio mismatch."

After: Using our 35×45 mm preset, the candidate crops tightly around the shoulders and head. The face now occupies 75% of the frame with balanced headroom, passing automated portal validation on the first attempt.

Scenario B: US Visa / OCI Card Application

Before: A standard rectangular photo (3:4 ratio) is uploaded to a system requiring a strict 1:1 square ratio (2×2 inches). The system squashes the photo horizontally, distorting the applicant's face.

After: Switching to the 2×2 inch square preset locks the crop box perfectly. The exported file maintains correct anatomical proportions and 600×600 px resolution.

Troubleshooting Common Cropping & Upload Issues

If your cropped image encounters portal warnings, check these technical solutions:

Error: "Photo looks stretched or flattened" - This occurs when an application portal forcibly resizes a non-standard image into its fixed container. Always lock your crop box to the exact ratio requested by the portal (such as 35×45 mm) so no distortion occurs upon upload.
Error: "Head size too small or too large" - Official biometric guidelines require the chin-to-crown distance to be between 32 mm and 36 mm on a 45 mm high photo (roughly 70% to 80%). Use zoom controls within the frame so your head leaves a subtle 3-5 mm margin below the top border.
Error: "File size too large after cropping" - High-resolution studio crops may exceed a portal's 50 KB ceiling. Once you finish cropping your photo, pass the exported file directly into our Exact KB Compressor to reduce file weight without altering dimensions.

Best Practices for Studio-Quality Home Photos

Correct order of operations: Always perform your framing and cropping first, then resize or compress KB size afterwards. Never compress a raw uncropped image.
Lighting & background setup: Stand 1.5 meters in front of a plain white or light gray wall. Face a natural light source (like a window) to eliminate harsh shadows under your eyes or chin.
Facial posture compliance: Look straight into the camera lens with a neutral facial expression, both ears visible, mouth closed, and hair tucked away from your forehead and eyes.

Privacy Guarantee & Browser Compatibility

100% On-Device Processing: Your personal portrait photographs never leave your device. Our Passport Photo Cropper utilizes client-side HTML5 Canvas manipulation. Every crop, zoom, and JPEG encoding step happens entirely inside your local web browser-ensuring complete confidentiality and zero external server transmission.

Cross-Platform Compatibility: Seamlessly compatible across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS. Works natively on Google Chrome, Apple Safari, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and mobile browsers without requiring apps or plugins.

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