How to fix a rejected passport photo in 2026

India moved to the ICAO 35×45 mm standard on 1 September 2025. If your photo was rejected, the most common causes are the old 51×51 mm square size, a grey or off-white background, or a file over the KB limit.

Use a recent front-facing photo with no glasses and a neutral expression. PhotoFix replaces the background with pure white, crops your face to the required height, and compresses to the portal's KB window — all on your device.

Always preview the compliance checklist before uploading to Passport Seva.