How to Click a Passport Photo at Home for UPSC Exams

Why Your Photo Gets Rejected

Many UPSC candidates face application rejection due to incorrect photo specifications. The UPSC has strict guidelines on background color, facial coverage, and image dimensions.

UPSC Photo Specifications

• Dimensions: 3.5 cm (width) x 4.5 cm (height)
• File Size: 20KB to 300KB
• Format: JPG/JPEG only
• Background: Plain white or light-colored background
• Face Coverage: Face should cover 70-80% of the photo

Steps to Click at Home

1. Find a plain white wall or use a white bedsheet as a background.
2. Stand facing a window to get natural, even lighting on your face. Avoid harsh shadows.
3. Ask someone else to click the photo from chest level up. Do not take a selfie.
4. Look straight into the camera lens with a neutral expression.
5. Once clicked, use our free tool to crop and resize the photo to exact UPSC specifications.