The photo applied with the application process at the time of getting the India PCC (Police Clearance Certificate) or Birth Certificate needs to follow all criteria. The official document size for Photos required is: official standard 35x35 mm (3.5x3.5 cm) Get The Correct Photo Of Your India PCC / Birth Certificate At PhotoGov. Upload a selfie or top-tier image and we will automatically resize this to the official specifications, crop it, optimalise it for both digital submission and hands-on.
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To ensure your India PCC / Birth Certificate photo is accepted, it must comply with both technical and appearance guidelines. Here's a breakdown of what’s required:
Size | 35 x 35 mm (3.5 x 3.5 cm) |
Resolution | Minimum 300 DPI |
Image Format | JPEG or PNG |
File Size | Typically under 1 MB |
Background Color | Plain white or light-colored (no patterns or shadows) |
Printable | Yes – required for physical submission at consulates |
Image definition parameters | Correct for requiments |
Neutral – mouth closed, no smiling or frowning
Fully open, clearly visible
Centered in the frame, facing forward
Should occupy 70–80% of the height of the photo
Dark, solid colors preferred; avoid white tops
Not allowed unless medically necessary
Allowed for religious or medical reasons, face must be fully visible
Even lighting, no shadows or reflections on the face or background
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Use a high-quality smartphone or digital camera. Stand 1.5–2 meters from a white or light-colored background. Ensure soft, even lighting
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Submit your image to PhotoGov. Make sure your face is clearly visible with a neutral expression
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If you don’t want to go through the trouble and expense of locating and hiring a professional photographer to take your picture, you can simply take your own from home. So long as you follow the below instructions carefully, you can capture the perfect employment authorization photo yourself:
Open up the PhotoGov.net photo service and take your picture. Make sure you’re not wearing any headcovers or glasses, do not wear a uniform, and keep your expression neutral. Ensure that the area is well-lit and that you are standing against a neutral background.
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Next, upload your image and process it through our site.
Finally, you can download your ID photo. These images can be printed off, or you can simply use them as digital photos.
Wrong size (e.g., passport-size instead of 35 x 35 MM)
Type Face, Proprietary Sidegear — ( Shadowed glasses or intimate covering of face)
Low Image quality , Blurry or high ISO
Any background with shadows, orties on background or objects
Smiling or Head tilted
During photo processing, PhotoGov will automatically scan and fix these problems
Below are examples of correct and incorrect photos
Do not remove Retouching: Refrain from digital filters or pixel editing apps
Sharpness — Your image must be sharp and not pixelated and blurred
Face Ratio — you should be about 70–80% tall in the photo
File Format & Size JPEG or PNG; up to 1MB for digital submission
Physical sample: Run a colour code 35×35mm (3.5×3.5 cm.) on photo paper with high quality matte or glossy
Image Context: Upload Image to India PCC or Birth Certificate Application Portal. It should be according to the size and resolution
When taking pictures of babies and children for employment authorization, many of the same rules apply; for example, they must still adhere to the dress code, and the photograph must be high-quality and well-lit. With that being said, the State Department is generally more forgiving when it comes to the neutral expression requirement.
For slightly older babies:
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