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Voter ID (EPIC) photo size and requirements

Photo specifications for new voter registration (Form 6) and corrections on the Election Commission portal.

How we keep this guide updated: we review this page when Election Commission portal upload rules change, and refresh examples based on common user errors.

Voter ID photo specifications

SpecificationRequirement
Photo size35x45mm (3.5x4.5cm)
BackgroundPlain white or light
FaceFront-facing, neutral expression, eyes open
ColorColor photo preferred
RecencyRecent photo showing current appearance
Digital uploadJPEG within the portal limit (commonly under 100KB)

Form 6 registration and corrections

When registering as a new voter with Form 6 on voters.eci.gov.in, upload a recent passport-size photograph that meets the portal limits. The same photo standard applies when submitting corrections to an existing EPIC.

One photo for many IDs

The 35x45mm white-background standard is shared by voter ID, Aadhaar, PAN, passport, and driving licence. A single recent, well-lit photo can cover all of them, which is why it pays to get the master shot right once.

Frequently asked questions

A recent 35x45mm passport-size photo on a plain light background.
Yes, if it is recent and meets the size and background rules, one photo works for both.
JPEG uploads within the stated size limit, commonly under 100KB. SnapID compresses to fit automatically.
Yes, through the correction flow on the Election Commission portal, using the same photo specifications.

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