PAN upload pack
PAN Card Photo & Signature Resizer
PAN application methods differ between physical-document, e-sign, and provider workflows. Use these practical image presets only after checking the instructions shown by your selected authorized PAN service.
Last verified: June 19, 2026
Protean and UTIITSL workflows can differ. The instruction displayed in your selected application method is authoritative.
Working image tool
Prepare one upload asset
Process each required file separately. Always check the active official notice and the downloaded result.
Format: JPG/JPEG
Size: Provider-specific; commonly up to 50KB
Dimensions: Practical square digital preset: 213 × 213 px
Upload specifications
Select each processable asset in the tool above. Capture-only assets must be completed inside the official portal.
| Asset | Format | File size | Dimensions / capture | Key guidance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PAN photograph | JPG/JPEG | Provider-specific; commonly up to 50KB | Practical square digital preset: 213 × 213 px | Recent colour photograph with a plain light background. |
| PAN signature | JPG/JPEG | Provider-specific; commonly up to 50KB | Practical digital preset: 600 × 300 px | Dark signature on white paper with clear strokes. |
Good preparation examples
- Check whether your application uses digital upload, Aadhaar e-sign, or physical documents.
- Do not reuse a tiny signature thumbnail that becomes pixelated.
Final upload checklist
- ✓Authorized provider selected
- ✓Application method confirmed
- ✓Provider instructions checked
- ✓Photo and signature are clear
- ✓Final preview reviewed
Common upload errors
Following dimensions from a different PAN provider
Use the instructions displayed in the exact Protean or UTIITSL workflow you selected.
Photograph is a filtered selfie
Use a clean identity photograph with natural colour and lighting.
Signature touches the image edges
Leave a small white margin without excessive empty space.
Frequently asked questions
Are PAN image specifications universal?
No. Requirements can differ by provider and application method. Treat the on-screen provider instruction as authoritative.
Can I use this for a physical PAN form photograph?
This page prepares digital files. Printed-photo requirements and physical-form placement must follow the form instructions.
Not sure whether the file is ready?
Run the downloaded output through the Universal Form File Checker and compare it with the active official instructions before submission.
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