What is the exact photo size for UTI and Protean?

UTIITSL requires a 213 x 213 pixels photo at 300 DPI under 30 KB. Protean (NSDL) requires a 197 x 276 pixels (3.5 x 2.5 cm) photo at 200 DPI under 50 KB.

Does this tool work for both UTIITSL and Protean (NSDL)?

Yes. Select the provider from the top menu, and the tool will automatically apply the correct dimensions, DPI, and file size limits.

Can I use this for PAN card correction or reprint?

Yes. The same specifications apply for new PAN applications, corrections, reprints, and TAN registrations.

PAN Photo & Signature Resizer — UTI & Protean

Select your provider below to auto-set exact dimensions, DPI, and KB limits. 100% browser-based and secure.

हिंदी में जानकारी: पैन कार्ड के लिए फोटो और सिग्नेचर रीसाइज़ करना अब बहुत आसान है। UTIITSL और Protean (NSDL) के लिए सही साइज़ और DPI चुनें। कोई फ़ाइल सर्वर पर अपलोड नहीं होती, सब कुछ आपके फ़ोन या कंप्यूटर में ही प्रोसेस होता है।

🎯 Choose your PAN provider

Select the portal you are applying on. Values will be auto-filled with exact specifications.

📋 PAN Card Photo & Signature Requirements

Provider	Photo Specs	Photo Max	Signature Specs	Signature Max
UTIITSL	213 × 213 px @ 300 DPI	30 KB	400 × 200 px @ 600 DPI	60 KB
Protean (NSDL)	197 × 276 px @ 200 DPI	50 KB	354 × 157 px @ 200 DPI	50 KB

Photo Resizer 213×213

Upload your PAN photo. Auto-resize to 213×213 px, 300 DPI, ≤ 30 KB.

Upload Photo

JPG, PNG or WEBP

Width (px)

Height (px)

DPI

Target Size (KB)

💡 Tip: Plain white background, face centered, both ears visible. Tool uses "Cover" crop to avoid stretching.

Signature Resizer 400×200

Upload your signature. Auto-resize to 400×200 px, 600 DPI, ≤ 60 KB.

Upload Signature

JPG, PNG or WEBP

Width (px)

Height (px)

DPI

Target Size (KB)

💡 Tip: Sign on plain white paper with black or blue ink. Tool uses "Contain" mode to ensure nothing is cropped.

Complete Guide: PAN Photo & Signature Resizer — UTI & Protean

Filing for a PAN card requires a photograph and signature in very specific dimensions and file sizes. If the parameters are wrong, the portal silently rejects your application. Use this free browser-based tool to resize your files perfectly.

1. UTIITSL vs Protean (NSDL) Specifications

Unlike popular belief, UTIITSL and Protean (formerly NSDL) have different specifications for photo and signature. Choose your provider carefully:

Requirement	UTIITSL	Protean (NSDL)
Photo Dimensions	213 × 213 px (Square)	3.5 × 2.5 cm (197 × 276 px)
Photo DPI	300 DPI	200 DPI
Photo Size Limit	Under 30 KB	Under 50 KB
Signature Dimensions	400 × 200 px (Rectangle)	4.5 × 2 cm (354 × 157 px)
Signature DPI	600 DPI	200 DPI
Signature Size Limit	Under 60 KB	Under 50 KB

2. Why Aspect Ratio Matters (No Stretching)

Most online tools simply stretch the image to fit the required box, which makes the face look fat or thin. This is a major reason for rejection. Our tool uses smart logic:

For Photos (Cover mode): It zooms in slightly and crops the edges to fill the box without stretching your face.
For Signatures (Contain mode): It fits the entire signature inside the box with a white background, ensuring no part of your signature is cut off.

3. How to Use This Tool

Select your provider: Click UTIITSL or Protean at the top. The boxes will auto-fill with the correct values.
Upload photo: Choose your file. The tool will automatically output the exact pixels, DPI, and size limit.
Upload signature: Choose your scanned signature file.
Download: Click the green download buttons and upload these files to the official government portal.

4. Frequently Asked Questions

Are my files uploaded to a server?

No. Everything happens 100% locally in your browser. Your sensitive documents never leave your device.

Why does Protean need 200 DPI while UTI needs 300 DPI?

Both portals use different software for verification. UTI prints at a higher resolution, hence requires 300 DPI for photos and 600 DPI for signatures. Protean uses a standard 200 DPI for both.

What if I don't know which portal I am using?

If you are applying through UTIITSL (utiitsl.com), use the UTI settings. If you are on the Protean portal (onlineservices.protean-tinpan.com), use the Protean settings.