What is DPI and why does the PAN card portal require 200 DPI?

DPI stands for Dots Per Inch, representing print density. NSDL Protean and UTIITSL verify that uploaded images carry 200 DPI metadata so that the printed plastic PAN card displays sharp photos without pixelation.

Does changing DPI change my image pixel dimensions?

No. Modifying DPI only updates the physical print scaling metadata header (JFIF APP0 segment). Your image pixel dimensions remain unchanged.

How do I verify the DPI of the downloaded file?

On Windows, right-click the downloaded file, open Properties, and click Details. The Horizontal and Vertical Resolution fields will display 200 DPI.

Can I set 300 DPI for passport prints?

Yes. You can select the 300 DPI preset or enter any custom integer density from 72 up to 1200 DPI.

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Change Image DPI to 200 Online

Change image DPI to 200 adjusts the resolution density metadata embedded inside your JPEG photograph without altering pixel dimensions or degrading visual quality. It embeds genuine JFIF APP0 tags with 200 DPI or 300 DPI density required by the NSDL Protean and UTIITSL PAN card and passport portals.

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Upload photo to change DPI resolution

Sets resolution density headers to 200 DPI (for PAN card forms) or 300 DPI (for passport prints) without recompression loss.

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Official Government Portal DPI Requirements

Source: NSDL Protean and UTIITSL Portals (Verified October 2026)

Item Requirement	Required Value
PAN Photo Specification	213x213 px, strictly 200 DPI, size under 50 KB
PAN Signature Specification	Strictly 200 DPI, size under 20 KB, black ink
Passport Print Standard	300 DPI high resolution density for archival prints
Screen Default	72 to 96 DPI (rejected by PAN and biometric portals)

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