Where can I print Indian passport photos?

You can print Indian passport photos at any photo studio, stationery shop, Xerox shop, or online print service. Use Kindro's free 4×6 print layout and ask for a standard 4×6 inch glossy print (₹5-10).

What paper should I use for Indian passport photos?

Use glossy or matte photo paper. Standard 4×6 inch photo paper works perfectly — Kindro's print layout fits four 2×2 inch passport photos on a single 4×6 sheet with cut guides.

Can I print passport photos at home?

Yes, if you have a photo-quality inkjet or laser printer and glossy photo paper. Print at 300 DPI on 4×6 inch paper for the best results. However, printing at a local studio is often cheaper and produces better quality.

How to Print Indian Passport Photos — Studio & Online

Print Specifications

Indian passport photos must be printed at the correct size and quality. Here are the requirements:

Photo size: 2×2 inches (51×51 mm)
Resolution: 300 DPI minimum
Paper: Glossy or matte photo paper
Background: Plain white
Color: Full color, no black and white
Print quality: Sharp, no pixelation or banding

Tip: Kindro’s 4×6 print layout includes four 2×2 inch photos with cut guides. Just print this as a standard 4×6 photo and cut along the lines.

Option 1: Photo Studio (Recommended)

The easiest and most affordable option for most people in India. Photo studios are found near every Passport Seva Kendra (PSK), market area, and busy intersection.

Create your photo on Kindro’s free tool
Download the 4×6 print layout to your phone
Visit any photo studio or stationery shop
Ask them to print it as a “4×6 glossy photo” — no cropping
Cost: ₹5–15 for a single 4×6 print
Cut along the guides to get four passport photos

Important: Tell the shop to print the image “as-is” without any auto-cropping or resizing. The layout is already sized correctly.

Option 2: Online Print Services

If you prefer doorstep delivery, several online print services in India can print your passport photos:

Zoomin: Upload the 4×6 layout, order glossy prints, delivered in 2–4 days
Printo: Available in major cities with same-day pickup options
Snapfish India: Online ordering with home delivery
Local photo labs: Many accept WhatsApp orders — send the image and pick up later

Online printing costs ₹10–30 per 4×6 print plus delivery. Best for convenience when you’re not near a photo studio.

Option 3: Home Printer

If you have a photo-quality printer at home, you can print passport photos yourself:

Download the 4×6 print layout from Kindro
Load 4×6 inch glossy photo paper into your printer
Set print quality to “Best” or “Photo” mode
Print at actual size — do not “Fit to Page”
Let the print dry completely before cutting

Note: Home printers vary in quality. Inkjet printers with photo paper produce good results, but the ink cost per print may be higher than a studio. If you’re printing for an important application (passport, visa, OCI), a professional print is safer.

Cutting Your Photos

After printing the 4×6 layout, cut along the printed guides to get four individual 2×2 inch photos:

Use a paper cutter or sharp scissors with a straight edge
Cut along the thin guide lines on the print
Each photo should measure exactly 51×51 mm (2×2 inches)
Avoid ragged edges — PSK counters may reject torn or uneven photos

Common Printing Mistakes

Auto-cropping: Studios sometimes auto-crop or resize. Insist on printing the image at its original size.
Wrong paper size: The layout is designed for 4×6 inches. Printing on A4 paper will change the photo dimensions.
Low-quality paper: Regular printer paper produces blurry, unprofessional results. Always use photo paper.
“Fit to page” scaling: This shrinks or stretches the image. Always print at “Actual Size” or 100%.
Wet ink: Let inkjet prints dry for at least 5 minutes before handling or cutting.