Name change (gazette notification)

Overview

Change your name legally: affidavit, newspaper advertisement and publication in the official gazette, which is accepted for passports, PAN and bank records.

What's included

Affidavit, proforma and gazette application drafted
Advertisement in a national newspaper
Application for gazette publication filed
Copy of the gazette sent to you

Steps involved in Name change (gazette notification)

1

Questionnaire

Share your old and new names and the reason.
2

Drafting

The affidavit, proforma and gazette application are drafted.
3

Sign and send

Sign the documents and send them with the notarised affidavit.
4

Newspaper

The name change is advertised in a national newspaper.
5

Gazette

The application is filed; publication takes 15 to 50 days.
6

Copy to you

You get the gazette copy to update your records.

Documents required

Notarised affidavit for the name change
Proforma signed by two witnesses (name, address, phone)
Two self-attested passport size photos
ID proof of the applicant

Things to know

Gazette and newspaper charges are separate.
Usually ready in 45 working days after we have your documents.

The LawConnect assurance

Verified advocates

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Private and confidential

Your matter is seen only by your advocate.

Free cancellation

Within 2 hours of booking.

Upfront fees

Government fees listed separately.

Payment structure

100%

Professional fee, paid at booking

100% at booking

Government, court and stamp fees

Gazette and newspaper charges are separate.

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Frequently asked questions

Passport, PAN and many government records accept a name change only with a copy of the official gazette.

She can update most records with the marriage certificate, but a gazette notification is the safest proof everywhere.

Yes. The parent or guardian applies on the child's behalf.

The timeline is shown under "Things to know". It starts once we have all the details and papers we need.

A Bar Council verified advocate who practises in this area. You can also choose an advocate from their profile before booking.

Yes. Your matter and documents are visible only to you, your advocate and support staff when you ask for help.

Yes, from My Bookings. It is free within 2 hours of booking; after that a cancellation fee may apply.

No. The price is the professional fee only. Any government, stamp duty or court fees are paid separately.

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