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Name Change in India

Name change is a very common thing. Many people change names for different reasons. Some do it for good luck, others for marriage and some just want to change the spelling. Irrespective of why you change your name, it has to be done officially. There are legal processes involved, which are quite lengthy and complex.

We have broken down the name change procedure and have explained in detail about the name change procedure in India. The procedure involved for a name change can be split into a simple three-step process. If the steps are followed correctly, it can be done in very less time.

  • * We connect you with the best lawyers to offer advice on the name change procedure in your city.
  • * Our panel of lawyers will assist you with name change application.
  • * Additionally, Vakilsearch is there to help you with the online name change process.
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Name Change Procedure in India - A Detailed Process

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We Create the Name Change Affidavit
  • The first step is to select a new name. Once the name is shortlisted, the next step would be to make a Name Change Affidavit that is best done with the help of a lawyer. An affidavit has to be made on a stamp paper.
  • The name change affidavit has to be signed by two witnesses and gazetted officer rank along with their stamp.
Placing Advertisement
  • We will place an ad in the national newspaper for your name change. Those who are married women, they should also mention the name of their husband and the permanent address in the notification
Gazette Procedure
  • After an initial name change application is submitted, your name has to be published in the National Gazette

CHANGE OF NAME AFFIDAVIT

This affidavit form requires you to fill in your old name or maiden name, new name, current address, age and the reason for the change in name. Newspaper Publication & Publication in Gazette of India are mandatory for Change of Name affidavit

Documents required for Online Name Change Application

  • • An affidavit on a stamp paper, minimum value should be Rs.10.
  • • The original newspaper cutting of the name change advertisement. A prescribed perform in printed format duly signed by the applicant and two witnesses.
  • • Two passport size photographs.
  • • Photocopies of valid ID proof ( PAN card, Aadhaar card or passport)
  • • A CD with a soft copy of the application in .docx format duly filled.
  • • A letter stating that the content in the hard and soft copy of the application is true.
  • • A request letter along with the registration fee to the authority.