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Gazette Name Change – An Overview
Gazette name change is the legal process of officially changing your name in government records by publishing it in the Official Gazette of India. This document serves as valid proof of your new name and is accepted for updating records in PAN, Passport, Aadhaar, bank accounts, and more.
Legal Recognition: Once published in the Gazette, your new name is legally recognized by all government and private institutions.
Proof for Updates: Gazette notification acts as valid proof for changing name in important documents like Passport, Aadhaar, PAN, etc.
Widely Accepted: Accepted in banks, government departments, universities, and courts as legal name change proof.
Documents Required for Gazette Name Change
To successfully apply for a Gazette name change in India, the following documents are typically required:
Duly filled Name Change Application Form
Affidavit for Name Change (Notarized)
Newspaper Publication (Original copies of 2 newspapers)
Passport-size Photographs
Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN, Voter ID, etc.)
Address Proof (Electricity bill, Aadhaar, etc.)
Marriage Certificate (In case of surname change after marriage)
Government Fees payment receipt
Gazette Name Change Timeline
The Gazette name change process usually takes around 20 to 40 working days after submission of documents, depending on state and central gazette office workload.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Gazette name change mandatory for updating documents?
- How many newspapers are required for name change publication?
- Can I apply for Gazette name change online?
