Complete, 100% online name change process — affidavit, newspaper ad, and official Gazette notification handled by experts. No office visits required.
A Gazette notification for a name change is an official government publication that legally records your new name. It is published by the Controller of Publications (Central Government, Delhi) or the respective State Gazette authority. Once published, the Gazette notification is the primary legal proof of your name change — accepted by UIDAI (Aadhaar), PAN card authorities, passport offices, banks, and all government departments across India. It is mandatory for updating most identity documents and is recommended for any complete legal name change.
Our experts handle every step. You simply upload your documents — we do the rest.
Notarized affidavit on ₹100 stamp paper with old name, new name & reason.
Publish in 2 newspapers — one regional, one English — with full name details.
Send documents + government fee to Controller of Publications or State Gazette office.
Your name change is published in the Official Gazette. Receive PDF/physical copy.
Use Gazette to update Aadhaar, PAN, passport, bank accounts & all records.
Over a decade of experience in legal name change and Gazette notification services.
10+ years of experience in name change and Gazette notification across India.
Submit from your mobile or laptop — no office visit required, anywhere in India.
Legally valid affidavits drafted by documentation specialists, ready for notarization.
Zero errors in Gazette submissions. Correct authority, correct format, every time.
Expedited handling for urgent cases. We track your application until you receive the Gazette.
Your documents are encrypted and stored securely. Only authorized personnel have access.
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We process Gazette name change cases for every Indian state. No matter where you live, your application can be done 100% online.
Gazette notification and name change — everything you need to know.
A Gazette notification is an official government publication that legally records your new name. It is published by the Controller of Publications (Central) or the State Gazette authority and serves as the primary legal proof of your name change — accepted by Aadhaar, PAN, passport, banks, and all government departments across India.
Gazette notification is the strongest legal proof of a name change and is required by most government departments including passport offices, UIDAI (Aadhaar), and banks. For minor corrections, a notarized affidavit may suffice, but Gazette publication is always recommended for complete legal recognition.
You need: (1) notarized affidavit on ₹100 stamp paper, (2) original newspaper clippings from 2 newspapers, (3) completed application form, (4) identity proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport/Voter ID), (5) passport-size photographs, and (6) the government processing fee (₹700–₹1,500).
The Central Gazette name change typically takes 15–30 working days after submission of all complete documents. State Gazette timelines vary between 10–45 days depending on the state.
The government fee ranges from ₹700 to ₹1,500 depending on the state. This is separate from affidavit preparation, newspaper advertisement, and service charges. Contact us for an exact cost estimate for your specific case and location.
Yes. The entire name change process — affidavit drafting, newspaper advertisement booking, and Gazette application submission — can be completed 100% online through Change of Name India. You do not need to visit any government office.
Our specialists will guide you on exact documents, process, timeline, and cost for your specific case.