Passport Name Change Procedure in Mumbai: 2026 Full Guide

Guide to Name Change in Passport: Mumbai Edition

Why Your Passport Name Matters More Than You Think

Suppose this: you have already booked your flight, packed your baggage and are at the check-in desk of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) and are denied permission to board the plane because of the discrepancy between the name on your passport and your ticket or your visa It is more prevalent than you might say and can be avoided in every

Your passport is not just a travelling document It represents your global legal identity Any mismatch in your name during a passport name change process can lead to delays visa rejection or even denial of boarding — whether you are applying for a US visa travelling to Dubai or clearing immigration Having passport name change done in order and on time is so essential

And then there is the other rationale behind the importance of consistency The government departments banks and other financial institutions are increasingly cross- verifying your information on databases When you have your passport printed with the name Priya Sharma but your Aadhaar printed with the name Priya K Sharma and your PAN printed with the name P Sharma you are inviting to be rubbed in the wrong place Making your passport name the same as the legal name that you are presently carrying is one of the best administrative steps that you can take

This is a specifically designed document which is meant to guide the residents of Mumbai with all the details about the Passport Seva online portal to the Maharashtra / Central Gazette notification procedure including the specifics of the process in Mumbai (newspaper requirements PSK places and the average time taken to complete the process of police verification)

Step-by-Step: How to Change Name in Passport via Passport Seva Online

Re-issue vs Correction — Understand This First

Change of name is thought to be a slight correction that can be stamped or endorsed in the existing passport This is not how the system is currently working A change of name in your passport to a spelling correction or to a complete change of name is considered a Re-issue of Passport and you are sent a new booklet

International immigration systems do not recognize endorsements in old passports and thus in cases where you fill the Passport Seva form you are requesting a re-issue not a mere correction

Step 1: Register or Log In on the Passport Seva New Portal (PSP V20)

Visit official Passport Seva online portal (passportindia.gov.in)

• As a first-time user you can make a quick registration with a valid email ID and mobile number
• Already have an account then log in
• The Government of India has shifted to a newer PSP V20 interface that is more mobile friendly and streamlined compared to the older version
• Before you do so you have to choose the appropriate Passport Office in Mumbai (RPO Mumbai or Mumbai-Suburban) in your profile settings

Step 2: Fill the Application Form Correctly

On the dashboard select

Re-issue of Passport → Reason: Change in Existing Personal Particulars → Field: Name

Key points

• Fill in your current passport information as it is on your current passport booklet
• Choose Name as the list of particulars you would like to modify
• In case there is also a change in your address (e.g you have moved to Andheri or are in Dombivli to Navi Mumbai) you may re-issue the same address with the same name in the same application and save time and cost
• Do not forget to re-check all fields before submitting The online form might provide you with objections at Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) Mumbai due to mistakes in the online form and reschedule your appointment

Step 3: Pay the Fee and Book Your PSK Appointment

After filling the form you will pay the passport fee online

By 2026 the government fee to obtain a new or re-issue a passport is

Type	Amount
36 page booklet Normal	₹1500
60 page booklet Normal	₹2000
36 page Tatkaal	₹3500
60 page Tatkaal	₹4000

You can pay via net banking debit/credit card or UPI After successful payment you will have to book an appointment with your nearest Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK) in Mumbai

• POPSKs such as PSK Andheri PSK Malad PSK Lower Parel and others located in post offices in the suburbs and other areas in Mumbai are very popular
• Mumbai weekend and evening timings are booked within no time therefore you have to book in advance when you have your papers with you

Ad Requirement of Maharashtra Gazette and Newspaper Ad: What people of Mumbai must know

Maharashtra Gazette & Newspaper Ad Requirements — What Mumbai Residents Need to Know

When Is a Maharashtra / Central Gazette Notification Mandatory?

The fact that not every passport name change requires a Gazette notice is a good thing about a straightforward case The Regional Passport Office (RPO) does not always insist on a Gazette entry in the case of minor corrections in spelling (as in Ravi vs Ravee) or the change of surname after marriage with an authentic marriage certificate

But what RPOs consider a Major Name Change - such as

• It is changing your first name
• Extensive change of name (such as Rohit Sharma to Arjun Mehta)
• Change of name which is not supported by a marriage/divorce or other regular legal documents
• Name change associated with gender or change of identity

A notification which is effective and issued by a Maharashtra State Gazette or a Central Gazette becomes obligatory The reasoning is simple I have a Gazette to the world I [Old Name] have changed my name to [New Name] and the passport office and others can do this by themselves

Publishing Your Newspaper Advertisements in Mumbai

For full voluntary name changes you will generally publish ads in two newspapers

• One English-language daily with good circulation in Mumbai (for example Times of India Hindustan Times Indian Express or similar)
• One Marathi or local-language daily (for example Maharashtra Times Lokmat Loksatta Sakal etc)

Best practices

• Ensure both ads are published on the same date
• The ad text should clearly mention old name new name father’s/spouse’s name address and a clear statement that you will be known by the new name henceforth
• Preserve the original full newspaper copies or at least the original cuttings with date and edition visible photocopies alone may not be accepted for Gazette and passport purposes

Getting the Gazette Done — Maharashtra State / Central e-Gazette

Previously in Mumbai candidates were used to physically fill Gazette forms in the government offices or by agents The Maharashtra State Gazette process is now done in large part online and in a few cases passport cases have been adopted by people through Central e-Gazette

Typical Mumbai/Maharashtra Gazette steps for name change are

• Affidavit Prepare a notarised affidavit stating your old name new name reason for change and personal details
• Newspaper ads Publish in one English and one Marathi/local paper as noted above
• Online Gazette application Apply through the Maharashtra State Gazette portal or Central e-Gazette (depending on what you choose/what your advisor suggests)
• Upload your affidavit newspaper clippings ID proof (Aadhaar PAN passport) address proof and photographs
• Pay the Gazette fee online (recent guides indicate an amount in the ₹500+ range always check current government fees at the time of applying)
• Once approved your new name is published in the Maharashtra Gazette you can download or obtain a copy and then use it to update Aadhaar PAN passport bank records and other documents

Document Checklist for Mumbai Residents

Getting your document stack right before your PSK appointment is half the battle won

Core Documents

• Original old passport with self-attested photocopies First two pages (photo and address) Last two pages Any observation pages Significant visas if relevant
• Proof of current Mumbai / MMR address Aadhaar showing your present address in Mumbai/Thane/Navi Mumbai or Recent electricity/water/property tax bill or Registered leave and license (rent) agreement or Recent bank statement with updated address
• Proof of date of birth Birth certificate preferred PAN or Aadhaar may be accepted as per prevailing rules and RPO instructions

Name-Change Supporting Documents

• Original Maharashtra or Central Gazette notification (printout or copy of official Gazette issue showing your entry) + 1–2 photocopies
• Original newspaper clippings (English + Marathi/local) with date/edition visible
• Notarised affidavit for name change on appropriate value stamp paper
• Marriage certificate if your name change is due to marriage
• Divorce decree and affidavit if reverting to maiden name or adopting another name post-divorce

Bring both originals and photocopies neatly organised in a folder PSK counters in Mumbai move faster when the file is complete and arranged logically

Timeline and Police Verification in Mumbai

How Long Does the Name Change Process Take?

The applicants in Mumbai would find it better to estimate the amount of days of work as about 15-25 days after the date of their PSK/POPSK appointment assuming that there is no charge of any police verification and a backlog is not present in RPO Mumbai

In the Tatkaal cases (usually only minor changes are permitted) it may take 3-7 working days depending on the eligibility and satisfaction of the RPI with your documents and the history of verification

These are not guarantees but realistic estimates There may be delays because

• Paperwork is not complete or consistent
• The file is flagged to have further scrutiny
• Delay in police checking local workload or address problems
• Verification of Policemen What to expect in Mumbai

Police Verification: What to Expect in Mumbai

In the majority of name change applications particularly large voluntary applications with Gazette RPO Mumbai will start Pre-Police Verification and then print the new passport

Process overview

• A local policeman (such as Andheri Dadar Thane Navi Mumbai etc) comes to your doorstep
• They check your identity address and occasionally request neighbours to confirm that you are a resident
• The digital tools and app-based workflows have been implemented in many Mumbai police stations to post verification reports more quickly than previously and have enhanced timelines in urban areas where connections are good
• Always have your Aadhaar PAN passport address proof and one or two photographs with you during the verification visit

Final Tips Before Your PSK Appointment in Mumbai

To make your PSK visit smooth

• Arrive at least 15-20 minutes before appointment
• Bring original documents and copies of all essential documents as well as several self-certified copies of the documents of the first instance bundled (ID proofs address proofs Gazette and ads marriage/divorce etc)
• Have your confirmation of appointment printout or SMS/ email on the entrance
• Trace the token-based flow (counters A → B → C) in a patient manner the majority of simple files in Mumbai PSKs are completed in 6090 minutes
• Visit PSK Andheri Malad Lower Parel or a POPSK in your area and the staff handles name change cases daily and will be well versed with the procedure Once you are relaxed both on and off the internet then it tends to be quite effective