Download Bihar Gazette Forms
Official application forms for name change in Bihar (2026 Edition).
Annexure-I Adults (18+)
Primary form for Bihar residents seeking name, surname, or religion change. Must be accompanied by a notarized affidavit and local ID proofs.
Download PDF ↓Annexure-II Minors (< 18)
Dedicated form for minor children. Requires signatures from both parents/guardians and child's original Bihar birth certificate copy.
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Surname change form?
Adults should always use **Annexure-I** for any identity correction, including surname restoration after marriage or divorce.
Is Birth Certificate needed?
Yes. For minors in Bihar, the **Birth Certificate** is a mandatory attachment for Annexure-II applications.
Submit in Hindi or English?
Official Gazette records prefer **English and Hindi** both. We recommend filling the forms in Block Letters (English) for clarity.
Need a physical print?
The Bihar Government Press at Gulzarbagh requires **Original Physical Signatures** on the printed application form.
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