Legal Name Change Process
Here’s a detailed breakdown of the steps involved in the Legal name change procedure:
Name Change Affidavit
Create an affidavit on stamp paper with your old and new name, and the reason for the change.
It must be signed by two witnesses and notarized by a notary public.
Newspaper Advertisement
Publish an advertisement in two newspapers: one in English and one in a regional language.
This serves as a public notice of your name change.
Gazette Notification
Submit the affidavit and newspaper clippings to the Department of Publication for Gazette notification.
Once published, your name change is officially recognized.
Receive Approved Gazette Copy
Once your application is approved, we will email the approved Gazette copy directly to your provided email address.
Maharashtra Gazette Name Change Service
Our Maharashtra Gazette Name Change Service is a smooth, convenient and problem-free process that a person can undergo in order to change his or her name legally. This service simplifies the documenting exercise since it ensures that the clients go through the process of changing their name with minimum tasks. So, that is how it helps you and us as our workflow:
Benefits of Our Name Change Service:
Complete Guidance & Assistance:
We make it easy and straightforward by guiding you step by step through the name change process, whether you are getting married, fixing a misspelled name, or becoming somebody new, we are here to help.
Quick & Hassle-Free Process:
Through the Maharashtra Gazette Name Change system, you shall be able to do the whole process at the comfort of your home, save yourself time and the long queues and papers.
Digitized & Simplified:
The system allows you to filing and publishing your name change in the Maharashtra Gazette online, reducing the traditional obstacles and giving you the speed.
Official Name Change Documentation:
Your name change will be legally recorded after it is endorsed and published in the Maharashtra Gazette and accepted by all legal and governmental systems.
Our Workflow:
Consultation:
We start with a consultation to ascertain the reason behind your change of name (personal, marital or clerical) and proceed to format the paper as such.
Documentation Preparation:
We bring all the required papers and make sure that forms are duly completed to avoid delays or rejections.
Online Filing:
Our team does online filing of your name change application with the Maharashtra Gazette, and ensures every step is followed properly.
Approval & Gazette Publication:
Once you have submitted it, your name change shall be printed in the Maharashtra Gazette whereby you shall be issued with an official copy as a record of your new name.
Support for Further Updates:
After we publish your name change, we help you update your official documentation (ID, passport, etc.) to reflect the change.
Table of Contents
- Procedure For Name Change In Gazette Maharashtra
- How To publish Name Change Advertisement In Newspaper?
- What Is Rate of name change ad in newspaper?
- For Name Change which documents require as proof of old name ?
- What is Format Of Affidavit Name Change In Gazette Maharashtra
- Change of Name ads – Gazette Consultant Address
We Ensure complete Assistance on Documentation & Makes Process Quick & Hassle Free.
We offer complete guidance & Assistance at every step
- Photo ID : Pancard, Driving License, Passport, Voter ID….(Any one)
- Present Address proof : Ration card, Aadhar Card, Electricity Bill…..(Any One)
- Birth Certifcate OR Bonafide Certificate (Applicable for Minors below 18)
- Passport size Photograph
- Download Application Form from top of the page Fill it, & email us with all documents from S.no 1 to 5 at : info@changeofname.in
Change of Name ads – Gazette Consultant Address
205 , Rajasthan Technical centre,
Patanwala Estate , L.B.S marg ,
Ghatkopar (W) , Mumbai – 86
Website – https://changeofname.in/
Me and family was tensed & I was little frightened about how to do what to do next. and after 3 month gazette my study will remain at a side And I have to be prepared for my s.s.c examination . Then at last i went back to the same teacher & inquired she replied that No need to worry for it, There is no need to local go government gazette office and waiting for long queues at government gazette office and waiting in a long queues to get . Your gazette for name change and other registration and waiting time in long queues at government office . Technology to transportation and service facilities has change our way of lifestyle . Now there is no need to standing long queue and wait for 3-4 hours or more. And my father is working and cannot go there as times is precious, Times money. For this reason Maharastra government has made a online registration of gazette . now your gazette application for name change is few clicks away .
Teacher told me that there are people who make gazette for Change of Name As I told them I want to make gazette they told me that you are above 18 years or below 18 years age . I told them that I am 16 years old they told me that there are 2 types of gazette general gazette and tatkal ( tatkal is coster then general ) . Tatkal gazette can be done in 25 to 30 days and the rate is 1100 Rs .
Change of name team provides services to the the customer. After gazette is published we will make it reach to your address.
As you come below 18 years age Document required for change of name for minor –
- Birth Certificate
- Bonafide Certificate
- School Id
- 2 passport size photo copies
And you can mail your document at changeofnameads@gmail.com and your problem will be solved by gazette
Do you want to make ?general or Tatkal ?
I want to make Tatkal . As I want to fill my s.s.c board Examination form .I have to make gazette fast . So I ave to choose Tatkal procedure . And I want to make preparation of may board exam . As my board examination is coming near.
Maharashtra Online gazette and Change of Name team had made my work easier and simpler . And now I can study for may board examination and now there is no wastage of Time and I can study properly
Procedure For Name Change In Gazette Maharashtra
In India if you want to change your name legally you must follow three things below.
- Affidavit Submission:
- Ad Publication:
- Gazette Notification:
1. Affidavit Submission for Name Change In Gazette Maharashtra:
You need to contact notary to prepare Affidavit for Name Change. Give detail like name, new name, residential address, reason to name change for example: spelling mistake, marriage, Numerology ect. After getting sign of officer with their stamp keep copy with you for future legal procesure.
For Name Change, you’ll need to make an affidavit before a Notary or a Magistrate. This is when you declare to the Notary or Magistrate that the information you’re providing is true and that you’re personally responsible for your statement. You can now change your name by using our simple online form. All you have to do is fill in your details in less than two minutes on our website with in no time our assistant will reply you for Name Change Affidavit India
2. Ad Publication:
After making Affidavit you need to publish an advertisement in local and national newspaper. One English newspaper and one any regional language you can select. For example you are in Mumbai then you can select Active Times andMumbai Lakshadeep, or Free Press Journal and Navshakti Newspaper.
Just fill the form on our website and attached document as require , after payment done your ad will be published on selected date in selected newspaper.
3. Gazette Notification:
After your Gazette notification has been published the name change will legally effective.
Submit all documents on Gazette office.
- Deed changing name form
- Letter of declaration reason why you are changing name
- Original copies of advertisements published in Newspapers with the date
- Attested Photographs
- Address and Identity proofs
You will get Gazette notifications , print the change of your name in the Gazette.
How To publish Name Change Advertisement In Newspaper?
Newspaper Advertisement
To publish your name change advertisement in newspaper online is very simple and fast, just follow these steps and its done!
- Select proper city for your Name Change Ad
Select city from list to publish your name change ad in newspaper. City like: Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Pune, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata etc. - Select Newspaper for publishing Change of Name Ad from list
For example : Times of India, Loksatta, Jansatta, Indian Express, Maharashtra Times, Navbharat Times. - Fill the form with all details and make payment.
To confirm your Name Change Ad in Newspaper make payment through Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, Google Pay, PayTm, Bank Deposit.
Now just relax its done.
You will received invoice on your registered email id.
Email us documents and Affidavit. Approve your advertisement in newspaper on selected date.
Your Name Change Advertisement is published in Newspaper on selected date, keep copy with you.
For Name Change Ad in Newspaper for Passport use same procedure explain above.
What Is Rate of name change ad in newspaper?
Rate of Advertisement For Name Change In Newspaper
The cost for Advertisement For Name Change In Newspaper start from 180/-. The cost of advertising depends on the newspaper and the city you are targeting . For example if you select Mumbai Active Times, Mumbai Lakshadeep and Free Press Journal, Navshakti cost will be 450/-. Select city you want and select newspaper from this site and start booking advertisement for name change in newspaper. Just give a call assistant to get Help 9326098181.
For Name Change which documents require as proof of old name ?
This is a list of acceptable documents as proof of old name and proof of address as per dgps Maharashtra gov in
- PASSPORT
- AADHAR CARD
- PAN CARD
- BIRTH CERTIFICATE
- VOTER CARD
- RATION CARD
- DRIVING LICENCE
- ELECTRICITY BILL
What is Format Of Affidavit Name Change In Gazette Maharashtra
I......(Old Name).....s/o,d/o,d/o...............R/o..........do solemnly hereby declare and affirm as under: 1. That I am presently Citizen of India(As Gazette of India os for Indian Citizen Only.) 2.I am residing at above said premises. 3. My Old Name is...... (Supporting Documents,10th certificate, date of birth certificate, Affidavit from 1st class Magistrate.) 4.My new Name is......... 5.Gender(Male/Female).....
You can check your gazette certificate here egazzete in Maharashtra. Also you can Check Application Status online of your Aadhar Card Name Change in India.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, for Change of name after marriage marriage certificate are not Mandatory, But if available providing it as a Supporting Document will enhance your Chances of approval.
Hello, to update your name on Aadhaar card, you need to apply for name change gazette notification first, You can call or talk to us on Whatsapp also 9326098181, we will guide you through the procedure.
“for Adoption , there would be requirment of many documents like adoption certificate and Noc from First father or orphanage ( if adopted from there ) kindly speak to our customer care, we will guide you the rest of process in easily and simple way”
Hello Krupa, Nice to hear from you, Basically for changing Name legally after marriage, you need to make a Government Gazette, and obtaining gazette you can change your name in all legal documents like Pancard, Aadhar card, Voters id, etc. But In case you want to change the name in Passport you have a Make an Affidavit “Annexure D” and get it notarized, and also Publish advertisement in two newspapers, thus completing the entire process.
The Gazette Office in Mumbai is in Charni Road, near Station. But the process for Change of name is made online by the government of Maharashtra. Do visit dgps.mahagov site or there are some agents who help you to do it..
Yes, Affidavit “Annexure E” Deed poll affidavit is needed along with the newspaper advertisement of the same. U can Find the Content in http://changeofname.in/change-of-name-affidavit-for-passport-annexure-e-affidavit-format-sample/
Yes, you can change your name in the school leaving certificate by following the name change procedure via the Gazette notification. Once the change is published in the Gazette, it is legally recognized and can be used to request the correction in your school records.
The process involves publishing a name change notification in the Gazette, followed by submitting an application to your school board with a copy of the Gazette notification, the original school leaving certificate, identity proof, and a notarized affidavit.
- A notarized affidavit stating the old and new names, and the reason for the change
- Two newspaper ads (one in English and one in a local language)
- A CD or soft copy of the application
- Proof of identity (Aadhaar, PAN card, etc.)
- Proof of address
- Recent passport-sized photographs
- The original or a copy of the school leaving certificate
Once the Gazette notification is published, submit these documents to your school or educational institution for correction.
Yes, you can change the caste in your school leaving certificate by following the Gazette procedure. A Gazette notification serves as legal proof for caste corrections in educational records.
The process typically takes 30 to 45 working days from the date of submission of documents to the Gazette office. After publication, you can use the Gazette notification to request a name change in your school leaving certificate.
Yes, if there is an error or you wish to change the date of birth in your school leaving certificate, you can apply for a Gazette notification. A corrected Gazette notification will be required to update the date of birth in your school records.
While the application for a name change in the Gazette can be initiated online, the school board may require you to submit physical copies of the Gazette notification, affidavits, and other documents for the name change in your school leaving certificate. It is best to check with your respective school board for their specific procedure.
Yes, as part of the Gazette notification process, you need to publish name change ads in two newspapers—one in English and the other in the local language. These ads are a required step before the Gazette publication.
For minor spelling errors or corrections in your name, you can apply for name correction by submitting an affidavit and supporting documents to your school. If the correction is significant (e.g., complete name change), a Gazette notification is required.
- A copy of the Gazette notification
- The original or a copy of the school leaving certificate
- Identity and address proof
- Newspaper advertisements (optional but recommended)
The school will process your request and issue a new certificate with the corrected name.
Yes, parents or guardians can apply for a name change in the school records of a minor through a Gazette notification. The application must include the child's birth certificate, the guardian's identity proof, and an affidavit.
For minor typographical errors in the school leaving certificate, some schools may accept a corrected affidavit or a request letter for correction. However, if the error significantly changes the name or identification, a Gazette notification may be required.
If you are changing your name due to marriage, you can apply for a Gazette notification to legally change your name. After receiving the Gazette, you can request a name change in your school leaving certificate by submitting the Gazette notification to your school.
Yes, if your Aadhaar or PAN card reflects your new name, you can use these as supporting documents when applying for the name change in your school leaving certificate. However, a Gazette notification is still necessary to make the change official.
- Notarization fees for the affidavit
- Fees for publishing the name change ad in newspapers
- A processing fee for the Gazette publication
- The school fee for reissuing the corrected certificate
There is no fixed time limit, but it is advisable to apply for the name change in your school leaving certificate soon after the Gazette notification is published to avoid any delays in document verification for future admissions, job applications, or government services.
Once you submit your name change application with the required documents, you can track the process online through the official Gazette portal or contact the Gazette office for updates.
For minor spelling mistakes, some schools may allow changes based on an affidavit alone. However, for a full name change or significant corrections, most educational institutions, including in Maharashtra, require a Gazette notification to make the change official.
Yes, once your name change is officially published in the Gazette, you can approach your school with a copy of the notification, affidavit, and supporting documents to request the update in your school leaving certificate.
You can change your caste in your school leaving certificate by publishing a Gazette notification. Once the caste change is published in the Gazette, submit the notification to your school board along with supporting documents, and they will update the certificate.
After the Gazette name change is published, the processing time to update your school leaving certificate can vary. Typically, schools will take 1–3 weeks to process the request, but you should check with your school board for more specific timelines.
Yes, after the Gazette notification for your name change is published, you must submit the notification to your school board or institution for them to update your school leaving certificate with your new name.
Yes, if you live in Maharashtra, you can apply for a name change in the school leaving certificate even if your records are from another state. However, you will need to follow the Maharashtra state guidelines and Gazette notification procedure to update your name.
Yes, if the name on your school leaving certificate doesn’t match official records like Aadhaar or passport, you can apply for a name change through a Gazette notification. Once published, you can use the notification to update your certificate.
Yes, you can correct the date of birth in your school leaving certificate by applying for a Gazette notification to make the change official. Once the Gazette is published, you can approach your school for the correction.
Minor corrections, such as spelling mistakes or typos, may not require a Gazette notification if the error is simple. However, if the mistake affects your name, date of birth, or other key information, a Gazette notification is recommended to make the correction official.
Yes, you can change your name in the school leaving certificate after marriage by following the Gazette notification process. The publication in the Gazette will serve as legal proof, which you can use to update your academic records.
Many steps of the name change process can be done online, such as submitting the application and uploading required documents. However, a Gazette notification must be published in a physical form, and some schools may require a hard copy submission for updating your school leaving certificate.
Yes, even if your school leaving certificate is outdated, you can still apply for a name change based on the Gazette notification. The Gazette notification serves as valid proof to update your school records.
To change your child’s name in the school leaving certificate, you will need to publish a Gazette notification on their behalf. After the Gazette is published, submit a copy to the school along with an affidavit and any other required documents for the name correction.
To ensure your name change in the Gazette is accepted by your school or board, make sure you provide all the required documents, including the original Gazette notification, affidavit, and proof of identity. Schools and boards typically accept the Gazette as the final legal proof.
Ensure that all details in your name change affidavit match those in the Gazette notification, including your old name, new name, and reason for change. Additionally, make sure your newspaper ads are published correctly and on time. Errors or discrepancies can cause delays in the Gazette process.
To apply for a Gazette notification in Maharashtra, you must submit an affidavit, newspaper advertisements, and supporting documents to the Department of Publications. You can also apply online for Gazette notifications through various government websites, depending on the specific process outlined by the state.
The cost involved includes the Gazette publication fee, newspaper ad fees, notary fees for the affidavit, and the school fee for reissuing the updated certificate. The total cost can vary depending on your service provider and the school board’s policies.
If your school refuses to update your school leaving certificate after the Gazette notification is published, you can appeal to the educational board or higher authorities. You can also provide a court affidavit or other legal documents to support your case.
Yes, you can apply for a name change in the Gazette even after you have passed out of school. The Gazette will serve as legal proof, allowing you to request a school certificate name change from your previous school.