Gazette Name Change

Features of State Gazette:

• Published By: State Government
• Validity: Primarily within that state
• Processing Time: Faster (15-30 days typically)
• Cost: Lower (₹300-800 per state)
• Application: State portal or offline
• Best For: State-level document updates and local name changes

Example State Gazettes:

• Maharashtra State Gazette (Aaple Sarkar)
• Odisha e-Gazette portal
• Karnataka, Gujarat, Kerala, Punjab state Gazettes

Features of Central Gazette:

• Published By: Government of India
• Validity: All-India (valid across the country)
• Processing Time: Longer (25-45 working days)
• Cost: Higher (₹1,100-1,700)
• Application: Online or offline at Delhi office
• Best For: National-level name changes

For State Gazette (Online)

Many states offer online submission. Here's the general process:

Example: Maharashtra Gazette Online

Step 1: Visit State Portal

Visit: gazette.mahaonline.gov.in (for Maharashtra) or your respective state portal

Step 2: Register/Login

• Click "Create New Account"
• Provide Aadhaar details
• OTP sent to registered mobile
• Create User ID and password
• Verify email

Step 3: Select Service

• Choose "Change in Name"
• Click "Apply for New Service"

Step 4: Fill Application Form

• Personal details (old name, new name)
• Father's/Husband's name
• Address with pin code
• Date of birth, age
• Reason for change
• Contact details

Step 5: Upload Documents

• ID Proof (PDF/JPEG, max 2MB)
• Address Proof
• Photographs
• Newspaper clippings (both)
• Affidavit (if applicable)
• Supporting documents

Step 6: Review and Submit

• Double-check all entries
• Verify documents are clear
• Preview before final submission

Step 7: Make Payment

• Select category (General/SC/ST/OBC)
• Choose payment method
• Complete payment
• Download payment receipt
• Save application reference number

Step 8: Track Status

• Login regularly to check status
• Respond to queries if any
• Wait for publication

For Central Gazette (Offline) - Step-by-Step

Step 1: Prepare All Documents

Create a complete document set:

• Application Form (typed or clear handwriting)
• Request Letter (to Controller of Publications)
• Affidavit (original, notarized on stamp paper)
• Newspaper Clippings (original complete pages of both newspapers)
• ID Proof (self-attested photocopy)
• Address Proof (self-attested photocopy)
• Photographs (2 passport size, attached to form)
• Compact Disc with typed content in MS Word
• CD Certificate (statement of identical content)
• Fee Payment Receipt (from BharatKosh portal)

Step 2: Pay Fees Online

• Visit: bharatkosh.gov.in
• Select payment type: Gazette Publication
• Amount: ₹1,100 (General) or ₹1,700 (Minor)
• Fill payment details
• Complete payment
• Download and print receipt
• Attach with application

Step 3: Arrange Documents

• Put all documents in order
• Use paper clips (not staples)
• Add cover letter on top
• List enclosed documents
• Sign covering letter

Step 4: Submit Application

By Post/Courier:

To:
The Controller of Publications
Department of Publication
Civil Lines
Delhi - 110054
India

Or In-Person:

• Visit above address
• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 10 AM - 5 PM
• Submit at reception counter
• Collect acknowledgment receipt with application number
• Keep receipt for tracking

Step 5: Track Status

• Note down application number
• Check egazette.gov.in after 25-30 days
• Look for your notice in Part IV
• Download once published

For State Gazette (Offline)

Example: Maharashtra Gazette

Step 1: Visit DGPS Office

Directorate of Government Publication and Stationery
Charni Road, Mumbai - 400004
Maharashtra
Timings: Monday-Friday, 10 AM - 5:30 PM

Step 2: Collect/Download Form

• Get form from help desk
• Or download from dgps.maharashtra.gov.in
• Fill carefully in block letters

Step 3: Prepare Document Set

• Application form (filled)
• Newspaper clippings
• ID & address proof
• Photographs
• Affidavit (if required)
• Demand Draft

Step 4: Create Demand Draft

• Amount: ₹550-600 (varies)
• In favor of: "Controller of Publications, Maharashtra"
• Payable at: Mumbai

Step 5: Submit

• Submit complete set at counter
• Get acknowledgment receipt
• Note application number

Step 6: Collect Gazette

• Check status after 15-22 days
• Download from state portal
• Or collect hard copy from office

Factors That Speed Up Processing

• ✅ Complete and correct documentation
• ✅ Clear, high-quality scans/photocopies
• ✅ Correct payment on first attempt
• ✅ Quick response to queries
• ✅ Following specific format requirements
• ✅ Applying during non-peak periods

For Central Gazette

Online Method:

1. Step 1: Visit egazette.gov.in
2. Step 2: Go to "Search Gazette" section
3. Step 3: Select search parameters:
   • Part: Select "Part IV"
   • Section: Extraordinary
   • Ministry/Department: Leave blank or select "All"
   • From Date: Approximate publication date
   • To Date: Current date
4. Step 4: Click "Search"
5. Step 5: Browse results for your name
   • Use Ctrl+F to search your old or new name
   • Check recent Saturday issues (usually published on Saturdays)
6. Step 6: Once found:
   • Click to open full Gazette PDF
   • Download entire gazette
   • Your notification will be on one page

Offline Method:

Contact Department:

• Phone: 011-2381 7823 / 011-2381 7824
• Email: Check official website
• Timings: Monday-Friday, 10 AM - 5 PM

Provide:

• Application reference number
• Your name (old and new)
• Date of application

For State Gazette

Each state has its own portal and tracking method.

Example: Maharashtra

1. Step 1: Visit gazette.mahaonline.gov.in
2. Step 2: Login with User ID and Password
3. Step 3: Go to "Application Status" or "Track Application"
4. Step 4: View current status:
   • Submitted
   • Under Verification
   • Pending
   • Approved
   • Published
5. Step 5: If published, download option will appear

For Central Gazette

1. Step 1: Go to egazette.gov.in
2. Step 2: Click "e-Gazette"
3. Step 3: Select:
   • Part: Part IV
   • Dates: Select week range when likely published
4. Step 4: Click "Standard Report"
5. Step 5: PDF opens with multiple notifications
6. Step 6: Use Ctrl+F to search your name
7. Step 7: Download entire Gazette PDF
8. Step 8: Save to multiple locations:
   • Computer hard drive
   • Email to yourself
   • Cloud storage (Google Drive, Dropbox)
   • External USB drive
9. Step 9: Print copies:
   • Print first page (Gazette header)
   • Print your notification page
   • Make 10-15 color copies
   • Laminate 2-3 for frequent use

For State Gazette

1. Step 1: Login to state portal
2. Step 2: Go to "Download Gazette" section
3. Step 3: Click download button next to your application
4. Step 4: PDF downloads automatically
5. Step 5: Also check email (notification sent automatically)
6. Step 6: Save and print as above

1. Name Change After Marriage

Specific Requirements:

• Marriage certificate (mandatory)
• Marriage registration proof
• Spouse's ID proof
• Joint photograph

Affidavit Wording:

I, [MAIDEN NAME], daughter of [Father Name], was married to [Husband Name] on [Date] at [Place] pursuant to marriage certificate No. [Number] dated [Date]. After marriage, I desire to change my name from [MAIDEN NAME] to [MARRIED NAME] for all future purposes.

Timeline: Same as regular (25-45 days)

2. Name Change After Divorce

Specific Requirements:

• Divorce certificate (certified copy)
• Court order
• Ex-spouse consent (if required by court)

Affidavit Wording:

I, [Current Name], was divorced from [Ex-spouse Name] vide divorce decree No. [Number] dated [Date] of [Court Name]. After divorce, I wish to revert to my maiden name and change my name from [CURRENT NAME] to [MAIDEN NAME].

3. Minor's Name Change

Specific Requirements:

• Consent of both parents (notarized)
• Child's birth certificate
• Both parents' Aadhaar cards
• School leaving certificate (if applicable)

Parental Consent Format:

We, [Father Name] and [Mother Name], parents of [Child Name] born on [DOB], hereby grant our consent to change the name of our child from [Old Name] to [New Name] for [Reason].

Father's Signature: _________
Mother's Signature: _________
Date: _________

Fee: Higher (₹1,700 approximately)

4. Name Change for NRIs

Process:

• Can apply from abroad
• All documents certified by Indian Embassy/Consulate
• Power of Attorney applicable if representative needed
• Gazette can be downloaded online - no need to visit India
• Use Central Gazette for maximum international acceptance

5. Numerological/Astrological Name Change

Specific Requirements:

• No additional documents required
• Simply state in affidavit it's for numerological reasons
• Follow standard process
• Popular reason - absolutely acceptable