Name Change Affidavit Guide

Step-by-step notary and e-stamp guide for Hyderabad Residents.

Execution Process in Hyderabad

The affidavit is the core legal declaration required for your name change. It must be executed on a non-judicial e-stamp paper and notarized by a gazetted officer or Public Notary in Hyderabad.

01

Content Drafting

Draft the content stating old name, new name, and Hyderabad residential address exactly as per your current ID proofs.

02

E-Stamp Purchase

Print the content on a Telangana e-stamp paper (₹20 or ₹100 depending on final use like Passport updates).

03. Notarization

Visit a Notary Public in areas like Secunderabad, Banjara Hills, or LB Nagar to get your signature verified and the document officially sealed.

Stamp Duty Compliance

Standard Name Change ₹20 E-Stamp
Passport/Central Govt. ₹100 E-Stamp

Mandatory Details

  • • Full Old Name (as per ID)
  • • Proposed New Name
  • • Father's/Husband's Full Name
  • • Current Hyderabad Address

Affidavit Guidelines FAQs

Is a soft copy enough for the Gazette?

No. The Gazette office requires the **original physical affidavit** on e-stamp paper with a wet Notary signature.

Can I use a ₹10 stamp paper?

It is recommended to use at least ₹20. For Passport updates, a ₹100 stamp is the mandatory standard across Telangana.

How long is the affidavit valid?

An affidavit for a name change should ideally be **less than 6 months old** at the time of your Gazette application.

Do I need to sign in front of the Notary?

Yes. Legal notarization requires you to be physically present to sign the document in front of the authorized Notary Public.

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