Here’s a detailed breakdown of the steps involved in the Legal name change procedure:
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.
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.
Submit the affidavit and newspaper clippings to the Department of Publication for Gazette notification.
Once published, your name change is officially recognized.
Once your application is approved, we will email the approved Gazette copy directly to your provided email address.

Our Bangalore 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:
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.
Through the Bangalore 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.
The system allows you to filing and publishing your name change in the Bangalore Gazette online, reducing the traditional obstacles and giving you the speed.
Your name change will be legally recorded after it is endorsed and published in the Bangalore Gazette and accepted by all legal and governmental systems.
Upload all the documents on namechangeads website
Affidavit drafts made by Lawyer
Name Change Ad is published in the Local/ National newspaper
Application is submitted for the name change in the Official Gazette of India
Your name will be published in the Gazette
We place newspaper ads for passport name changes to inform others about someone changing their name, even while they're alive. These ads also provide official proof that accompanies the name change application submitted to authorities.
The effectiveness of a passport name change newspaper ad depends on where it's published, the category you choose, and the region. The ad's reach is influenced by factors like the newspaper's circulation, which is limited to specific areas, and the number of copies printed.
To publish your name change in Passport advertisement in newspaper online is very simple and fast, just follow these steps and its done!
Select proper city for your Name Change in Passport Ad
Select Karnataka cities from list to publish your name change ad in newspaper. City like: Hubli, Maysore, Bangalore, etc.
Select Newspaper for publishing Change of Name Ad from list
For example : Times of India, Economic Times, Vijay Karnataka, The Hindu Times etc.
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.
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).....
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You can check your gazette certificate here egazzete. Also you can Check Application Status online of your Aadhar Card Name Change in India.
A: To change your name in your passport, you need to follow these steps:
1. Obtain an affidavit for a name change from a notary public.
2. Place a newspaper advertisement in two local newspapers, mentioning your old and new names.
3. Collect supporting documents like the affidavit, newspaper clippings, and other required documents.
4. Fill out the passport re-issue application form online or offline.
5. Submit the application form along with the necessary documents to the nearest Passport Seva Kendra.
A: You will need the following documents:
1. Notarized affidavit for a name change.
2. Newspaper advertisement clippings.
3. Passport re-issue application form.
4. Original and self-attested copies of existing passport, address proof, and photo ID.
5. Marriage certificate (if applicable).
6. Other documents as specified by the Passport Office.
A: No, as per the guidelines of the Passport Office, placing a newspaper advertisement is mandatory to change your name in the passport.
A: The processing time can vary, but generally, it takes around 2 to 3 weeks for the name change process to be completed.
A: The newspaper advertisement should include your old and new names, along with the intention to change your name for passport purposes. It should also mention the date of the advertisement.
A: Yes, you can choose any widely circulated local newspaper in Karnataka for the advertisement. Ensure that you keep a copy of the newspaper clippings for your records.
A: Yes, you can track the status of your passport application on the official Passport Seva website using the Application Reference Number (ARN).
A: If your name change advertisement is not accepted, you may need to re-submit a corrected advertisement along with the necessary documents as per the guidelines provided by the Passport Office.
A: Yes, there are fees involved for passport re-issue due to a name change. The fee structure may vary depending on the type of passport and processing speed chosen.
A: Yes, you can change your name in the passport after marriage. You will need to provide a notarized marriage certificate and follow the same name change process.