Name Change
Assistance.
A Clear Path. Across India.
Your name. Your identity. Made official. Get guided assistance with affidavits, newspaper publication and Gazette applications—without the guesswork.
Find the right help for your name change.
Tailored to your situation.
Not a one-size-fits-all process.
Marriage name change
Make your new surname official after marriage, with the right affidavit and publication guidance.
Complete name change
A new name, a fresh start. Get assistance with your affidavit, newspaper notice and Gazette application.
Spelling correction
Bring inconsistent name spellings into alignment across your important documents.
Name change for a child
A carefully guided process for your child, including parental consent and supporting documents.
Name change after divorce
Revert to your previous name or choose a new one, with clear, respectful assistance.
Religious or cultural change
A name that reflects your identity, supported by the documentation your case requires.
From your first question
to your new name.
We help you understand what applies to your case, prepare the paperwork and move forward with confidence.
Tell us your situation.
Share your reason, location and existing records. We identify the process that fits.
Prepare the paperwork.
Assistance with the affidavit, newspaper notice where required, and the appropriate Gazette application.
Get your records updated.
After publication, get guidance on updating Aadhaar, PAN, passport and other records.
Clear about time.
Clear about cost.
No two applications are exactly alike. Your requirements are explained before we commit.
8–12 weeks
From preparation to Gazette publication. Actual timing varies by authority, state and document readiness.
Tailored to your case.
Affidavit, newspaper, government fees and assistance charges depend on your specific requirements.
Questions people
ask first.
Big decisions feel easier when you
know what comes next.
While an affidavit and newspaper publication suffice for some local or private updates, an official Central or State Gazette notification is legally required for major government record updates including Passport, Aadhaar, PAN, banking records, government service records, and property documentation.
Yes, absolutely. The name change process can be initiated from any tier-2, tier-3, or remote location across India. We guide you through your local notary affidavit and regional newspaper publications right from your hometown, and manage the official filing seamlessly.
Costs depend on your specific requirement (such as marriage, full name change, religion change, or minor name change). It comprises stamp paper/notary charges, two newspaper advertisements, official government Gazette fees, and our dedicated processing assistance. All fees are transparently explained before you begin.
The standard timeline typically ranges between 8 to 12 weeks from document preparation to the final Gazette publication. Document drafting and newspaper publication take about 3 to 5 business days, followed by the Department of Publication’s standard scrutiny and release timeline.
Yes, we regularly assist NRIs and Indian citizens residing overseas. You can execute the required affidavit and get it attested by the nearest Indian Embassy or High Commission, while our team handles all India-based newspaper publications and Gazette processing.
