Complete guidelines for filling and submitting the official Gazette notification forms in UP.
The Uttar Pradesh Government Gazette is the official journal used by the state to notify legal changes. When your name is published here, it becomes a publicly verifiable government record that permanently links your old and new identities. This document acts as the final and strongest legal proof for updating master IDs like Passport, PAN, and Aadhaar.
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Gazette Application for Name Change – Make Your New Name 100% Legal and Official in Uttar Pradesh
Draft a Name Change Affidavit on appropriate stamp paper (₹100 is common) mentioning all legal details accurately.
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Note for Minors: The affidavit is prepared by the parent/guardian on behalf of the child, including the child's details and reason for change.
Sign the affidavit and get it notarised by a Notary or attested by a Judicial Magistrate.
Publish a public notice in newspapers to meet Uttar Pradesh's legal rules for Gazette approval.
Use one Hindi or local language (e.g., Dainik Jagran/Amar Ujala) and one English (Times of India) widely read in UP.
Example Format
Spelling mismatch between affidavit and ad.
Missing city or incomplete personal details.
Old and new names not in a single statement.
Official publication in the State Gazette. The final legal step for 100% validity.
Visit egazette.up.gov.in. Select “Change of Name Notification” service after logging in.
Fill form details and upload scanned Affidavit, Newspaper clippings, ID, and Address proofs.
Complete fee payment online. Department verifies documents and handles correction requests via SMS/Email.
Once verified, name is published in the next UP Government Gazette. Soft copy can be downloaded as PDF.
From starting your affidavit to final Gazette publication, the journey typically takes 4 to 8 weeks depending on government schedules and document accuracy.
Official list of documents recognized as proof of identity and address for Gazette notifications.
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Table of documents required for online name change in Uttar Pradesh Gazette.
Notarized name change affidavit on stamp paper with old name, new name, reason, and address.
Scanned clippings of two ads: one Hindi/local newspaper and one English newspaper.
Aadhaar card, PAN card, passport, voter ID, or driving licence (any one or as asked).
Aadhaar card, voter ID, passport, ration card, electricity bill, or similar document showing Uttar Pradesh address.
Recent passport-size colour photographs (usually 2–3, scanned for upload).
Duly filled online Gazette name change application on Gazette portal.
Any extra declarations, covering letter/application letter, or soft copy/CD if specifically required by the department.
Explore various legal reasons for changing your name and get expert assistance for a smooth, hassle-free process
Correct errors in official documents and identity certificates.
Choose a name you truly identify with and feel confident using.
Revert to maiden or adopted new surname after legal separation.
Update child's family name legally across school and birth records.
Combine or hyphenate surnames to reflect family heritage.
Take your spouse's surname or update your official marital status.
Update name on property documents for legal ownership clarity.
Fix mistakes in education records and university degrees.
Adopt parents' surname legally for official identification.
Align name with religious beliefs and personal faith transitions.
Express political or social views through official name adoption.
Align name with gender identity for official legal recognition.
Choose astrologically favorable name for success and prosperity.
Name change for passport and international immigration records.
Correct parents’ name across all official government documents.
| Step | Action | Where | Key Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Make Affidavit | Notary / Magistrate | Stamp paper, ID proof, old & new name details |
| 02 | Newspaper Ads | Hindi + English newspapers | Affidavit details, personal details |
| 03 | Gazette Application | UP e-Gazette portal | Affidavit, newspaper clippings, ID & address proof, photos |
| 04 | Gazette Publication | UP Government Gazette | Online PDF + optional hard copy |
In Uttar Pradesh, the Gazette publication fee for a personal name change is usually in the range of about ₹700–₹1500 for a standard notification when applied through the e-Gazette portal.
Extra charges may apply if you use an expert service provider, request additional certified copies, or choose urgent handling where offered.
| Stage | Details | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Fee | Govt Fee: ₹1,000 - ₹1,500 | N/A |
| Docs | Affidavit & Notarization | 1-3 Days |
| Ads | Hindi + English Papers | 1-5 Days |
| Submission | Portal Upload & Pay | 1-2 Days |
| Processing | Verification & Publication | 25-45 Days |
| Total Process Time | 25-45 Days | |
The timeline and fees for the Gazette name change process in Uttar Pradesh can vary based on several administrative and document-specific factors.
Incomplete documents or poor scans trigger queries, prolonging processing times significantly.
Requests involving religion conversion or corrections across multiple records require heightened scrutiny.
Peak periods or staff shortages can extend verification beyond the typical few weeks.
Names appear only in scheduled editions; missing a cut-off delays publication.
Charges vary by category (individual vs firm) and number of certified copies requested.
Using specialized services adds professional charges but ensures zero-error filings.
Once your name is published in the Uttar Pradesh Gazette, use that notification as your master proof to update all official records.
Visit Aadhaar centre or UIDAI portal with Gazette copy and request name update.
Detail Guide →Apply for PAN correction via NSDL/UTI online services with Gazette and ID proof.
Detail Guide →Apply for reissue with Gazette copy, affidavit, and sometimes newspaper clippings.
Detail Guide →Provide Gazette and updated Aadhaar to update name in accounts, chequebooks, and insurance.
Detail Guide →The Uttar Pradesh Government Gazette serves as the official legal journal for publishing name change notifications. Once published, your new identity is permanently linked in government records.
This Gazette copy acts as the **final and strongest legal proof**, accepted by government offices, banks, and educational institutions across India.
Download our printable checklist to ensure you don't miss any critical document updates after your Gazette publication.
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Only doing the affidavit and newspaper ads is often not enough for passports and PAN updates. The Gazette is the final legal link.
Mismatched spellings across affidavit, newspaper ads, ID proofs, and Gazette form are the #1 cause of rejection.
Users often select the wrong category. Ensure you use Part 2 – “Change of Name” on the UP e-Gazette portal.
Uploading blurry or incomplete scans causes immediate department queries and prolongs your wait significantly.
Always save multiple digital and physical copies of the final Gazette notification for future record updates.
We ensure spelling consistency, prepare exact formats, and track your application through to successful publication.
Choose the method that best fits your time and convenience.
Visiting a notary and newspaper offices personally is manual and time-consuming.
Requires multiple physical visits for submission and seguimiento.
Use the UP e-Gazette portal for application submission and secure fee payment.
Take professional help for drafting the affidavit, ad content, scanning, and form filling.
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