A Gazette name change in India is the process of submitting documents for legal verification to officially change your name in the Gazette of India, an official journal published by the Directorate of Government Printing & Stationery under the Central Government of Delhi.
To legally change your name in the National Gazette of India, you must submit a notarized affidavit, publish advertisements in newspapers, and apply to the Department of Publication. Once approved, your new name is officially published in the e-Gazette.
People may opt for a name change in the Gazette of India for various personal, legal, or professional reasons.
Many individuals, especially women, adopt their spouse's surname after marriage.
Reverting to a maiden name or adopting a new name after divorce.
Correcting typographical or clerical mistakes in official records.
Changing the name after converting to a new religion.
Modifying or updating part of the name for personal or professional reasons.
Rectifying errors in birth certificates, PAN cards, or passports.
Required for individuals working in organizations like RBI, Railways, PSU Banks, etc.
Changing the name of a child on birth certificates, school records, or other official documents.
Updating the name on professional documents, licenses, and certificates.
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We provide end-to-end legal name change services that strictly follow official Gazette guidelines. Our team works as per the standards of the Directorate of Government Printing & Stationery, Delhi, so you don't have to study complex rules.
From affidavit drafting to newspaper ads, we handle content drafting, formatting, and checking to avoid rejections.
Process typically completes in 30-45 days, depending on the department's schedule.
We email the original e-Gazette PDF and guide you on re-downloading it anytime for future use.
Download a reference copy of the Official Gazette of India (भारत का राजपत्र) to see the format.
Official government fees are paid via Indian Postal Order or Demand Draft to the Controller of Publications. Charges vary by applicant category.
| Sr. No. | Category | Documents Required | Charges (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adult Name Change | PAN, Aadhaar, Affidavit, Newspaper ad, photo | ₹1,100 |
| 2 | Minor Name Change | Child's BC, PAN, Aadhaar, Affidavit, Newspaper ad, photo | ₹1,700 |
| 3 | After Marriage | PAN, Aadhaar, Affidavit, Newspaper ad, photo | ₹1,100 |
| 4 | After Divorce | Divorce decree, PAN, Aadhaar, Affidavit, Newspaper ad, photo | ₹2,750 |
| 5 | Child's name after Divorce | Divorce decree, Child's BC, PAN, Aadhaar, Affidavit, Newspaper ad, photo | ₹3,350 |
| 6 | Aadhaar Card Name Correction | PAN, Aadhaar, Affidavit, Newspaper ad, photo | ₹1,100 |
| 7 | Correction of Document Errors | PAN, Aadhaar, Affidavit, Newspaper ad, photo | ₹1,100 |
| 8 | Religion Change | Conversion Certificate, PAN, Aadhaar, Affidavit, Newspaper ad, photo | ₹1,100-1,700 |
| 9 | Government Employee | Deed, PAN, Aadhaar, Newspaper ad, photo | ₹1,100 |
| 10 | Public Notice | PAN, Aadhaar, Affidavit, Newspaper ad, photo | ₹1,400 |
| 11 | Passport Name Change | PAN, Aadhaar, Affidavit, Newspaper ad, photo | ₹1,100 |
From affidavit drafting to newspaper advertisements, we handle all documentation for you—content drafting, formatting, and checking. You avoid rejections due to technical mistakes.
30-45 Days Process: We guide you step-by-step through the standards of the Directorate of Government Printing & Stationery, Delhi.
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Specific information regarding Central Gazette publication and legal validity.
Yes, for a legally permanent change that is accepted by the Passport Office and for school records, a Central Gazette notification is the gold standard and highly recommended for minors.
The official government fee for an adult (major) name change in the Gazette of India is ₹1,100, which must be paid via the Bharatkosh portal.
Once published, the Gazette notification is released every Saturday. You can download the e-copy directly from the Department of Publication's official website using your reference number.
Central Government employees must follow a specific process including a request to their Head of Department (HOD) before filing for the Gazette. We provide specialized drafting for these request letters.
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