Name Change Services for Individuals
Our comprehensive assistance ensures all legal requirements and documentation are properly handled for name change due to marriage, divorce, or other reason.
Meaning
A name embodies one’s identity, reflecting personal history and aspirations and in some cases, your current name may not align with your personal identity or desired image. People may seek a name change for reasons such as marriage, divorce, adoption, religious conversion, professional pursuits, rectification or to safeguard their privacy. Each change represents a significant personal journey, marking new beginnings and affirming individuality.
Eligibility for Name Change
To legally change your name in India you must satisfy any of the below conditions:
- Must be Indian Citizen
- Above the age of 18 years (guardian/parents may change for minor)
- Hold a legitimate government identification card
- Valid Reason for such name change
Documentation Required/ Process
The process for Name change is a detailed yet easy procedure. The documentation required for a name change typically include:
1. Affidavit on Stamp Paper- preparation of name change affidavit on stamp paper and it must be attested or notarized.
2. Newspaper Publishment- Publishment in two newspaper is required; one English newspaper and one in any regional newspaper
3. Gazette Notification – submission of gazette notification with the Department of Publication
4.Two Self attested Passport size Photographs
5. Self-attested ID Proof- Adhaar, Pan or Passport
6.Proof of residency- (like utility bills or lease agreements)
7. Request letter along with prescribed fee payment receipt
8. If the name change is due to marriage or divorce, you’ll need to provide a marriage certificate or divorce decree. After such documents are collected, a qualified legal professional drafts an affidavit stating the reason for such name change. Subsequently, a newspaper notification and gazette notification is published to advertise the New name of the person.
What is included in this
FAQs
Yes, it is generally necessary to document a name change officially. This process ensures that the new name is legally recognized and reflected in official records and documents, such as identification cards, passports, driving licenses, and financial accounts.
For publication of a name change in the Gazette of India, the Department of Publication guidelines generally require the signatures and details of two witnesses in the prescribed proforma. The witnesses help verify the identity of the applicant and support the authenticity of the name change application.
The process of name change including the publication in official gazette usually name 10-12 days after all relevant documents are submitted.
The advertisement for name change must be published in a regional or national newspaper and must include your old name, new name, residential address, date and place of affidavit and attesting authority.
