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Change Your Name Legally — Affidavit to Gazette

Whether after marriage, for spelling correction, or personal preference, a legal name change requires an affidavit and, for full legal effect, a Gazette notification. Apply online or let our advocate manage the entire process for you.

Self Service

Apply Online

Draft your own name change affidavit using our format, get it notarized, publish in a newspaper and submit your Gazette application via the official portal.

  • Affidavit format provided
  • Newspaper publication guidance
  • Gazette portal application
  • Track status online
  • No office visit required for drafting
Assisted Service

Via Lawyer

Our advocate prepares the affidavit, arranges newspaper publication, files the Gazette application and updates your Aadhaar, PAN and bank records once approved.

  • Dedicated advocate assigned
  • Affidavit drafting & notarization
  • Newspaper ad placement handled
  • Gazette filing & follow-up
  • Post-approval ID update support
Key Benefits

Why You Need Name Change Documents

ID Document Update

Update Aadhaar, PAN, passport and voter ID with your new name.

Bank Records

Required to update name on bank accounts, FDs and insurance policies.

Employment & Education

Needed for marksheets, degree certificates and employment records.

Legal Recognition

Gazette publication gives your new name official legal status.

Documents Required

What You Need to Submit

01

Identity Proof

  • Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Passport
  • Current PAN Card
  • 2 Passport Size Photographs
  • Current Address Proof
02

Affidavit & Proof

  • Notarized name change affidavit
  • Reason for change (marriage, correction etc.)
  • Birth certificate / old marksheet (old name)
03

Newspaper Publication

  • Advertisement in local newspaper
  • Advertisement in state Gazette (Hindi/English)
  • Original cutting/copy of publication
04

If Married

  • Marriage certificate
  • Spouse's identity proof (for joint affidavit)
How It Works

Simple 4-Step Process

1
Affidavit

Name change affidavit drafted & notarized.

2
Newspaper Ad

Public notice published in a local newspaper.

3
Gazette Filing

Application filed with state/central Gazette office.

4
ID Update

Update Aadhaar, PAN, passport & bank with new name.

Why Choose Us

Trusted Name Change Experts in Lucknow

  • High Court Complex, Lucknow

    Close to notary chambers and Gazette filing offices.

  • End-to-End Handling

    From affidavit to newspaper ad to final Gazette copy.

  • Complete Confidentiality

    All personal details are handled with strict privacy.

  • Free Consultation

    Speak to our advocate today — no fees for initial guidance.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a Gazette notification mandatory for name change?

It is not always mandatory for minor corrections, but a Gazette notification gives your new name full legal recognition and is preferred by most authorities.
Often a marriage certificate and affidavit are enough for Aadhaar or bank updates, but a Gazette entry adds stronger legal backing, especially for passport use.
With advocate assistance it typically takes 7–15 working days including affidavit, newspaper ad and Gazette filing, depending on the publishing office.
Yes, once published you should update Aadhaar, PAN, passport, bank accounts and other official records using the Gazette copy as supporting proof.

Ready to Change Your Name Legally?

Our advocates at High Court Complex, Lucknow will handle the affidavit, newspaper publication and Gazette filing for you.

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