{"id":2389,"date":"2026-03-24T09:17:18","date_gmt":"2026-03-24T09:17:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/public-noticeads.in\/blog\/?p=2389"},"modified":"2026-03-24T09:38:24","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T09:38:24","slug":"how-to-change-name-legally-in-india-gazette-notification-guide-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/public-noticeads.in\/blog\/how-to-change-name-legally-in-india-gazette-notification-guide-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Change Name Legally in India: Gazette Notification Guide 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"2389\" class=\"elementor elementor-2389\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1e0ed967 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"1e0ed967\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2fb43c8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"2fb43c8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<header>\r\n    <h1>How to Change Name Legally in India<\/h1>\r\n    <p>Gazette Notification Guide \u2014 Affidavit, Newspaper Ad &amp; Application | 2026<\/p>\r\n<\/header>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"container\">\r\n\r\n    <!-- Introduction -->\r\n    <section id=\"introduction\">\r\n        <p>\r\n            Changing your name in India is a formal legal process, but it becomes straightforward when you follow the correct three-step method: <strong>Affidavit \u2192 Newspaper Advertisement \u2192 Gazette Notification<\/strong>. This guide explains each step, required documents, fees, and timelines so you can complete your legal name change in India smoothly in 2026.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n        <p>\r\n            Once the Gazette has been published, you will be able to update your new name in all official documents \u2014 including Aadhaar, PAN, passport, bank accounts, and educational records.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\r\n    <!-- TABLE OF CONTENTS -->\r\n    <section class=\"highlight-box\" id=\"toc\">\r\n        <h2>\ud83d\udcd1 Table of Contents<\/h2>\r\n        <ul>\r\n            <li><a href=\"#overview\">\u27a4 Overview: How Does the Legal Name Change Process Work in India?<\/a><\/li>\r\n            <li><a href=\"#step1\">\u27a4 Step 1 \u2014 How to Prepare a Name Change Affidavit<\/a><\/li>\r\n            <li><a href=\"#step2\">\u27a4 Step 2 \u2014 How to Publish a Name Change Newspaper Advertisement<\/a><\/li>\r\n            <li><a href=\"#step3\">\u27a4 Step 3 \u2014 How to Apply for Gazette Notification<\/a><\/li>\r\n            <li><a href=\"#documents\">\u27a4 Documents Required for Gazette Name Change Application<\/a><\/li>\r\n            <li><a href=\"#cost\">\u27a4 How Much Does It Cost and How Long Does It Take?<\/a><\/li>\r\n            <li><a href=\"#when\">\u27a4 When is Gazette Name Change Commonly Required?<\/a><\/li>\r\n            <li><a href=\"#checklist\">\u27a4 Final Checklist Before You Submit<\/a><\/li>\r\n            <li><a href=\"#faqs\">\u27a4 Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\r\n    <!-- Overview -->\r\n    <section id=\"overview\">\r\n        <h2>Overview:<a href=\"https:\/\/public-noticeads.in\/\"> How Does the Legal Name Change Process <\/a>Work in India?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n            A name change in India is legalized after publication in the official Gazette and with the support of relevant documents. The process follows three major steps:\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"step-box\">\r\n            <h3>The 3-Step Name Change Process<\/h3>\r\n            <ul>\r\n                <li><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Prepare a name change affidavit signed and notarised before a Notary Public<\/li>\r\n                <li><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Place an advertisement in one or two recognised newspapers<\/li>\r\n                <li><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Apply for Gazette notification with the Department of Publication<\/li>\r\n            <\/ul>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"timeline\">\r\n            <h3>Quick Process Summary<\/h3>\r\n            <table>\r\n                <thead>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <th>Step<\/th>\r\n                        <th>Action<\/th>\r\n                        <th>Typical Time<\/th>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                <\/thead>\r\n                <tbody>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>1<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Prepare and notarise your name change affidavit<\/td>\r\n                        <td>1\u20132 days<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>2<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Publish name change newspaper advertisement and collect clippings<\/td>\r\n                        <td>2\u20135 days<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>3<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Submit Gazette notification application with all documents<\/td>\r\n                        <td>3\u20134 weeks (processing)<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Entire process from affidavit to Gazette publication<\/td>\r\n                        <td><strong>4\u20136 weeks<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                <\/tbody>\r\n            <\/table>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\r\n    <!-- Step 1 -->\r\n    <section id=\"step1\">\r\n        <h2>Step 1 \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/public-noticeads.in\/\">How to Prepare a Name Change Affidavit <\/a>in India<\/h2>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n            The affidavit is a legal declaration that you are changing your name voluntarily and not for any fraudulent purpose. It is the first and most significant step in the process.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"process-steps\">\r\n            <h3>Where to Make It<\/h3>\r\n            <p>\r\n                Write the affidavit on <strong>non-judicial stamp paper (\u20b910\u2013\u20b9100)<\/strong> and have it notarised by a Notary Public or certified by a Magistrate.\r\n            <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"document-checklist\">\r\n            <h3>Details to Include in the Affidavit<\/h3>\r\n            <ul>\r\n                <li>Your old full name<\/li>\r\n                <li>Your new name<\/li>\r\n                <li>Father's or husband's name<\/li>\r\n                <li>Full address and date of birth<\/li>\r\n                <li>Reason for change of name (marriage, spelling correction, personal choice, etc.)<\/li>\r\n                <li>A statement confirming the truth of all information and that the change is not intended for any fraudulent purpose<\/li>\r\n            <\/ul>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"tip-box\">\r\n            <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Have <strong>several notarised copies<\/strong> made \u2014 you will need them at multiple stages for updating records with different authorities (Aadhaar, PAN, passport, banks, educational institutions).\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\r\n    <!-- Step 2 -->\r\n    <section id=\"step2\">\r\n        <h2>Step 2 \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/public-noticeads.in\/\">How to Publish a Name Change Newspaper Advertisement <\/a>in India<\/h2>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n            After notarising your affidavit, you must publish a newspaper advertisement to notify the public about your name change.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"process-steps\">\r\n            <h3>Newspaper Requirement<\/h3>\r\n            <p>\r\n                Typically, you need to publish in <strong>one English newspaper and one regional-language newspaper<\/strong>. Check local rules \u2014 in some cases, one newspaper may be sufficient. Always verify requirements with your state's Gazette office.\r\n            <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"document-checklist\">\r\n            <h3>Details to Include in the Newspaper Advertisement<\/h3>\r\n            <ul>\r\n                <li>Old name and new name<\/li>\r\n                <li>Father's or husband's name<\/li>\r\n                <li>Full residential address<\/li>\r\n                <li>A clear statement that you have changed your name<\/li>\r\n                <li>Affidavit date and notary reference (recommended)<\/li>\r\n            <\/ul>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"warning-box\">\r\n            <strong>\u26a0\ufe0f Important:<\/strong> Keep the <strong>original newspaper clippings<\/strong> (not photocopies). These are mandatory for the Gazette notification application. Many Gazette offices will not accept photocopies.\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"tip-box\">\r\n            <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Accepted Newspapers:<\/strong> Well-known English newspapers like Times of India, Hindustan Times, Active Times Mumbai, and Deccan Herald are generally accepted. In some states, you must also publish in a state Gazette-approved regional language newspaper. Contact public-noticeads.in to book both papers in a single transaction.\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\r\n    <!-- Step 3 -->\r\n    <section id=\"step3\">\r\n        <h2>Step 3 \u2014 How to Apply for Gazette Notification for Name Change in India<\/h2>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n            This is the final step. Your name change comes into legal effect once it is published in the Official Gazette of India.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"process-steps\">\r\n            <h3>Where to Apply<\/h3>\r\n            <p>\r\n                Submit your application to the <strong>Department of Publication (Controller of Publications)<\/strong> \u2014 available both online and by post.\r\n            <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"process-steps\">\r\n            <h3>Application Process<\/h3>\r\n            <p>\r\n                Complete the name change form (must be computer-typed, not handwritten). Prepare your Gazette content in <strong>MS Word format<\/strong>. Attach all required documents and the fee payment receipt. Submit the complete application by post or in person to the Department of Publication.\r\n            <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"tip-box\">\r\n            <strong>\u2705 After submission:<\/strong> Your new name is published in the <strong>e-Gazette<\/strong>. This serves as legal evidence of your name change throughout India and is accepted by all central and state government authorities.\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\r\n    <!-- Documents Required -->\r\n    <section id=\"documents\">\r\n        <h2>Documents Required for Gazette Name Change Application<\/h2>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n            Exact requirements may vary by state, but the majority of Central Gazette name change applications require at least the following:\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"document-checklist\">\r\n            <table>\r\n                <thead>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <th>Document<\/th>\r\n                        <th>Details<\/th>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                <\/thead>\r\n                <tbody>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Original notarised Name Change Affidavit<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>On stamp paper; signed before a Notary Public<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Original newspaper advertisement clipping(s)<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Original cut from the newspaper \u2014 no photocopies accepted<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Filled and signed application form<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Must be computer-typed (not handwritten)<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Gazette content in MS Word<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Soft copy on CD or pen drive as per current Department of Publication instructions<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Self-attested ID proof (old name)<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, or Voter ID in your previous name<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Two recent passport-size photographs<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Recent photos; signed on the back<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Covering \/ request letter<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Mentioning old name, new name, and purpose of change<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Bharatkosh fee payment receipt<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Official payment through the Bharatkosh portal<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                <\/tbody>\r\n            <\/table>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"warning-box\">\r\n            <strong>\u26a0\ufe0f Always verify:<\/strong> Check the latest instructions on the official Department of Publication \/ Gazette of India website before submitting your application, as requirements may be updated periodically.\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\r\n    <!-- Cost & Timeline -->\r\n    <section id=\"cost\">\r\n        <h2>How Much Does It Cost and How Long Does It Take to Change Your Name in India?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"cost-box\">\r\n            <h3>Approximate Cost Breakdown \u2014 Name Change Process 2026<\/h3>\r\n            <table>\r\n                <thead>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <th>Component<\/th>\r\n                        <th>Approximate Cost<\/th>\r\n                        <th>Notes<\/th>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                <\/thead>\r\n                <tbody>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Stamp paper &amp; notary fee<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>\u20b9100 \u2013 \u20b9500<\/td>\r\n                        <td>Varies by state and notary charges<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Newspaper advertisement<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>\u20b9500 \u2013 \u20b92,500<\/td>\r\n                        <td>Depends on city, newspaper, and ad size<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Gazette processing fee<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Included in total<\/td>\r\n                        <td>Paid via Bharatkosh portal<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Total approximate cost<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td><strong>\u20b93,000 \u2013 \u20b95,000<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>End-to-end including all steps<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                <\/tbody>\r\n            <\/table>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"cost-box\">\r\n            <h3>Typical Timeline<\/h3>\r\n            <table>\r\n                <thead>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <th>Stage<\/th>\r\n                        <th>Duration<\/th>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                <\/thead>\r\n                <tbody>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td>Affidavit preparation and notarisation<\/td>\r\n                        <td>1\u20132 days<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td>Newspaper advertisement and clipping collection<\/td>\r\n                        <td>2\u20135 days<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td>Gazette publication after submission<\/td>\r\n                        <td>Approximately 3\u20134 weeks<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Total end-to-end<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td><strong>4\u20136 weeks<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                <\/tbody>\r\n            <\/table>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"tip-box\">\r\n            <strong>\ud83d\udccc Note:<\/strong> After being published in the Official Gazette, the change of name takes effect throughout India and is recognized by all central and state government authorities.\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\r\n    <!-- When Required -->\r\n    <section id=\"when\">\r\n        <h2>When is Gazette Name Change Commonly Required in India?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"features-box\">\r\n            <table>\r\n                <thead>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <th>Reason<\/th>\r\n                        <th>Details<\/th>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                <\/thead>\r\n                <tbody>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>After marriage or divorce<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Change of surname or restoration of maiden name<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Spelling corrections<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Correcting errors in official documents like Aadhaar, PAN, or educational certificates<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Personal preference<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Personal choice or numerology-based name changes<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Adoption \/ guardianship<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Change following adoption or change of guardianship<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Religion conversion<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Name change following conversion to a different religion<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Document correlation<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Aligning name across Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, educational certificates, and property records<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                <\/tbody>\r\n            <\/table>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"tip-box\">\r\n            <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Note:<\/strong> Publication in the Gazette is generally recognized as legal evidence for significant procedures such as passport renewal, government employment, property dealings, and court matters.\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\r\n    <!-- Final Checklist -->\r\n    <section id=\"checklist\">\r\n        <h2>Final Checklist Before You Submit Your Gazette Name Change Application<\/h2>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n            Verify all of the following before submission to prevent delays and ensure your application is accepted on the first attempt:\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"document-checklist\">\r\n            <table>\r\n                <thead>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <th>Item<\/th>\r\n                        <th>What to Check<\/th>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                <\/thead>\r\n                <tbody>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Affidavit<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Well notarised, with correct old name, new name, reason, full address, and date<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Newspaper Advertisement<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Original cut (not photocopy); contains name change details, address, and affidavit reference<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Application Form<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Signed, computer-typed, complete, and free of errors or overwriting<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>ID Proofs<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Two recent passport-size photographs; self-attested copies of ID in old name<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Gazette Content (MS Word)<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Soft copy prepared as per Department of Publication guidelines<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                    <tr>\r\n                        <td><strong>Fees<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                        <td>Appropriate payment made through Bharatkosh with valid receipt attached<\/td>\r\n                    <\/tr>\r\n                <\/tbody>\r\n            <\/table>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"tip-box\">\r\n            <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Process Order Matters:<\/strong> Always follow the correct sequence \u2014 <strong>Affidavit first \u2192 Newspaper Advertisement second \u2192 Gazette Application third<\/strong>. This sequence is mandatory and ensures a smooth application with a high chance of first-attempt acceptance.\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\r\n   <!-- FAQs -->\r\n<section id=\"faqs\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\">\r\n\r\n    <h2>Frequently Asked Questions \u2014 Legal Name Change in India 2026<\/h2>\r\n\r\n    <details class=\"faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n        <summary itemprop=\"name\">Q1. How long does the complete name change process take in India?<\/summary>\r\n        <p itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\r\n            <span itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                The entire process usually takes about <strong>4 to 6 weeks<\/strong>. The affidavit and newspaper advertisement can be completed within 2 to 7 days, while the Gazette publication generally takes 3 to 4 weeks after submission to the Department of Publication.\r\n            <\/span>\r\n        <\/p>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details class=\"faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n        <summary itemprop=\"name\">Q2. Is Gazette notification mandatory for all name changes in India?<\/summary>\r\n        <p itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\r\n            <span itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                No, it is not mandatory in all cases. For small corrections or surname changes after marriage, an affidavit and marriage certificate may be sufficient. However, for passports, government jobs, property matters, and legal purposes, Gazette notification is <strong>strongly recommended<\/strong> as it serves as official proof recognised nationwide.\r\n            <\/span>\r\n        <\/p>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details class=\"faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n        <summary itemprop=\"name\">Q3. Can I change my name in India without a court order?<\/summary>\r\n        <p itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\r\n            <span itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                Yes. A court order is <strong>not required<\/strong> for a name change in India. You can legally change your name through a notarised affidavit, a newspaper advertisement, and a Gazette notification \u2014 no court appearance is necessary.\r\n            <\/span>\r\n        <\/p>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details class=\"faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n        <summary itemprop=\"name\">Q4. What is the cost of publishing a name change ad in a newspaper in India in 2026?<\/summary>\r\n        <p itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\r\n            <span itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                The cost depends on the city and newspaper. In Mumbai, it usually ranges from <strong>\u20b9500 to \u20b92,500<\/strong> for a classified ad in a recognised English daily. Online platforms like public-noticeads.in can help with booking and provide a certified clipping for Gazette use.\r\n            <\/span>\r\n        <\/p>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details class=\"faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n        <summary itemprop=\"name\">Q5. How do I update my Aadhaar card after a Gazette name change?<\/summary>\r\n        <p itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\r\n            <span itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                Visit the nearest Aadhaar enrolment centre or apply online through the <strong>UIDAI portal<\/strong>. Submit the Gazette notification, a filled update form, and a self-attested copy of the Gazette page showing your new name.\r\n            <\/span>\r\n        <\/p>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details class=\"faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n        <summary itemprop=\"name\">Q6. Can I change my name in India after marriage without Gazette notification?<\/summary>\r\n        <p itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\r\n            <span itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                Yes, for basic updates like bank accounts or Aadhaar, a marriage certificate and affidavit may be sufficient. However, for passports, property records, and most government documents, <strong>Gazette notification is usually required<\/strong> and strongly recommended.\r\n            <\/span>\r\n        <\/p>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details class=\"faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n        <summary itemprop=\"name\">Q7. How do I apply for Gazette name change notification online in India?<\/summary>\r\n        <p itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\r\n            <span itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                Send your application to the <strong>Department of Publication<\/strong>. Submit the required documents along with a CD or pen drive containing the Gazette content in MS Word format. Pay the fee through the <strong>Bharatkosh portal<\/strong> and follow the latest guidelines on the official Department of Publication website.\r\n            <\/span>\r\n        <\/p>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details class=\"faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n        <summary itemprop=\"name\">Q8. What newspapers are accepted for name change advertisements for Gazette submission in India?<\/summary>\r\n        <p itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\r\n            <span itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                Well-known English newspapers like <strong>Times of India, Hindustan Times, Active Times Mumbai,<\/strong> and <strong>Deccan Herald<\/strong> are generally accepted. 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