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Name change in Agra: notarize affidavit on UP stamp paper (Rs. 100), Publish the notice in one daily local leading newspaper and preserve the full original page., dispatch the signed dossier to the Department of Publication, New Delhi, personally or by post/courier. Government fee: Rs. 1,100. Timeline: 5 to 10 weeks.
Agra residents seeking a legal name change must follow the Central Gazette of India process. This requires a notarized affidavit on Uttar Pradesh stamp paper, publication in one daily local leading newspaper circulated in Agra, and dispatch of the complete application dossier to the Department of Publication in New Delhi. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote name change support to Agra clients, managing everything from drafting to final submission.
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- 01Notarize affidavit on Uttar Pradesh stamp paper (Rs. 100).
- 02Publish the notice in one daily local leading newspaper and preserve the full original page.
- 03Dispatch the signed dossier to the Department of Publication, New Delhi, personally or by post/courier.
- 04Update Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, and bank records after Gazette publication.
Agra Newspaper Requirements
The Department of Publication requires the change of name to be advertised in one daily local leading newspaper - not two. For Agra: Times of India (Agra edition) or Hindustan Times. Amar Ujala (Agra edition - Amar Ujala is headquartered in Agra and has its highest circulation here) or Dainik Jagran. A second advertisement in a second language is not required. Preserve the full original page carrying the notice; weekly papers, supplements and magazines are not accepted.
Documents Required
Checklist for Agra name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Uttar Pradesh stamp paper (Rs. 100)
- Original newspaper (the full page) carrying the change of name notice, published in one daily local leading newspaper
- Completed Proforma signed by applicant and two witnesses
- MS Word Proforma on CD/DVD
- Signed CD undertaking
- Two passport-sized photographs
- Self-attested Aadhaar / PAN / Passport copy
Government Fees
Central Gazette fees apply uniformly:
| Category | Govt Fee |
|---|---|
| General citizen (adult) | Rs. 1,100 |
| Central Government employee | Rs. 1,100 |
| Minor (child) | Rs. 1,700 |
| Public notice / correction | Rs. 1,400 |
| Indian citizen living abroad (adult) | Rs. 3,500 |
How Inamdar Legal Helps Agra Clients
Inamdar Legal provides remote name change services to Agra clients. We draft the affidavit, coordinate Amar Ujala advertisements, compile the dossier, and prepare it for dispatch to New Delhi. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.