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Name change in Ahmedabad: notarize affidavit on Gujarat stamp paper (Rs. 50 or 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 for general citizens. Timeline: 5 to 10 weeks.
Ahmedabad residents who need to legally change their name must follow the Central Gazette of India process, which is recognized by the Passport Office at Ahmedabad (Mirjapur), banks, and all central government departments. The process requires a notarized affidavit on Gujarat stamp paper, publication in one daily local leading newspaper widely circulated in Ahmedabad, and physical submission of the dossier to the Department of Publication in New Delhi. Inamdar Legal, based in Surat, has deep familiarity with the Gujarat-specific requirements and serves Ahmedabad clients remotely.
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- 01Notarize affidavit on Gujarat stamp paper (Rs. 50 or Rs. 100) under Gujarat Stamp Act.
- 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.
- 04Use Gazette copy to update Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, and bank records.
Gujarat-Specific Requirements for Ahmedabad
Gujarat has its own state gazette (Gujarat Rajyapatra), but it is not accepted for central ID updates. For passport, EPFO, and national bank records, the Central Gazette of India is required. Gujarat stamp paper of Rs. 50 or Rs. 100 denomination is used for the name change affidavit. The local Passport Seva Kendra at Ahmedabad accepts Central Gazette copies as the primary proof of name change.
Ahmedabad Newspaper Requirements
The Department of Publication requires the change of name to be advertised in one daily local leading newspaper - not two. For Ahmedabad: Times of India (Ahmedabad edition) or Indian Express Ahmedabad. Gujarat Samachar or Sandesh are the most widely circulated and universally accepted Gujarati newspapers. 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 Ahmedabad name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Gujarat stamp paper (Rs. 50 or 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:
| 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 Ahmedabad Clients
Being based in Surat, Inamdar Legal has extensive experience with Gujarat-specific name change procedures. We draft the affidavit in compliance with the Gujarat Stamp Act, coordinate ads in Gujarat Samachar, and prepare the complete physical dossier for dispatch to New Delhi. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.