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Name change in Bhopal: notarize affidavit on MP stamp paper (Rs. 100), publish in Dainik Bhaskar or Nai Dunia (Hindi) and Times of India Bhopal (English), submit dossier to Delhi. Government fee: Rs. 1,100 for general citizens. Timeline: 5 to 10 weeks.
Bhopal is the capital of Madhya Pradesh, and residents here who need to change their name legally must follow the Central Gazette of India process. This involves a notarized affidavit on Madhya Pradesh stamp paper, publication in one English and one Hindi newspaper circulated in Bhopal, and submission of the complete application dossier to the Department of Publication in New Delhi. Inamdar Legal serves Bhopal clients fully remotely, handling the entire process from drafting to submission.
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- 01Notarize affidavit on Madhya Pradesh stamp paper (Rs. 100).
- 02Publish in Dainik Bhaskar or Nai Dunia (Hindi) and Times of India Bhopal (English).
- 03Submit physical dossier to Department of Publication, New Delhi.
- 04Update national ID records after Gazette publication.
Bhopal Newspaper Requirements
For name change ads in Bhopal: 1. English daily: Times of India (Bhopal edition) or Hindustan Times Bhopal. 2. Hindi daily: Dainik Bhaskar (headquartered in Bhopal, largest Hindi daily in MP) or Nai Dunia or Patrika Bhopal. Dainik Bhaskar is highly recommended.
Documents Required
Checklist for Bhopal name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Madhya Pradesh stamp paper (Rs. 100)
- Original newspaper sheets: one English + one Hindi daily
- 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:
| Category | Govt Fee |
|---|---|
| General citizen | Rs. 1,100 |
| Government employee | Rs. 1,400 |
| Minor (child) | Rs. 1,700 |
| NRI | Rs. 1,400 |
How Inamdar Legal Helps Bhopal Clients
Inamdar Legal provides complete remote name change support for Bhopal clients. We draft the affidavit, coordinate Dainik Bhaskar newspaper ads, compile the dossier, and handle the New Delhi submission. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.