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Name change in Bhopal: notarize affidavit on MP 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 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 daily local leading newspaper circulated in Bhopal, and dispatch 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 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 national ID records after Gazette publication.
Bhopal Newspaper Requirements
The Department of Publication requires the change of name to be advertised in one daily local leading newspaper - not two. For Bhopal: Times of India (Bhopal edition) or Hindustan Times Bhopal. Dainik Bhaskar (headquartered in Bhopal, largest Hindi daily in MP) or Nai Dunia or Patrika Bhopal. 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 Bhopal name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Madhya 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:
| 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 Bhopal Clients
Inamdar Legal provides complete remote name change support for Bhopal clients. We draft the affidavit, coordinate Dainik Bhaskar newspaper newspaper notice, compile the dossier, and prepare it for dispatch. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.