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Name change in Chennai via Central Gazette: notarize affidavit on Tamil Nadu stamp paper (Rs. 20 or Rs. 50), publish ads in one English daily (The Hindu Chennai or Times of India Chennai) and one Tamil daily (Dinamalar or Dinamani), and submit the dossier to Delhi. Government fee: Rs. 1,100 for general citizens. Timeline: 5 to 10 weeks.
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Chennai residents seeking a legal name change must follow the Central Gazette of India process: execute a notarized affidavit on Tamil Nadu stamp paper, publish the name change advertisement in one English and one Tamil newspaper circulated in Chennai, and submit the physical application package to the Department of Publication in New Delhi. At Inamdar Legal, we provide remote name change support to Chennai clients, coordinating every step from affidavit drafting to the final submission.
Name change in Chennai via Central Gazette: notarize affidavit on Tamil Nadu stamp paper (Rs. 20 or Rs. 50), publish ads in one English daily (The Hindu Chennai or Times of India Chennai) and one Tamil daily (Dinamalar or Dinamani), and submit the dossier to Delhi. Government fee: Rs. 1,100 for general citizens. Timeline: 5 to 10 weeks.
- Notarize affidavit on Tamil Nadu stamp paper (Rs. 20 or Rs. 50).
- Publish in Dinamalar or Dinamani (Tamil) and The Hindu Chennai (English).
- Submit complete dossier to Department of Publication, New Delhi.
- Use Gazette copy to update Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, and banking records.
Chennai Newspaper Requirements
For name change ads in Chennai: 1. English daily: The Hindu (Chennai edition) is the most respected and widely accepted. Times of India Chennai and Deccan Chronicle are also accepted. 2. Tamil daily: Dinamalar and Dinamani are the most widely circulated Tamil dailies and are accepted across all government departments. Dinakaran is another acceptable option. The Hindu is particularly trusted in Chennai for legal notices and is recommended for the English ad.
Tamil Nadu Stamp Paper Denomination
Tamil Nadu typically requires Rs. 20 or Rs. 50 non-judicial stamp paper for name change affidavits. This is notably lower than states like Maharashtra. Your local notary in Chennai will advise the current applicable denomination. Ensure the stamp paper is purchased from an authorised vendor in Tamil Nadu.
Documents Required
Checklist for name change in Chennai:
- Notarized affidavit on Tamil Nadu stamp paper (Rs. 20 or Rs. 50)
- Original newspaper sheets: one English + one Tamil 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 apply uniformly in Chennai:
| 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 Chennai Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Chennai clients with the entire name change process remotely. We draft the affidavit, coordinate Tamil newspaper ads in Dinamalar, and prepare the complete dossier for submission to New Delhi. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.