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Name change in Dehradun: notarize affidavit on Uttarakhand 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. Timeline: 5 to 10 weeks.
Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand, is home to numerous government offices, defence establishments, and educational institutions. Residents who need a legal name change must follow the Central Gazette of India process: notarize an affidavit on Uttarakhand stamp paper, publish in one daily local leading newspaper in Dehradun, and dispatch the signed dossier to the Department of Publication, New Delhi, personally or by post/courier. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote support to Dehradun clients.
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- 01Notarize affidavit on Uttarakhand stamp paper (Rs. 50 or 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.
Dehradun Newspaper Requirements
The Department of Publication requires the change of name to be advertised in one daily local leading newspaper - not two. For Dehradun: Times of India (Dehradun edition) or Hindustan Times. Amar Ujala (Dehradun edition, strong in Uttarakhand) or Dainik Jagran (Dehradun) or Hindustan. 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 Dehradun name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Uttarakhand 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 Dehradun Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Dehradun clients remotely with affidavit drafting, Amar Ujala newspaper coordination, dossier compilation, and dispatch guidance for New Delhi. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.