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Name change in Faridabad: notarize affidavit on Haryana 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: 4 to 8 weeks.
Faridabad is Haryana's largest city and an important industrial hub in the National Capital Region. Residents who need a legal name change must follow the Central Gazette of India process: notarize an affidavit on Haryana stamp paper, publish in one daily local leading newspaper in Faridabad, and dispatch the signed dossier to the Department of Publication, New Delhi, personally or by post/courier. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote support to Faridabad clients.
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- 01Notarize affidavit on Haryana non-judicial 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.
Faridabad Newspaper Requirements
The Department of Publication requires the change of name to be advertised in one daily local leading newspaper - not two. For Faridabad: Times of India (NCR/Delhi edition) or Hindustan Times NCR. Dainik Bhaskar (Faridabad/NCR edition) or Hindustan (NCR) or Dainik Jagran. 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.
Haryana Stamp Paper for Faridabad
Faridabad is in Haryana, so Haryana non-judicial stamp paper of Rs. 50 or Rs. 100 is required for name change affidavits. Stamp paper and notaries are available at Faridabad district court (near NIT Faridabad).
Documents Required
Checklist for Faridabad name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Haryana non-judicial 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 uniformly:
| 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 Faridabad Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Faridabad clients remotely with affidavit drafting, newspaper coordination, dossier compilation, and dispatch guidance for New Delhi. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.