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Name change in Ghaziabad: notarize affidavit on UP 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. Timeline: 4 to 8 weeks.
Ghaziabad is part of the National Capital Region (NCR) and one of the fastest-growing cities in Uttar Pradesh. Residents who need a legal name change must follow the Central Gazette of India process: notarize an affidavit on Uttar Pradesh stamp paper, publish in one daily local leading newspaper in Ghaziabad, and dispatch the signed dossier to the Department of Publication, New Delhi, personally or by post/courier. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote support to Ghaziabad clients.
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- 01Notarize affidavit on Uttar 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 Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, and bank records after Gazette publication.
Ghaziabad Newspaper Requirements
The Department of Publication requires the change of name to be advertised in one daily local leading newspaper - not two. For Ghaziabad: Times of India (NCR/Delhi edition) or Hindustan Times NCR. Hindustan (strong in western UP and NCR) or Dainik Jagran Ghaziabad or Amar Ujala. 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 Ghaziabad name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Uttar 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 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 Ghaziabad Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Ghaziabad clients remotely with affidavit drafting, newspaper newspaper notice, dossier compilation, and dispatch guidance for New Delhi. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.