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Name change in Gurugram: 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.
Gurugram (Gurgaon) is India's corporate and startup capital, home to thousands of professionals, many of whom are expats or have recently relocated from other states. 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 Gurugram, and dispatch the signed dossier to the Department of Publication, New Delhi, personally or by post/courier. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote support to Gurugram 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.
Gurugram Newspaper Requirements
The Department of Publication requires the change of name to be advertised in one daily local leading newspaper - not two. For Gurugram: Hindustan Times (Gurgaon/NCR edition - particularly strong in Gurugram) or Times of India NCR or The Hindu Delhi. Dainik Jagran (NCR/Delhi edition) or Hindustan (NCR) or Navbharat Times. 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 Gurugram
Gurugram falls in Haryana, so Haryana non-judicial stamp paper of Rs. 50 or Rs. 100 is required. Notaries are available at the Gurugram district court complex near Civil Lines, Gurugram.
Documents Required
Checklist for Gurugram 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:
| 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 Gurugram Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Gurugram clients remotely with affidavit drafting, newspaper coordination, dossier compilation, and dispatch guidance for New Delhi. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.