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Name change in Jalandhar: notarize affidavit on Punjab stamp paper (Rs. 50 or Rs. 100), publish in Dainik Jagran or Punjab Kesari (Hindi) and Tribune Jalandhar (English), submit dossier to Delhi. Government fee: Rs. 1,100. Timeline: 5 to 10 weeks.
Jalandhar is one of Punjab's oldest cities and a major hub for NRIs, media, and educational institutions. Residents who need a legal name change must follow the Central Gazette of India process: notarize an affidavit on Punjab stamp paper, publish in one English and one Hindi newspaper in Jalandhar, and submit the complete dossier to New Delhi. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote support to Jalandhar clients.
Quick Answer
- 01Notarize affidavit on Punjab non-judicial stamp paper (Rs. 50 or Rs. 100).
- 02Publish in Dainik Jagran Jalandhar or Punjab Kesari (Hindi) and The Tribune (English).
- 03Submit dossier to Department of Publication, New Delhi.
- 04Update Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, and bank records after Gazette publication.
Jalandhar Newspaper Requirements
For name change ads in Jalandhar: 1. English daily: The Tribune (Jalandhar edition) or Hindustan Times or Times of India. 2. Hindi daily: Dainik Jagran (Jalandhar edition - Jalandhar is one of Dainik Jagran's key markets in Punjab) or Punjab Kesari or Dainik Bhaskar. Dainik Jagran is particularly strong in Jalandhar.
Documents Required
Checklist for Jalandhar name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Punjab non-judicial stamp paper (Rs. 50 or Rs. 100)
- Original newspaper sheets: one English + one Hindi 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:
| 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 Jalandhar Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Jalandhar clients remotely with the full name change process. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.