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Name change in Jamshedpur: notarize affidavit on Jharkhand 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.
Jamshedpur, home to Tata Steel and one of India's most planned industrial cities, has a large population of corporate employees and professionals who frequently need name changes for company records and national identity documents. The Central Gazette of India process requires a notarized affidavit on Jharkhand stamp paper, publication in one daily local leading newspaper in Jamshedpur, and dispatch to the Department of Publication in New Delhi. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote support to Jamshedpur clients.
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- 01Notarize affidavit on Jharkhand 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 company records after Gazette publication.
Jamshedpur Newspaper Requirements
The Department of Publication requires the change of name to be advertised in one daily local leading newspaper - not two. For Jamshedpur: Times of India (Jamshedpur edition) or Hindustan Times Jharkhand. Prabhat Khabar (Jamshedpur edition - Prabhat Khabar has its strongest presence in eastern Jharkhand, particularly around Jamshedpur) or Dainik Jagran 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 Jamshedpur name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Jharkhand 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 Jamshedpur Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Jamshedpur clients remotely with affidavit drafting, Prabhat Khabar newspaper coordination, dossier compilation, and dispatch guidance for New Delhi. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.