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Name change in Jodhpur: notarize affidavit on Rajasthan 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.
Jodhpur residents who need to legally change their name must follow the Central Gazette of India process. This involves a notarized affidavit on Rajasthan stamp paper, publication of the change of name notice in one daily local leading newspaper circulated in Jodhpur, and dispatch of the complete dossier to the Department of Publication in New Delhi. As the judicial capital of Rajasthan with a strong High Court presence, Jodhpur residents often need name changes for court records, land records, and passport updates. Inamdar Legal assists Jodhpur clients fully remotely.
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- 01Notarize affidavit on Rajasthan 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.
Jodhpur Newspaper Requirements
The Department of Publication requires the change of name to be advertised in one daily local leading newspaper - not two. For Jodhpur: Times of India (Jodhpur edition) or Hindustan Times. Rajasthan Patrika (Jodhpur edition) or Dainik Navjyoti or Dainik Bhaskar Rajasthan. 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 Jodhpur name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Rajasthan 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 Jodhpur Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Jodhpur clients remotely with affidavit drafting, Rajasthan Patrika coordination, dossier compilation, and dispatch guidance for New Delhi. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.