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Name change in Ludhiana: notarize affidavit on Punjab 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.
Ludhiana is Punjab's largest city and its industrial capital. Residents who need to legally change their name must follow the Central Gazette of India process: notarize an affidavit on Punjab stamp paper, publish the change of name notice in one daily local leading newspaper widely circulated in Ludhiana, and send the complete dossier to the Department of Publication in New Delhi, personally or by post/courier. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote support to Ludhiana clients.
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- 01Notarize affidavit on Punjab 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.
Ludhiana Newspaper Requirements
The Department of Publication requires the change of name to be advertised in one daily local leading newspaper - not two. For Ludhiana: The Tribune (Ludhiana edition) or Hindustan Times Chandigarh/Ludhiana or Times of India. Punjab Kesari (Ludhiana - one of Punjab's most read Hindi dailies) or Dainik Bhaskar Ludhiana or Dainik Jagran. 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 Ludhiana name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Punjab 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 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 Ludhiana Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Ludhiana clients remotely with affidavit drafting, newspaper coordination, dossier compilation, and dispatch guidance for New Delhi. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.