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Name change in Mangalore: notarize affidavit on Karnataka stamp paper (Rs. 100 or Rs. 200), 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.
Mangalore (Mangaluru), a major port city in coastal Karnataka, is home to a diverse population of Tulu, Konkani, Malayalam, and Kannada-speaking residents. Residents who need a legal name change must follow the Central Gazette of India process: notarize an affidavit on Karnataka stamp paper, publish in one daily local leading newspaper in Mangalore, and submit to the Department of Publication in New Delhi. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote support to Mangalore clients.
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- 01Notarize affidavit on Karnataka stamp paper (Rs. 100 or Rs. 200).
- 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.
Mangalore Newspaper Requirements
The Department of Publication requires the change of name to be advertised in one daily local leading newspaper - not two. For Mangalore: Times of India (Mangalore edition), Deccan Herald, or The Hindu. Udayavani (Mangalore-based Kannada daily, the most widely accepted in coastal Karnataka) or Vijay Karnataka. 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 Mangalore name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Karnataka stamp paper (Rs. 100 or Rs. 200)
- 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 Mangalore Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Mangalore clients remotely with affidavit drafting, Udayavani newspaper coordination, dossier compilation, and dispatch guidance for New Delhi. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.