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Name change in Mangalore: notarize affidavit on Karnataka stamp paper (Rs. 100 or Rs. 200), publish in Udayavani or Vijay Karnataka (Kannada) and Times of India Mangalore or Deccan Herald (English), submit dossier to Delhi. 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 English and one Kannada newspaper in Mangalore, and submit to the Department of Publication in New Delhi. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote support to Mangalore clients.
Quick Answer
- 01Notarize affidavit on Karnataka stamp paper (Rs. 100 or Rs. 200).
- 02Publish in Udayavani or Vijay Karnataka (Kannada) and Times of India Mangalore (English).
- 03Submit dossier to Department of Publication, New Delhi.
- 04Update Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, and bank records after Gazette publication.
Mangalore Newspaper Requirements
For name change ads in Mangalore: 1. English daily: Times of India (Mangalore edition), Deccan Herald, or The Hindu. 2. Kannada daily: Udayavani (Mangalore-based Kannada daily, the most widely accepted in coastal Karnataka) or Vijay Karnataka. Udayavani is strongly recommended for Mangalore as it is headquartered there.
Documents Required
Checklist for Mangalore name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Karnataka stamp paper (Rs. 100 or Rs. 200)
- Original newspaper sheets: one English + one Kannada 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:
| 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 Mangalore Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Mangalore clients remotely with affidavit drafting, Udayavani newspaper coordination, dossier compilation, and New Delhi submission. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.