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Name change in Mysuru: 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.
Mysuru (Mysore), a historic city and cultural capital of Karnataka, has a large population of government servants, educators, and professionals who frequently need name changes for service records. The Central Gazette of India process requires a notarized affidavit on Karnataka stamp paper, publication in one daily local leading newspaper in Mysuru, and dispatch to the Department of Publication in New Delhi. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote support to Mysuru 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.
Mysuru Newspaper Requirements
The Department of Publication requires the change of name to be advertised in one daily local leading newspaper - not two. For Mysuru: Times of India (Mysuru edition), Deccan Herald, or The Hindu. Vijay Karnataka (Mysuru edition, with high circulation in south Karnataka) or Prajavani (Mysuru edition). 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 Mysuru 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 Mysuru Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Mysuru clients remotely with affidavit drafting, Kannada newspaper coordination, dossier compilation, and dispatch guidance for New Delhi. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.