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Name change in Noida: notarize affidavit on UP stamp paper (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: 4 to 8 weeks.
Noida (New Okhla Industrial Development Authority) is a major IT and corporate hub in the National Capital Region, home to professionals from across India. Residents who need a legal name change must follow the Central Gazette of India process: notarize an affidavit on Uttar Pradesh stamp paper, publish in one daily local leading newspaper, and dispatch the signed dossier to the Department of Publication, New Delhi, personally or by post/courier. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote support to Noida clients.
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- 01Notarize affidavit on Uttar Pradesh stamp paper (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.
Noida Newspaper Requirements
The Department of Publication requires the change of name to be advertised in one daily local leading newspaper - not two. For Noida: Times of India (NCR/Delhi edition) or Hindustan Times NCR or The Hindu Delhi. Hindustan (NCR/Delhi edition), Navbharat Times (Delhi), or Dainik Jagran (Delhi/NCR). 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.
UP Stamp Paper for Noida
Although Noida is part of the NCR and functions like Delhi, it falls in Gautam Buddha Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh. Therefore, Uttar Pradesh non-judicial stamp paper of Rs. 100 is required for the name change affidavit in Noida. The affidavit must be notarized in UP (Noida itself has district courts in Sector 27 where notaries are available).
Documents Required
Checklist for Noida name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Uttar Pradesh stamp paper (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 Noida Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Noida clients remotely with affidavit drafting, newspaper coordination, dossier compilation, and dispatch to the Department of Publication. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.