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Name change in Patna: notarize affidavit on Bihar stamp paper (Rs. 50 or Rs. 100), publish in Hindustan Patna or Dainik Jagran (Hindi) and Times of India Patna or The Telegraph (English), submit dossier to Delhi. Government fee: Rs. 1,100. Timeline: 5 to 10 weeks.
Patna, the capital of Bihar, is home to many residents who need name changes for identity documents, land records, and government service records. The Central Gazette of India process is the most recognized method. It requires a notarized affidavit on Bihar stamp paper, publication in one English and one Hindi newspaper circulated in Patna, and submission of the complete dossier to the Department of Publication in New Delhi. Inamdar Legal assists Patna clients fully remotely.
Quick Answer
- 01Notarize affidavit on Bihar stamp paper (Rs. 50 or Rs. 100).
- 02Publish in Hindustan Patna or Dainik Jagran (Hindi) and Times of India Patna (English).
- 03Submit dossier to Department of Publication, New Delhi.
- 04Update Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, and bank records after Gazette publication.
Patna Newspaper Requirements
For name change ads in Patna: 1. English daily: Times of India (Patna edition) or Hindustan Times Patna. 2. Hindi daily: Hindustan (Patna edition, very high circulation in Bihar) or Dainik Jagran (Patna) or Prabhat Khabar. Hindustan is particularly strong in Patna and the Bihar region.
Documents Required
Checklist for Patna name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Bihar stamp paper (Rs. 50 or Rs. 100)
- Original newspaper sheets: one English + one Hindi 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 uniformly:
| 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 Patna Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Patna clients remotely. We draft the affidavit, coordinate Hindustan newspaper ads, compile the dossier, and handle submission to New Delhi. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.