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Name change in Pune via the Central Gazette requires: an affidavit on Maharashtra stamp paper (Rs. 100 or Rs. 500), ads in one English daily (Indian Express Pune or Times of India Pune) and one Marathi daily (Sakal or Maharashtra Times Pune edition), and submission of the dossier to Delhi. Government fee is Rs. 1,100 for general citizens. Total timeline: 5 to 10 weeks.
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Pune residents looking to legally change their name must follow the Central Gazette procedure - one of the most authoritative methods recognized by the Passport Office, banks, and educational institutions across India. The process involves a notarized affidavit on Maharashtra stamp paper, publication of name change ads in one English and one Marathi newspaper published in Pune, and submission to the Department of Publication in New Delhi. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote support to Pune clients, handling drafting, coordination, and submission from Surat.
Name change in Pune via the Central Gazette requires: an affidavit on Maharashtra stamp paper (Rs. 100 or Rs. 500), ads in one English daily (Indian Express Pune or Times of India Pune) and one Marathi daily (Sakal or Maharashtra Times Pune edition), and submission of the dossier to Delhi. Government fee is Rs. 1,100 for general citizens. Total timeline: 5 to 10 weeks.
- Notarize affidavit on Maharashtra stamp paper (Rs. 100 or Rs. 500).
- Publish ads in Sakal or Maharashtra Times (Marathi) and Indian Express/TOI (English).
- Submit complete dossier to Department of Publication, New Delhi.
- Update Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, and bank records after Gazette publication.
Central Gazette vs. State Gazette for Pune Residents
Maharashtra has its own State Gazette, but for most purposes like passport, EPFO, and nationalized bank records, the Central Gazette of India is required. The State Gazette is primarily useful for Maharashtra government employees. For all private citizens in Pune seeking to update national IDs, the Central Gazette is the correct choice.
Pune-Specific Newspaper Requirements
For name change ads in Pune, the following newspapers are accepted: 1. English daily: Indian Express (Pune edition), Times of India (Pune), or Hindustan Times. 2. Marathi daily: Sakal (Pune's largest Marathi daily), Maharashtra Times, or Pudhari. Sakal has particularly strong circulation in Pune and is widely accepted by all government offices. The ad must include old name, new name, father's/husband's name, address, and affidavit date.
Documents Required
The document checklist for Pune name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Rs. 100 or Rs. 500 Maharashtra stamp paper
- Original newspaper sheets (English + Marathi)
- Completed and signed Proforma with 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 Assists Pune Clients
Inamdar Legal handles name changes for Pune clients remotely. We prepare the full affidavit draft, coordinate Pune newspaper advertisements, compile the dossier, and courier it to New Delhi for submission. Clients share their ID documents via WhatsApp and we handle everything. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.