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Name change in Srinagar: notarize affidavit on J&K stamp paper (Rs. 25 or Rs. 50), 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.
Srinagar, the summer capital of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, is home to residents who frequently need name changes for identity documents, property records, and national government services. Since J&K became a Union Territory in 2019, the Central Gazette of India is the primary official channel for name changes. The process requires a notarized affidavit on J&K stamp paper, publication in one daily local leading newspaper in Srinagar, and dispatch to the Department of Publication in New Delhi. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote support to Srinagar clients.
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- 01Notarize affidavit on J&K non-judicial stamp paper (Rs. 25 or Rs. 50).
- 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.
Srinagar Newspaper Requirements
The Department of Publication requires the change of name to be advertised in one daily local leading newspaper - not two. For Srinagar: Greater Kashmir (Srinagar - one of J&K's largest English dailies) or Kashmir Monitor or Rising Kashmir. Aftab (widely circulated Urdu daily in Srinagar) or Srinagar Times or Kashmir Uzma. 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.
J&K Stamp Paper
Jammu and Kashmir uses relatively low-denomination stamp paper. Rs. 25 or Rs. 50 non-judicial stamp paper is typically used for affidavits. Since J&K became a Union Territory, stamp paper procedures are aligned with central government requirements. Your local notary in Srinagar will advise the current denomination.
Documents Required
Checklist for Srinagar name change:
- Notarized affidavit on J&K non-judicial stamp paper (Rs. 25 or Rs. 50)
- 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 Srinagar Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Srinagar clients remotely with affidavit drafting, English and Urdu newspaper coordination, dossier compilation, and dispatch guidance for New Delhi. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.