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Name change in Srinagar: notarize affidavit on J&K stamp paper (Rs. 25 or Rs. 50), publish in Greater Kashmir or Kashmir Monitor (English) and Aftab or Srinagar Times (Urdu), submit dossier to Delhi. 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 English and one Urdu newspaper in Srinagar, and submission 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 in Greater Kashmir or Kashmir Monitor (English) and Aftab or Srinagar Times (Urdu).
- 03Submit dossier to Department of Publication, New Delhi.
- 04Update Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, and bank records after Gazette publication.
Srinagar Newspaper Requirements
For name change ads in Srinagar: 1. English daily: Greater Kashmir (Srinagar - one of J&K's largest English dailies) or Kashmir Monitor or Rising Kashmir. 2. Urdu daily: Aftab (widely circulated Urdu daily in Srinagar) or Srinagar Times or Kashmir Uzma. Urdu is the official language of J&K and Urdu newspapers are accepted by the Department of Publication for J&K applicants.
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 sheets: one English + one Urdu 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 Srinagar Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Srinagar clients remotely with affidavit drafting, English and Urdu newspaper coordination, dossier compilation, and New Delhi submission. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.