Quick answer
Name change in Thane: notarize affidavit on Maharashtra stamp paper (Rs. 100 or Rs. 500), publish in Lokmat or Maharashtra Times Thane (Marathi) and Times of India Thane (English), submit dossier to Delhi. Government fee: Rs. 1,100. Timeline: 5 to 10 weeks.
Thane is part of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region and one of Maharashtra's fastest-growing cities. Residents who need a legal name change must follow the Central Gazette of India process - a notarized affidavit on Maharashtra stamp paper, publication in one English and one Marathi newspaper, and submission of the complete dossier to the Department of Publication in New Delhi. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote support to Thane clients.
Quick Answer
- 01Notarize affidavit on Maharashtra stamp paper (Rs. 100 or Rs. 500).
- 02Publish in Lokmat or Maharashtra Times Thane (Marathi) and Times of India Thane (English).
- 03Submit dossier to Department of Publication, New Delhi.
- 04Update Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, and bank records post-publication.
Thane Newspaper Requirements
For name change ads in Thane: 1. English daily: Times of India (Thane/Mumbai edition) or Hindustan Times Mumbai. 2. Marathi daily: Lokmat (Mumbai/Thane edition), Maharashtra Times, or Sakal. All are widely accepted in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
Documents Required
Checklist for Thane name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Maharashtra stamp paper (Rs. 100 or Rs. 500)
- Original newspaper sheets: one English + one Marathi 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:
| 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 Thane Clients
Inamdar Legal provides remote name change services for Thane clients. We draft the affidavit, coordinate newspaper ads, compile the complete dossier, and handle New Delhi submission. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.