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Name change in Thane: notarize affidavit on Maharashtra stamp paper (Rs. 100 or Rs. 500), 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.
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 daily local leading newspaper, and dispatch of the complete dossier to the Department of Publication in New Delhi. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote support to Thane clients.
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- 01Notarize affidavit on Maharashtra stamp paper (Rs. 100 or Rs. 500).
- 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 post-publication.
Thane Newspaper Requirements
The Department of Publication requires the change of name to be advertised in one daily local leading newspaper - not two. For Thane: Times of India (Thane/Mumbai edition) or Hindustan Times Mumbai. Lokmat (Mumbai/Thane edition), Maharashtra Times, or Sakal. 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.
Documents Required
Checklist for Thane name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Maharashtra stamp paper (Rs. 100 or Rs. 500)
- 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:
| 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 Thane Clients
Inamdar Legal provides remote name change services for Thane clients. We draft the affidavit, coordinate newspaper newspaper notice, compile the complete dossier, and prepare it for dispatch to New Delhi. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.