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Name change in Thiruvananthapuram: notarize affidavit on Kerala stamp paper (Rs. 50 or Rs. 100), 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.
Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), the capital of Kerala, is home to a large population of government employees, armed forces personnel, and professionals who frequently need name changes for service records and national identity documents. The Central Gazette of India process requires a notarized affidavit on Kerala stamp paper, publication in one daily local leading newspaper, and dispatch to the Department of Publication in New Delhi. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote support to Thiruvananthapuram clients.
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- 01Notarize affidavit on Kerala stamp paper (Rs. 50 or Rs. 100).
- 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.
Thiruvananthapuram Newspaper Requirements
The Department of Publication requires the change of name to be advertised in one daily local leading newspaper - not two. For Thiruvananthapuram: The Hindu (Thiruvananthapuram edition) or Times of India. Mathrubhumi (Thiruvananthapuram edition) or Malayala Manorama (both are the largest Malayalam newspapers and equally accepted in Thiruvananthapuram). 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 Thiruvananthapuram name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Kerala stamp paper (Rs. 50 or Rs. 100)
- 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 Thiruvananthapuram Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Thiruvananthapuram clients remotely with affidavit drafting, Malayalam newspaper coordination, dossier compilation, and dispatch guidance for New Delhi. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.