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Name change in Tiruchirappalli: notarize affidavit on Tamil Nadu stamp paper (Rs. 20 or Rs. 50), publish in Dinamalar or Dinakaran (Tamil) and The Hindu Trichy (English), submit dossier to Delhi. Government fee: Rs. 1,100. Timeline: 5 to 10 weeks.
Tiruchirappalli (Trichy) is a major city in central Tamil Nadu with a prominent High Court bench presence. Residents who need a legal name change must follow the Central Gazette of India process: notarize an affidavit on Tamil Nadu stamp paper, publish in one English and one Tamil newspaper in Tiruchirappalli, and submit the complete dossier to the Department of Publication in New Delhi. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote support to Tiruchirappalli clients.
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- 01Notarize affidavit on Tamil Nadu stamp paper (Rs. 20 or Rs. 50).
- 02Publish in Dinamalar or Dinakaran (Tamil) and The Hindu Tiruchirappalli (English).
- 03Submit dossier to Department of Publication, New Delhi.
- 04Update Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, and bank records after Gazette publication.
Tiruchirappalli Newspaper Requirements
For name change ads in Tiruchirappalli: 1. English daily: The Hindu (Tiruchirappalli edition) is the most accepted. Times of India is also used. 2. Tamil daily: Dinamalar (Trichy edition, widely circulated in central Tamil Nadu) or Dinakaran or Dinamani. Dinamalar is the most recommended for Tiruchirappalli.
Documents Required
Checklist for Tiruchirappalli name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Tamil Nadu stamp paper (Rs. 20 or Rs. 50)
- Original newspaper sheets: one English + one Tamil 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 Tiruchirappalli Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Tiruchirappalli clients remotely with affidavit drafting, Tamil newspaper coordination, dossier compilation, and New Delhi submission. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.