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Name change in Vadodara: notarize affidavit on Gujarat 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.
Vadodara (also known as Baroda) residents who need to change their name legally must follow the Central Gazette of India process. This involves a notarized affidavit on Gujarat stamp paper, publication in one daily local leading newspaper circulated in Vadodara, and dispatch of the physical dossier to the Department of Publication in New Delhi. Inamdar Legal, based in Surat, has deep expertise in Gujarat name change procedures and serves Vadodara clients remotely.
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- 01Notarize affidavit on Gujarat 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 banking records post-publication.
Vadodara-Specific Newspaper Options
The Department of Publication requires the change of name to be advertised in one daily local leading newspaper - not two. For Vadodara: Times of India (Vadodara edition) or Indian Express Vadodara. Gujarat Samachar (Vadodara edition), Sandesh, or Divya Bhaskar (Gujarati). 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 Vadodara name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Gujarat 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 uniformly:
| 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 Vadodara Clients
As a Surat-based Gujarat firm, Inamdar Legal understands local requirements intimately. We draft the affidavit, coordinate Vadodara newspaper newspaper notice, and prepare the complete dossier for dispatch to New Delhi. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.