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Name change in Varanasi: notarize affidavit on UP stamp paper (Rs. 100), publish in Dainik Jagran Varanasi or Hindustan (Hindi) and Times of India Varanasi (English), submit dossier to Delhi. Government fee: Rs. 1,100. Timeline: 5 to 10 weeks.
Varanasi (also known as Kashi or Banaras) is one of India's oldest cities, and its residents often need name changes for religious reasons, document corrections, or marriage-related surname updates. The Central Gazette of India is the standard procedure. It requires a notarized affidavit on Uttar Pradesh stamp paper, publication in one English and one Hindi newspaper in Varanasi, and physical submission to the Department of Publication in New Delhi. Inamdar Legal provides remote support to Varanasi clients throughout the process.
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- 01Notarize affidavit on Uttar Pradesh stamp paper (Rs. 100).
- 02Publish in Dainik Jagran Varanasi or Hindustan (Hindi) and Times of India Varanasi (English).
- 03Submit dossier to Department of Publication, New Delhi.
- 04Update Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, and bank records after publication.
Varanasi Newspaper Requirements
For name change ads in Varanasi: 1. English daily: Times of India (Varanasi edition) or The Hindu. 2. Hindi daily: Dainik Jagran (Varanasi/Banaras edition) or Hindustan or Amar Ujala. Dainik Jagran is widely circulated in eastern UP and is the most commonly accepted.
Documents Required
Checklist for Varanasi name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Uttar Pradesh stamp paper (Rs. 100)
- Original newspaper sheets: one English + one Hindi 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:
| 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 Varanasi Clients
Inamdar Legal serves Varanasi clients remotely. We draft the affidavit, coordinate Hindi newspaper ads, compile the complete dossier, and handle submission to New Delhi. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.