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Name change in Varanasi: notarize affidavit on UP stamp paper (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.
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 daily local leading 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 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 publication.
Varanasi Newspaper Requirements
The Department of Publication requires the change of name to be advertised in one daily local leading newspaper - not two. For Varanasi: Times of India (Varanasi edition) or The Hindu. Dainik Jagran (Varanasi/Banaras edition) or Hindustan or Amar Ujala. 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 Varanasi name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Uttar Pradesh stamp paper (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:
| 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 Varanasi Clients
Inamdar Legal serves Varanasi clients remotely. We draft the affidavit, coordinate Hindi newspaper newspaper notice, compile the complete dossier, and prepare it for dispatch to New Delhi. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.