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Name change in Vijayawada: notarize affidavit on AP stamp paper (Rs. 100), publish in Eenadu Vijayawada or Andhra Jyothy (Telugu) and The Hindu Vijayawada (English), submit dossier to Delhi. Government fee: Rs. 1,100. Timeline: 5 to 10 weeks.
Vijayawada is one of Andhra Pradesh's most important commercial and political cities. Residents who need a legal name change must follow the Central Gazette of India process: notarize an affidavit on AP stamp paper, publish in one English and one Telugu newspaper in Vijayawada, and submit the complete dossier to the Department of Publication in New Delhi. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote support to Vijayawada clients.
Quick Answer
- 01Notarize affidavit on Andhra Pradesh stamp paper (Rs. 100).
- 02Publish in Eenadu Vijayawada or Andhra Jyothy (Telugu) and The Hindu Vijayawada (English).
- 03Submit dossier to Department of Publication, New Delhi.
- 04Update Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, and bank records post-publication.
Vijayawada Newspaper Requirements
For name change ads in Vijayawada: 1. English daily: The Hindu (Vijayawada edition) or Deccan Chronicle or Times of India. 2. Telugu daily: Eenadu (Vijayawada edition) or Andhra Jyothy (Vijayawada is one of Andhra Jyothy's primary markets) or Sakshi. Both Eenadu and Andhra Jyothy are widely accepted.
Documents Required
Checklist for Vijayawada name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Andhra Pradesh stamp paper (Rs. 100)
- Original newspaper sheets: one English + one Telugu 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 uniformly:
| 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 Vijayawada Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Vijayawada clients remotely with the full name change process. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.