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Name change in Vijayawada: notarize affidavit on AP 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.
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 daily local leading newspaper in Vijayawada, and send the complete dossier to the Department of Publication in New Delhi, personally or by post/courier. Inamdar Legal provides fully remote support to Vijayawada clients.
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- 01Notarize affidavit on Andhra 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 post-publication.
Vijayawada Newspaper Requirements
The Department of Publication requires the change of name to be advertised in one daily local leading newspaper - not two. For Vijayawada: The Hindu (Vijayawada edition) or Deccan Chronicle or Times of India. Eenadu (Vijayawada edition) or Andhra Jyothy (Vijayawada is one of Andhra Jyothy's primary markets) or Sakshi. 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 Vijayawada name change:
- Notarized affidavit on Andhra 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 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 Vijayawada Clients
Inamdar Legal assists Vijayawada clients remotely with the full name change process. Contact: +91 9106469665 or support@inamdarlegal.com.