How to Change Name in India

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The legal process for changing your name involves submitting an affidavit stating your intention to change your current name to a new one. Next, you need to publish a notice in your local newspaper informing people about your name change. Next, you need to apply for a name change through a gazette notification. Your name change will then be published in the gazette notification.

How to Change Name in Aadhaar Card ?

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To change your name on your Aadhaar card, India’s vital identity proof, formal legal support is essential. The Gazette Notification for Name Change serves as crucial evidence. While Aadhaar updates are processed offline at dedicated centres, this Gazette is the primary supporting document required. At the centre, you will fill out the necessary form, provide your old Aadhaar and the Gazette, complete biometric verification, pay the applicable fee, and receive a URN for tracking your application.