A minor error in your name can create major issues. Correct it legally to ensure your identity is protected and consistent across all official records.
✓Fix Spelling Errors – Avoid mismatches in official documents.
📄Match Across All Records – Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, and more.
Spelling errors in official documents? You have nothing to worry about. Collect evidence, write an affidavit, apply for change, publish a notice, and update your records.
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Affidavit Preparation
We help draft and notarize your affidavit quickly and accurately.
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Newspaper Publishing
We manage English + local language ad publishing as per state requirements.
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Gazette Filing
Complete documentation & government form submission handled by us.
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100% Legal Compliance
We ensure your application meets all Gazette & legal name change laws.
The Name Change Process Step-by-Step Explained
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Prepare an Affidavit
Declare your current and corrected name along with a valid reason in a notarized affidavit.
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Newspaper Publication
Publish a public notice of the name change in one local and one English newspaper.
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Gazette Publication
Submit all documents to have your name officially published in the Gazette of India.
Benefits of Gazette Notification for Change of Name Due to Spelling Mistake
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Legal Recognition
A Gazette notification provides official legal recognition of your corrected name by government authorities and institutions.
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Document Consistency
Ensures consistency across all your documents including passport, Aadhaar card, bank accounts, and academic records.
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Proof for Legal & Financial Matters
Used as verified proof in jobs, visa applications, banking transactions, and court matters where identity proof is mandatory.
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Smooth Travel & Immigration
Matching names across all documents is essential for international travel, visa interviews, and immigration processing.
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Prevention of Future Issues
Helps prevent discrepancies that could cause legal issues or delays in future personal or professional dealings.
Required Documents for Name Change Process
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Affidavit for Name Change
Prepare a notarized affidavit on Rs. 20/- non-judicial stamp paper stating your old and new names and the reason for the change.
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Newspaper Advertisement
Publish a "Name Change" ad in one local language and one English newspaper.
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Proof of Identity
Submit ID proofs such as Aadhar card, passport, or voter ID.
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Educational Documents
Provide educational certificates if applicable.
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Photographs
Include three recent passport-sized photographs.
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Processing Fee
Pay the processing fee online for the name change application.
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Gazette Publication
Submit your application, Demand Draft (DD), and documents to the Department of Publication.
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Professional support through every step of the process, ensuring all legal requirements are fulfilled smoothly.
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Streamlined process ensures quick turnaround so you can move ahead without delays.
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From affidavits to newspaper ads to Gazette – everything is managed by us, end to end.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about correcting your name due to spelling errors through the Gazette process.
It refers to correcting a wrongly spelled name in government-issued documents through an official Gazette notification.
Yes, even small corrections in spelling typically require Gazette publication for legal recognition across official platforms.
You’ll need an affidavit, identity proof, address proof, passport-sized photos, and newspaper ad copies.
No. You must separately apply to update Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, etc. using the Gazette as supporting proof.
Yes, many authorized agencies like ApplyNameChange.in allow fully online name correction service, including documentation and Gazette application.
Typically, the process takes 2–4 weeks depending on affidavit preparation, ad publishing, and Gazette processing.
Some educational institutions allow updates based on Gazette proof. You’ll need to contact them with supporting documents.
Yes. NRIs can apply from abroad, but must notarize documents at the Indian embassy or consulate.
