Name Change Affidavit in Bhubaneswar
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Name Change for Bhubaneswar residents
Whether it's a name change after marriage, correcting a spelling, or adopting a new name, a legally recognised change needs three steps: a notarised affidavit, a newspaper publication and a gazette notification. VakilHub's lawyers handle all three end to end and deliver the documents you'll need to update your Aadhaar, PAN, passport and bank records.
We serve clients right across Bhubaneswar and nearby areas such as Saheed Nagar, Patia, Chandrasekharpur, Jaydev Vihar, and Khandagiri. Your dedicated advocate manages the paperwork, appointments and follow-ups, so you avoid the queues and get your name change sorted without taking time off work.
Name Change in Bhubaneswar: the process in Odisha
Registration and legal formalities are governed at the state level, so the exact law, portal and fees for Bhubaneswar follow Odisha's rules. Here's how it works.
Governing law. No dedicated statute; the route is affidavit + newspaper publication + Gazette notification. Gazette publication is handled by the Directorate of Printing, Stationery and Publication, Odisha, Madhupatna, Cuttack, via the Odisha eGazette portal. Affidavits are sworn before a Notary Public / Executive Magistrate.
How name change works in Odisha
- Draft and notarise an affidavit declaring the change with reason
- Publish a name-change advertisement in one local and/or national newspaper
- Register/login on the Odisha eGazette portal and submit the application with affidavit, two signed notices, newspaper page and KYC
- Await approval by the Directorate
- Pay the Gazette publication fee online after approval
- Download the published e-Gazette notification once issued
Documents required in Odisha
- Notarised affidavit declaring the change from old to new name and the reason
- Two copies of the Notice/Proforma to be published, signed by the applicant
- Original newspaper full page carrying the advertisement
- KYC / photo identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN or Voter ID) and address proof
- Passport-size photograph
- For government servants: NOC from employer and signed Deed Changing Name
- For minors: parent/guardian affidavit, guardian ID/address proof, and minor's birth certificate/Aadhaar
Good to know in Odisha: The eGazette publication is the legally recognised proof used to update Aadhaar, PAN, passport and other records. Requirements differ for adults vs minors and for government servants (who need employer NOC). Verify current fee and proforma on the official eGazette portal.
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What's included
- Drafting of a legally correct name-change affidavit
- Notarisation of the affidavit
- Publication of the change in a local and national newspaper
- Preparation and filing of the gazette notification
- Delivery of all documents for updating your official records
Documents you'll need
- Identity proof showing your existing name (Aadhaar, PAN or passport)
- Address proof
- Two passport-size photographs
- Marriage certificate (for a name change after marriage), if applicable
Name Change in Bhubaneswar in four simple steps
Share your details
Tell us your current name, the new name and the reason for the change.
Affidavit and notarisation
We draft and notarise your name-change affidavit.
Newspaper publication
We publish the change in newspapers as required for the gazette process.
Gazette notification
We file the gazette application and deliver the published notification to you.
Timeline: Affidavit within 1–2 days; newspaper publication within a week; gazette notification typically 3–6 weeks depending on the gazette office.
Name Change FAQs
Do I need a gazette notification, or is an affidavit enough?
An affidavit alone is enough for some purposes, but a gazette notification is the strongest, most widely accepted proof of a name change and is often required for passports and government records.
Can I change my name after marriage with this?
Yes. A name change after marriage is one of the most common cases — we handle the affidavit, publication and gazette so you can update your documents.
Which documents can I update afterwards?
Once complete, you can update your Aadhaar, PAN, passport, bank accounts, driving licence and other official records.
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