Name Change Affidavit in Patna
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Name Change for Patna 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 Patna and nearby areas such as Kankarbagh, Boring Road, Patliputra Colony, Rajendra Nagar, and Danapur. 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 Patna: the process in Bihar
Registration and legal formalities are governed at the state level, so the exact law, portal and fees for Patna follow Bihar's rules. Here's how it works.
Governing law. No dedicated statute; the route is a notarised affidavit + newspaper publication + Bihar Gazette notification (published by the State's Printing & Stationery / Government Press, Gulzarbagh, Patna).
How name change works in Bihar
- Draft a name-change affidavit stating old name, new name and reason
- Get the affidavit notarised/attested
- Publish the change in one Hindi and one English newspaper circulating in Bihar
- Prepare the gazette application with affidavit, newspaper proofs, ID/address proofs and photos
- Submit to the Bihar Government Press / Department of Information for gazette publication
- Receive the published Bihar Gazette notification and update other records
Documents required in Bihar
- Notarised name-change affidavit on stamp paper
- Identity proof (Aadhaar, passport, voter ID or PAN); address proof
- Newspaper clippings (one Hindi and one English daily)
- Passport-size photographs
- Gazette application form / prescribed proforma
- Soft copy (CD/digital) of the application where required
Good to know in Bihar: The gazette is the strongest proof and is often required by passport/PSU/government departments. Confirm current gazette fees and procedure with the Bihar Government Press, Gulzarbagh, Patna.
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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 Patna 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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