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Civil Reviewed Nov 2025
Changing my name legally
You want to officially change your name (or surname after marriage) across all government documents.
3 steps 4 documents ~3 min read Department of Publication
The law
Guidelines of the Department of Publication, Government of India.
Your remedy
Publication of your new name in the Official Gazette of India, serving as absolute legal proof.
Steps to take
Documents to gather
Where to go
Department of Publication, Civil Lines, Delhi (Can be done via post).
Jurisdiction varies by state — confirm exact venue with a local advocate.
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