If you are planning to legally change your name in India, publishing your name change in the official gazette is a mandatory and crucial step. With digital services now simplifying legal processes, platforms like MakeMyGazette have made the entire procedure fast, secure, and completely online. Whether you are changing your name after marriage, correcting a spelling mistake, adopting a new name, or modifying your surname, online gazette publication ensures your new name is legally recognized across all government and private institutions.

What is Gazette Name Change?

A gazette name change refers to the official publication of your new name in the Government Gazette. This publication serves as legal proof that your name has been changed. Once published, you can update your name on important documents such as Aadhaar card, passport, PAN card, bank records, educational certificates, and other official IDs.