Gazette Name Change in Chhattisgarh: Process, Documents, Fees & Online Application

The official instructions list a ₹430 Gazette challan, a ₹50 non-judicial stamp-paper affidavit, a local newspaper notice, a deed form with two witnesses, old-and-new-name verification, and identity/document proofs. The detailed instruction page also states that the affidavit and other supporting documents should meet the specified format and age requirements.

Quick Summary

Particular	Current information
Service	Ordinary Gazette Notification for Name Change
State	Chhattisgarh
Department	Government Printing and Stationery Department
Application system	Sewa Setu
Application options	Online / service centre
Gazette challan	₹430
Non-judicial stamp paper	₹50
Listed service charge	₹30
Listed components	₹510, excluding newspaper/notary/other costs
Service-list SLA	29 days
Main documents	Affidavit, newspaper notice, deed, witnesses, name-verification proof and IDs

The ₹510 figure is not a guaranteed final out-of-pocket cost because newspaper publication, notarisation and any private assistance can add separate costs.

What Is Gazette Name Change in Chhattisgarh?

A Gazette name change in Chhattisgarh is the publication of a person’s name-change notification through the state’s authorised Gazette process.

For Chhattisgarh applicants, the relevant government service is called Ordinary Gazette Notification for Name Change and is provided by the Government Printing and Stationery Department through the Sewa Setu service system.

The Gazette publication creates an official publication record connecting the applicant’s previous name with the new name.

Example

Suppose the old name is Ravi Kumar and the new name is Ravi Kumar Sharma. The applicant’s affidavit, deed, newspaper notice and Gazette application should consistently identify the old and new names according to the prescribed documents and forms.

Do not use different spellings, initials or name sequences across documents. A mismatch can create problems when the Gazette notification is later used for other records.

How to Change Your Name Through the Chhattisgarh Gazette

The Chhattisgarh Gazette name-change process can be organised into these main stages:

1. Prepare the required affidavit.
2. Publish the required name-change notice in a local newspaper.
3. Complete the prescribed deed form.
4. Arrange two witnesses and their identification details.
5. Collect old-name/new-name verification documents.
6. Collect the applicant’s government ID and other documents mentioned in the affidavit.
7. Pay the prescribed Gazette challan and service charge.
8. Submit the application through the Sewa Setu route.
9. Track the application and wait for processing.
10. After Gazette publication, use the notification to apply separately for changes in other records.

The official detailed instructions specifically list the affidavit, newspaper publication, deed form with two witnesses, old/new-name verification document, supporting documents, applicant ID and witness ID.

Step 1: Prepare the Name Change Affidavit

A name-change affidavit is a sworn declaration stating the applicant’s existing name, proposed name and relevant details required for the name-change process.

The Chhattisgarh Sewa Setu instructions specify a notarized affidavit in Form-III on ₹50 non-judicial stamp paper. The detailed instruction page states that the affidavit should not be more than three months old from the date of application.

Before submitting the affidavit, check:

• Old name spelling
• New name spelling
• Parent’s or spouse’s name, where applicable
• Date of birth
• Address
• Reason/details of the proposed name change
• Supporting documents mentioned in the affidavit

The affidavit establishes the applicant’s declaration regarding the proposed name change. The details should remain consistent with the newspaper notice, deed form and Gazette application. See also Name change affidavit in India.

Step 2: Publish the Name Change Notice in a Local Newspaper

The detailed Chhattisgarh Sewa Setu instruction page lists the original copy of the local newspaper publication of the name-change notice in Form-I as a required document. It also states that the newspaper notice should not be more than three months old from the application date.

Keep the original publication safely because it may be required during the Gazette application. The old name, new name, applicant details, address and other identifying information should not conflict.

One version of the Sewa Setu page labels the newspaper document as non-mandatory, while the detailed instruction page labels it mandatory. Because of this inconsistency, check the live application instructions immediately before submission.

Step 3: Complete the Name Change Deed Form

The Chhattisgarh Gazette process also lists a Deed Form in Form-II containing the names, signatures and addresses of two witnesses.

Before submitting the deed, verify:

• Applicant’s old name
• Applicant’s new name
• Witness 1 name, address and signature
• Witness 2 name, address and signature

The witness information should match the supporting identification documents submitted with the application.

Step 4: Arrange Old-Name and New-Name Verification Documents

The official Chhattisgarh service instructions specifically list an old-name and new-name verification document. The purpose is to support the connection between the applicant’s existing identity and the proposed name.

Keep the documents that establish the applicant’s existing identity readily available and make sure the spelling is consistent across the complete application.

Step 5: Keep Applicant and Witness ID Proof Ready

The official instruction page lists the government ID card of the applicant, the official ID card of the witness, and documents/IDs mentioned in the affidavit as part of the required documentation.

Before submitting, create one folder containing:

• ₹50 non-judicial stamp-paper affidavit
• Local newspaper name-change publication
• Form-II deed
• Two witnesses’ details and signatures
• Applicant government ID
• Witness ID
• Old-name/new-name verification document
• Documents or IDs referred to in the affidavit
• ₹430 challan
• Payment/service-charge acknowledgement

What Documents Are Required for Gazette Name Change in Chhattisgarh?

The detailed official Sewa Setu instructions list the following documents:

Document	Official instruction
₹430 Gazette challan	Required on detailed instruction page
₹50 non-judicial stamp-paper affidavit	Required
Local newspaper name-change publication	Required on detailed instruction page
Form-II deed with two witnesses	Required
Old-name/new-name verification document	Required
Documents/IDs mentioned in affidavit	Required
Applicant government ID	Required
Witness official ID	Required

Because different versions of the service page do not show identical mandatory flags, verify the current live checklist before final submission.

How Much Does Gazette Name Change Cost in Chhattisgarh?

The published Chhattisgarh Sewa Setu information shows these listed components:

Cost component	Amount
Gazette challan	₹430
Non-judicial stamp paper	₹50
Sewa Setu/Lok Seva Kendra service charge	₹30
Listed components total	₹510

₹510 is not a guaranteed final cost. Newspaper publication, notarisation and any optional professional/agent assistance can create additional expenses.

Government fees can change. Check the current Sewa Setu service page before making payment. For the Central Gazette route, the Department of Publication’s rate order dated 19 September 2023 lists ₹1,100 for an adult’s notice.

How Long Does Gazette Name Change Take in Chhattisgarh?

The official Sewa Setu service listing shows a 29-day service SLA for “Ordinary Gazette Notification for Name Change.” Another official instruction page displays 15 days as the time limit.

Can You Apply for Gazette Name Change Online in Chhattisgarh?

Yes. The Chhattisgarh Gazette name-change service is available through the Sewa Setu system, and the official service information lists an online application option as well as a service-centre option.

The official application form captures information such as:

• Full name before change
• Full name after change
• Name in Hindi
• Date of birth
• Gender
• Parent’s/husband’s name
• Address
• District
• Village/City
• Tehsil
• PIN code
• Details of documents related to the name change

Does online application mean everything is digital? Not necessarily. The application can be submitted online, but the process still requires documents such as the affidavit, deed, newspaper publication and identity/supporting documents according to the applicable instructions.

Chhattisgarh State Gazette vs Gazette of India

This is one of the most important distinctions when planning a name change.

Chhattisgarh State Gazette	Gazette of India
State-level Gazette process	Central Government Gazette process
Chhattisgarh Government service	Government of India publication system
Relevant Chhattisgarh service: Ordinary Gazette Notification for Name Change	Department of Publication handles Gazette of India name-change/public-notice publications
Application through Chhattisgarh’s state service route	Separate central publication process
Follow Chhattisgarh’s current document requirements	Follow Department of Publication’s current requirements

The Department of Publication, Government of India separately provides guidelines for change-of-name/public notices and lists specific guidelines for adult name changes, minors, surname changes and other categories.

Which Gazette should you choose?

The correct Gazette route depends on why you need the name-change notification and which authority will receive it. Do not assume that a Chhattisgarh State Gazette automatically satisfies every requirement of a central government department, passport authority, employer, university or other organisation. For the Raipur-specific guide, see Gazette name change in Raipur.

Does Gazette Publication Automatically Change Aadhaar, PAN or Passport?

No. Gazette publication does not automatically change the name in every government or private record.

After Gazette publication, you generally need to submit separate name-update requests to the relevant record-holding authorities. Possible records include:

• Aadhaar
• PAN
• Passport
• Bank account
• Driving licence
• Voter ID
• Educational certificates
• Employment records
• Insurance records
• Property records
• Other identity or financial records

For example, if your Gazette notification changes Amit Kumar to Amit Sharma, the Gazette publication does not itself change your Aadhaar or PAN database entry. You still need to approach the relevant authority and submit the documents required for that specific update.

What Should You Check Before Submitting the Application?

Name consistency

• Old name is spelled correctly.
• New name is spelled correctly.
• Hindi and English versions are consistent.
• Parent/spouse details are correct.
• Date of birth is correct.
• Address is correct.

Document consistency

• Affidavit matches the proposed name.
• Newspaper notice matches the affidavit.
• Deed form matches the affidavit.
• Witness details are complete.
• Applicant ID is ready.
• Witness ID is ready.
• Old-name/new-name verification document is ready.
• Other documents mentioned in the affidavit are ready.

Payment/application

• ₹430 challan requirement has been checked.
• ₹50 stamp-paper requirement has been checked.
• ₹30 service charge has been checked.
• Current Sewa Setu instructions have been reviewed.
• Application acknowledgement/payment proof has been saved.

Common Mistakes in Chhattisgarh Gazette Name Change Applications

1. Using different spellings

Using one spelling in the affidavit and another spelling in the newspaper notice can create a document-consistency problem. Fix: Finalise the exact old and new names before preparing any document.

2. Ignoring the prescribed forms

The Chhattisgarh service specifies forms for the affidavit, newspaper notice and deed process. Fix: Use the latest forms available through the official service route.

3. Missing witness information

The deed form requires information relating to two witnesses. Fix: Prepare both witnesses’ names, addresses and signatures and keep the applicable ID proof ready.

4. Assuming ₹510 is the complete cost

₹510 represents the listed ₹430 challan + ₹50 stamp paper + ₹30 service charge components. Fix: Budget separately for newspaper publication, notarisation and any optional assistance.

5. Treating the Gazette as an automatic document-update service

Gazette publication establishes the published name-change record but does not automatically rewrite every government or private database. Fix: After publication, contact each authority separately.

6. Relying on an old timeline

The official Chhattisgarh pages show different timeline figures. Fix: Check the live Sewa Setu service listing before applying.

What Happens After Gazette Publication?

After the Gazette notification is published, save the official publication/notification carefully. Your next step depends on the records you want to update.

A practical sequence is: Gazette publication → obtain/save official notification → update identity records → update financial records → update employment/education records → preserve old and new name documents

Do not discard documents showing your previous name. The old-name documents can remain useful when an authority needs to establish that the old and new names belong to the same person.

Frequently Asked Questions

Final Checklist for Gazette Name Change in Chhattisgarh

Before submitting the application, confirm:

• Old name: correct
• New name: correct
• Affidavit prepared in the prescribed format
• ₹50 stamp-paper requirement checked
• Newspaper notice prepared/published according to current instructions
• Deed completed with two witnesses
• Witness IDs ready
• Applicant ID ready
• Old/new-name verification ready
• Supporting documents ready
• ₹430 Gazette challan requirement checked
• ₹30 service charge requirement checked
• Sewa Setu instructions checked immediately before submission
• Application acknowledgement saved
• Post-Gazette updates planned separately

Conclusion

A Gazette name change in Chhattisgarh is handled through the Ordinary Gazette Notification for Name Change service of the Government Printing and Stationery Department, Chhattisgarh. The official Sewa Setu system provides the application route and lists the required documents, fees and service timeline.

The detailed instructions list a ₹430 Gazette challan, ₹50 non-judicial stamp-paper affidavit, newspaper publication, a deed with two witnesses, old/new-name verification and identity/supporting documents. The listed service charge is ₹30.

The official service pages show a timeline inconsistency of 15 versus 29 days, so applicants should verify the live portal before relying on a specific processing period.

Most importantly, Gazette publication should be treated as evidence of the published name change, not as an automatic update to every other record. After publication, update Aadhaar, PAN, passport, banking, education, employment and other records separately according to the requirements of each authority. If you need help with the paperwork, contact NameChangeDesk.

Official verification sources

• Chhattisgarh Sewa Setu — Ordinary Gazette Notification for Name Change (Government Printing and Stationery Department)
• Department of Publication, Government of India — Change of Name/Public Notices
• Department of Publication — Gazette rates