Aadhaar card is an important identity proof in India. Therefore, all your information in your Aadhaar card should be correct. Because now the Aadhaar card is asked everywhere and the same details are submitted in other documents based on the details of the Aadhaar card. But many people have mistakes in their names in Aadhaar. Many people do not have a surname in Aadhaar or it is wrong, which you can change only twice in life. But if you want to change the full name, then this will not happen. For this, you need a gazette notification. With the help of gazette, you can change your full name and also change the surname as many times as you want. This is a legal document with the help of which you can change your surname or full Name Change in Aadhaar card.
To change name on Aadhaar card, first of all you have to go to the UIDAI website. And download the name update form from the website. Fill this form and submit it at your nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra. You will get this form at Aadhaar Seva Kendra. After submitting the form, you will have to pay its fee of Rs 50. You will have to submit some common identity proofs along with the form. After submitting the form, you will get an acknowledgement slip with URN (Update Request Number). Aadhaar URN is a 14 digit number. Which you can use to track the status of your form.
Many documents are accepted for name change in Aadhaar card. But some common proofs are accepted for identity. Like –
Passport
PAN card
Voter ID
Driving License and other identity proofs are accepted
Gazette Name Change Certificate
Gazette Notification is a publication issued by the Government of India. In which official announcements, new laws and announcements are published to inform the public. By change name in gazette notification, your name becomes legally valid. The gazette becomes a legal document for your name change, with the help of which the name can be changed in your Aadhaar card. By changing the name in the gazette, it is accepted everywhere. The gazette not only changes the name in the Aadhaar card but also in other documents. With the gazette, you can change the name in the documents and also change the gender in the documents.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Aadhaar Card Name Change Process
1. Can I change my name on Aadhaar Card online?
Yes . You can update your name online through the UIDAI portal if it’s a minor correction. For major changes (like surname change after marriage or complete name change), you must visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra or apply through an authorized legal process supported by affidavit and Gazette publication.
2. What documents are required for name change in Aadhaar Card?
You’ll need:
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Proof of Identity (POI) such as Passport, PAN Card, or Voter ID
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Marriage Certificate / Divorce Decree / Gazette Notification (if applicable)
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Name Change Affidavit (if legally changed through Gazette)
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Recent Passport-size Photograph
3. What is the legal way to change my name before updating Aadhaar?
Before updating your Aadhaar Card, you must legally change your name using:
Affidavit for Name Change (notarized)
Newspaper Publication in English and local language
Gazette Notification issued by the State or Central Government.
Once these steps are completed, the Gazette copy becomes the legal proof to update your new name in Aadhaar.
4. Can I change my name in Aadhaar after marriage?
Yes. Women can legally update their surname or full name after marriage by submitting a marriage certificate or Gazette notification to UIDAI. The new name must match the name appearing in other documents such as PAN, voter ID, or passport.
5. How long does it take to update name in Aadhaar Card?
It usually takes 7–10 working days for the changes to reflect once the request is submitted. However, Gazette-based updates may take a little longer depending on verification.
6. Is Gazette publication mandatory for Aadhaar name change?
For minor spelling corrections, it’s not mandatory. But for major name changes, surname changes after marriage, or legal name alterations, Gazette publication is compulsory to ensure the update is valid nationwide.
7. Can I change my name in Aadhaar more than once?
Yes, but only under specific conditions. UIDAI allows a limited number of changes, and you must provide proper legal documents (affidavit and Gazette) each time to justify the reason.
8. How can LSO Legal help with Aadhaar name change?
LSO Legal Private Limited assists in the complete legal name change process — from affidavit drafting and newspaper publication to Gazette filing. Once your Gazette is published, it becomes the legal basis to update your name in Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, and all government records.
Conclusion
Changing your name in Aadhaar Card is an important legal step that ensures your identity matches across all official documents. For simple spelling corrections, online updates may work — but for legal name changes, Gazette notification is mandatory.
With LSO Legal Private Limited, the process becomes simple, secure, and legally valid. The company handles your entire name-change process online, including affidavit drafting, newspaper publication, and Gazette application, ensuring full compliance with UIDAI and government norms.
Whether you’re updating your surname after marriage, correcting a spelling error, or changing your name completely, LSO Legal provides a trusted and professional service to make your Aadhaar name change legally effective.
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