Many people in India face issues due to spelling errors or incorrect details in their father’s name or surname across documents such as Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, educational certificates, and property papers.
These errors may seem small but can cause serious legal, identification, and verification problems.
If you are facing such issues, the good news is — you can legally correct or change your father’s name through an affidavit, newspaper publication, and gazette notification.

LSO Legal Private Limited provides pan-India assistance for all types of name change and correction services — including father’s name update in official records.

Legal Grounds for Father’s Name Change or Correction

A correction or change in the father’s name is legally permitted under the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969, and is processed through the official Central Gazette or the respective State Gazette.
Some common reasons include:

1. Spelling errors in father’s name in official documents

2. Difference in surname or initials in school and government IDs

3. Father’s name changed legally after adoption, marriage, or religious conversion

4. Typing or clerical mistakes during document registration

Step-by-Step Legal Process for Father’s Name Correction in India

Step 1: Prepare an Affidavit

Prepare a notarized affidavit clearly mentioning the incorrect and correct name of the father.
The affidavit must include:

• Full name of the applicant

• Father’s old (incorrect) and new (correct) name

• Reason for the change or correction

• Applicant’s signature and attestation by a notary or first-class magistrate

Step 2: Publish in Local Newspapers

Next, publish a public notice in two newspapers – one in English and one in the local language.
This publication acts as an official record of your declaration.

Step 3: Gazette Notification

Submit your application for a Gazette Notification either through the Central Gazette (Delhi) or your State Gazette office.
Required documents generally include:

• Affidavit copy

• Newspaper publications

• ID and address proof

• Passport-size photo

• Duly filled gazette application form

Once approved, the Gazette office publishes your correction officially — this acts as legal proof of name change.

Step 4: Update Your Documents

After the gazette publication, you can apply for correction in your documents such as:

• Aadhaar Card (through UIDAI portal or center)

• PAN Card (via NSDL or UTIITSL)

• Passport (through Passport Seva Kendra)

• Educational certificates (through school/board application)

• Property papers, bank accounts, or voter ID

Documents Required

1. Notarized Affidavit

2. ID Proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport)

3. Address Proof (Utility Bill / Voter ID / Driving License)

4. Passport-size photographs

5. Newspaper publication copies

6. Gazette application form and acknowledgment receipt

Important Tips

• Always check spelling consistency before submission.

• Keep multiple copies of affidavit and gazette publication for future use.

• Avoid online “shortcut” services that skip legal steps — they may not be valid in government records.

• For minor applicants, the request must be made by the legal guardian or parent.

How LSO Legal Can Help You

LSO Legal Private Limited offers a complete, end-to-end solution for changing or correcting the father’s name in all official documents:

• Drafting and notarizing affidavits

• Managing newspaper and gazette publication

• Coordinating with UIDAI, Passport, and PAN authorities

• Ensuring legal validity across all records

We make the process fast, transparent, and legally recognized nationwide.

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? Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Father’s Name or Surname Change in India

1. Can I legally change my father’s name or surname in my documents?

Yes ✅. You can legally change or correct your father’s name in all documents by following the proper legal procedure:
1️⃣ Affidavit preparation (declaring old and new name)
2️⃣ Newspaper publication in English and regional language
3️⃣ Gazette notification — the final and official government record of the change.

2. In which documents can I change my father’s name?

You can change or correct your father’s name in the following:

• Aadhaar Card

• PAN Card

• Passport

• Educational certificates (through school/board)

• Birth certificate

• Property and legal documents

• Bank and employment records

3. What are the valid reasons for changing or correcting father’s name?

Common reasons include:

• Spelling or typographical errors in documents

• Legal name change of the father

• Adoption or step-parent name update

• Father’s name missing or incorrect in school or government records

• Religious or surname updates (like caste-based or regional corrections)

4. What documents are required for changing father’s name legally?

You’ll need:

• Aadhaar/PAN of applicant and father

• Notarized affidavit for father’s name correction

• Gazette copy (if name was officially changed)

• Birth certificate or school record showing old name

• Updated document copies after Gazette publication

5. Can the change be done online?

Yes ✅. With LSO Legal Private Limited, you can complete the entire process online, including affidavit drafting, newspaper publication, and Gazette filing — without visiting government offices.

6. Is Gazette publication mandatory for father’s name correction?

Yes ✅. If you are officially changing your father’s name (not just correcting a typo), the Gazette notification is mandatory. It serves as legal proof accepted across all Indian government departments.

7. How long does the process take?

Usually, it takes 20–30 working days, depending on the Gazette publication timeline and document verification speed.

8. Can minors change or correct their father’s name in documents?

Yes ✅. Parents or legal guardians can apply on behalf of minors by submitting a signed affidavit and relevant identity documents.

9. What if my father has passed away? Can I still correct his name?

Yes. Even if your father is deceased, you can correct his name in your records by submitting a legal affidavit, death certificate, and supporting documents confirming the correct name.

10. Why choose LSO Legal for this process?

Because LSO Legal Private Limited provides complete legal documentation support online — from affidavit drafting to Gazette notification — handled by qualified experts and valid across India.

? Conclusion

Correcting or changing your father’s name or surname in official documents is a legally recognized process under Indian law. Once the change is officially published in the Government Gazette, it becomes valid for all records — including Aadhaar, passport, PAN, property deeds, and educational certificates.

With LSO Legal Private Limited, the process becomes easy, reliable, and 100% government-approved. The expert legal team assists you in every step — from affidavit drafting to Gazette publication, ensuring your documents reflect the correct information everywhere.

Whether you are correcting a spelling mistake, updating after adoption, or fixing errors in multiple records, LSO Legal ensures your father’s name update is lawful, permanent, and hassle-free.

✅ LSO Legal Private Limited – India’s trusted name for legal name change, surname correction, and Gazette documentation services.

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