Often after some time, people feel the need to change their name or names of children, name change in India can be a difficult process because by then some of your official documents may also be issued. Of all the certificates, the birth certificate is of the most important importance. It has to be submitted compulsorily during national level exams, medical check-ups, school and job transfers and the list may go on and on as new rules and amendments keep coming in.
In urban areas the birth certificate is issued by the Municipal Corporation/ Municipal Council whereas at the village level the authority is issued by the Gram Panchayat and Block Office. Changing or updating name in birth certificate is not such a difficult task. You can change your name in the birth certificate by following the simple steps mentioned below.
What is Birth Certificate?
Every child's first birth certificate is a legal document. In this the name of the child is entered along with the name of his/her parents. The birth certificate mentions the date, place and gender of the child along with many other legal information. This document also serves as the identity of the child. Simply put, registration of birth i.e. birth certificate is the right of every child. Through this you can get the benefit of many government facilities. But if you do not have a birth certificate, then many of your important work stops.
Essentially, a birth certificate consists of the following details
*The person's name
*mother's name
*father's name
*Date of birth
*time of birth
Generally, the application should include the following documents
*Three copies of personally prepared applications along with relevant documents
*copy of affidavit
*copy of newspaper advertisement
*Demand draft of required instrument
*Passport size photo attached
*Notification matter to be published
Steps to Update Certificate Birth
Step 1: Get the 'Birth Certificate Update/Correction Form' at the Municipal Corporation Office or Gram Panchayat, always write an application on paper if the update/correction form is not available.
Step 2: Obtain an affidavit from the local notary and contact the officer regarding the change of name in the birth certificate. However, if you want to change your parents' name or date of birth, supporting documents will vary. For example, in Bihar you would need a surname changing deed. In some cases, you may be required to provide a discharge certificate from the hospital, often asking for a change in the date of birth. Make an affidavit on minimum non-judicial stamp paper and mention the reason for change of name.
Step 3: Fill the Correction Form (Birth Certificate Correction) and submit it to the Municipal Corporation/Gram Panchayat along with the affidavit or attested copy with the original signature of the Judge.
Step 4: After your application is approved by the issuing authority, you will have to publish a short advertisement in the local newspaper as a public announcement. The format of the advertisement is given below:
I, XYZ have changed my name (Birth Certificate Correction) to ABC and will be known as ABC from here on out. I have submitted an affidavit to this effect, which has been signed.
Step 5: Publication in Official Gazette: This is the last step of the name-change (birth certificate correction) process. For your name to be legally recognized, you must publish it in the State Gazette (for example 'Delhi Gazette'). is.
How to get name change publication in official gazette
For publication of name change in the Official Gazette, you need to write an application to the gazette office along with supporting documents like local newspaper advertisement, affidavit, passport size photograph and your application form.
Also, here is the complete procedure to apply for your birth certificate.
importance of birth certificate
*A birth certificate is very important for establishing a child's admission to school or college, hospital benefits, and inheritance and property claims. It is the first right of a child and establishes his identity. It becomes important for the following processes:
*Age determination for insurance reasons to prove
*age proof for employment
*proof of age for marriage
*Admission to Schools/Colleges
Determination of age for enrollment in voter list
*Registration in NPR (National Population Register)
*apply for a passport
*Immigration requirements (such as getting a green card)
*A person without birth certificate will not be recognized as an Indian citizen and will not be eligible for all benefits/rights back
Therefore, always remember the birth certificate of your child as soon as it is born.
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