Can You Submit the Gazette Application Online from Bangalore? (2026)

Can You Submit the Gazette Application Online from Bangalore?

Yes — partially. The Karnataka State Gazette application (eRajyapatra) can be submitted fully online through the Karnataka government's official portal. The Central Gazette (Gazette of India) application requires physical documents to be submitted by post to the Controller of Publications in Delhi, though the form itself can be filled out digitally. In both cases, ApplyNameChange.in manages the submission process on your behalf from Bangalore — no government office visits required.

Bangalore office: +91 9844879323

What Are the Two Gazette Options for a Name Change in Bangalore?

Before understanding the online process, it is important to know which Gazette applies to your situation — because the submission method, fees, and processing time differ significantly between the two.

Feature	Karnataka State Gazette	Central Gazette (Gazette of India)
Accepted for	Karnataka state records only	Pan-India — all states and central govt.
Passport name change	❌ Not accepted	✅ Mandatory
PAN card update	❌ Not accepted	✅ Required
Central govt. employment	❌ Not accepted	✅ Required
Driving licence (Karnataka)	✅ Accepted	✅ Also accepted
Online submission	✅ Fully online via eRajyapatra	⚠️ Form digital, documents by post
Processing time	3–6 weeks	4–8 weeks
Fee (adult)	₹700 – ₹1,500 (approx.)	₹1,100 (Demand Draft)

Rule of thumb: If you need to update your passport, PAN card, or any central government record — use the Central Gazette. For Karnataka state-only records, the State Gazette is faster and cheaper.

How Do You Submit the Karnataka State Gazette Application Online?

The Karnataka State Gazette (eRajyapatra) has an online portal — erajyapatra.kar.gov.in — through which Bangalore residents can submit name change applications digitally without visiting the Government Central Press on Mysore Road.

Step-by-step Karnataka State Gazette online process:

Step 1: Visit the eRajyapatra Portal

Go to erajyapatra.kar.gov.in — the official Karnataka Government's Gazette notification portal. Create an account using your mobile number and email.

Step 2: Select Name Change Category

Choose "Change of Name" from the available notification categories. Fill in your old name, new name, reason for change, address, and other required personal details in the online form.

Step 3: Upload Your Documents

Upload scanned copies of:

Notarized name change affidavit
Both newspaper clippings (English + Kannada) — clear, full-page scans
ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, or Passport)
Recent passport-size photograph

Step 4: Pay the Gazette Fee Online

The Karnataka State Gazette fee can be paid online via net banking, UPI, or debit/credit card. The approximate fee for an adult name change is ₹700 – ₹1,500 — confirm the current fee on the portal before submitting.

Step 5: Track Your Application

After submission, you receive a reference number to track your application status online. Once approved and published, you can download the official Gazette notification PDF from the portal.

How Do You Submit the Central Gazette Application from Bangalore?

The Central Gazette (Gazette of India) does not have a fully online end-to-end submission system as of 2026. The application form can be filled digitally, but the physical document package must be submitted by post to the Controller of Publications in New Delhi.

Central Gazette submission address: Controller of Publications Department of Publication, Government of India Civil Lines, Delhi — 110054

What to send by post:

Document	Requirement
Notarized affidavit	Original
Newspaper clippings (English + Kannada)	Original full newspaper pages
ID proof	Self-attested photocopy
Passport-size photographs	2–4 copies, cross-signed
Filled application proforma	Signed by applicant and two witnesses
Soft copy in .docx format	On a CD or as a digital file
Declaration letter	Confirming hard and soft copies match
Demand Draft	₹1,100 (adults) / ₹1,700 (minors) in favour of "Controller of Publications, Delhi"

Important: Use registered post or speed post with acknowledgement — not ordinary post — so you have proof of delivery in case the package is delayed or lost.

Can You Track Your Central Gazette Application Status Online?

Yes. Once your Central Gazette application is submitted and processed, you can track the status and download the published notification through the official eGazette portal of the Government of India: egazette.gov.in

Search using your name or the publication reference number
Download the Gazette notification as a PDF once published
The PDF is a legally valid document accepted by all institutions

If your application appears delayed beyond 8 weeks, contact the Department of Publication helpdesk directly or through ApplyNameChange.in, which tracks all submitted applications on your behalf.

What Are the Advantages of Online Gazette Submission from Bangalore?

Submitting the Karnataka State Gazette application online through eRajyapatra offers several practical advantages over visiting the Government Central Press in person.

Factor	Online (eRajyapatra)	In-Person (Mysore Road Office)
Travel required	❌ No	✅ Yes — Government Central Press, Mysore Road
Document submission	Digital upload	Physical submission
Payment	Online (UPI, net banking, card)	Cash/DD at counter
Application tracking	Online via reference number	Manual follow-up
Office hours constraint	❌ No	✅ Yes — weekday government hours only
Error correction	Easier before submission	Harder once submitted

For most Bangalore residents, the online route through eRajyapatra is significantly more convenient — particularly for those in areas far from the Government Central Press on Mysore Road.

What Are Common Mistakes in Online Gazette Applications from Bangalore?

Online submission makes the process more convenient, but also introduces new error points — particularly in document scanning and form filling.

❌ Blurry or cropped scans: The Gazette office requires clear, full-page scans of newspaper clippings — not cropped cut-outs or low-resolution phone photos
❌ Mismatched names: The name in the online form must match the affidavit and newspaper ad exactly — even a single letter difference causes rejection
❌ Incorrect .docx format: The Central Gazette requires a specific document format; using a PDF instead of .docx causes rejection
❌ Wrong Demand Draft payee: The DD must be drawn in favour of "Controller of Publications, Delhi" — not any other name
❌ Using scanned affidavit copies: Some Gazette offices require the original notarized affidavit, not a scanned copy — verify before submitting
❌ Forgetting the declaration letter: A missing declaration letter confirming hard and soft copies match is one of the most frequently overlooked requirements

How Long Does the Online Gazette Application Take to Process in Bangalore?

Processing time depends on which Gazette you file with and the volume of applications being processed at the time of your submission.

Gazette	Typical Processing Time After Submission
Karnataka State Gazette (eRajyapatra)	3–6 weeks
Central Gazette (Gazette of India)	4–8 weeks

These timelines are for correctly submitted, complete applications. Incomplete applications — missing documents, wrong format, or mismatched names — add 2–6 weeks to the process as you go through the correction and resubmission cycle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need to visit the Government Central Press in Bangalore to submit a Gazette application?

For the Karnataka State Gazette, no — the eRajyapatra portal allows full online submission without visiting the Mysore Road office. For the Central Gazette, the document package must be sent by post to Delhi — but no in-person visit to any office is required from Bangalore.

Can NRIs submit a Gazette application for a name change from outside India?

Yes — both the Karnataka eRajyapatra portal and the Central Gazette accept applications submitted by post or through a representative. ApplyNameChange.in specializes in NRI name change cases, handling the entire process remotely including document submission to the Gazette office.

How do you pay the Karnataka State Gazette fee online?

The eRajyapatra portal accepts payment via UPI, net banking, and debit/credit card. The fee amount is calculated based on the length of your notification text. Confirm the current fee on the portal before finalizing your application.

What happens if your online Gazette application is rejected in Karnataka?

You will receive a rejection notice specifying the reason. Common reasons include missing documents, name mismatches, or incorrect format. You can correct the deficiency and resubmit — you generally do not need to redo the affidavit or newspaper stages unless significant time has passed.

Is the downloaded Gazette PDF legally valid in Bangalore?

Yes. A Gazette notification PDF downloaded from the official eRajyapatra (Karnataka) or egazette.gov.in (Central) portal is a legally valid document. It is accepted by passport offices, banks, Aadhaar centres, and courts as conclusive proof of your name change.

Submit Your Gazette Application From Anywhere in Bangalore

Whether you are applying through the Karnataka State Gazette online portal or submitting to the Central Gazette by post, ApplyNameChange.in manages the entire process on your behalf — from document preparation to submission tracking and downloading your published Gazette copy.

Bangalore Office: +91 98448 79323