Name Change Services in Guwahati
Guwahati (PIN 781001) is in Kamrup Metropolitan district, Assam. Below you will find what changes for name change in Guwahati: which Assam offices and courts are involved, the local rules that apply, and nearby places we also serve.
Name Change in Guwahati: local information
Located about 6 km north-west of the state capital Dispur, Guwahati (PIN 781001) is part of Assam.
Disputes from Guwahati are heard first by the jurisdictional local courts or commissions in Assam; the Gauhati High Court hears appeals and writ petitions from the state.
Offices and courts for Name Change in Assam
- Courts with local jurisdiction over Guwahati — civil and criminal cases from the area are filed here first
- Gauhati High Court — hears appeals and writ petitions arising from Guwahati and the rest of Assam; besides its principal seat in Guwahati, it sits at benches elsewhere in Assam, and the bench is decided by the district where the case arises
Name Change at a glance
Name Change is a key service offered by Legal Filing India India's Trusted Filing Platform. Read the full Name Change guide.
Key documents
- Identity proof (PAN / Aadhaar / Passport)
- Address proof
- Relevant supporting documents specific to the matter
Fee and timeline
Starting price ₹2,499; government and third-party charges are payable at actual. Indicative timeline: 5–15 working days.
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Name Change near Guwahati
The nearest places in Assam that we list are Dispur (about 6 km), Nagaon (about 95 km), Silchar (about 183 km) and Dibrugarh (about 344 km).
- Name Change Services in Dispur — about 6 km
- Name Change Services in Nagaon — about 95 km
- Name Change Services in Silchar — about 183 km
- Name Change Services in Dibrugarh — about 344 km
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to travel from Guwahati to Dispur for name change?
Guwahati is roughly 6 km north-west of Dispur, the capital of Assam. Most of the work for name change is done online; we tell you in advance if any step needs an in-person visit.
Which High Court has jurisdiction over Guwahati?
The Gauhati High Court.
Is there a Legal Filing India office in Guwahati?
No. We handle name change for clients in Guwahati (PIN 781001) online. This page describes a service area, not a branch office.