Affidavit for Name Correction (Spelling Mistake) Format
When a certificate or card spells your name wrongly, the issuing office usually asks for an affidavit stating the correct name, the wrong entry, and that both refer to you.
When you need this affidavit
- A spelling mistake in a marksheet, Aadhaar, PAN, bank or property record.
- A missing or extra middle name.
- Initials used in one record and full name in another (see also one and the same person).
Name Correction Affidavit (spelling mistake) format
Non-judicial stamp paper or e-stamp certificate of value Rs. ______________ as applicable in the State of ______________
E-stamp certificate No. ______________ Date of issue ______________
Stamp duty depends on the State and the type of document. Confirm the correct value before printing.
AFFIDAVIT FOR CORRECTION OF NAME
I, Anjali Verma, D/o Shri Rajesh Verma, aged about 29 years, by occupation Service, residing at House No. 21, Sector 15, Rohini, Delhi 110089, do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as under:
- That my correct name is Anjali Verma, as recorded in my Class 10 certificate issued by CBSE.
- That my name has been wrongly recorded as Anjli Varma in my Aadhaar card No. XXXX XXXX 4521 due to a clerical or typing error.
- That Anjli Varma and Anjali Verma are the names of one and the same person, namely me.
- That I request the concerned authority to correct my name to Anjali Verma in the said record.
DEPONENT
VERIFICATION
Verified at Delhi on 14 October 2026 that the contents of paragraphs 1 to 4 of this affidavit are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and nothing material has been concealed therefrom.
DEPONENT
Solemnly affirmed / sworn before me by the deponent, who is identified to me, on ______________
Notary Public / Oath Commissioner: name ______________ Registration No. ______________
Seal and signature ______________
Registration, if required: Sub-Registrar office ______________ Document No. ______________
How to fill it
| Field | What to write | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Wrong name | As printed in the incorrect record. | Copy it exactly, including the error. |
| Correct name | As in your primary records. | Use the record you treat as the base, often the Class 10 certificate. |
| Document with the error | Name and number of that document. | Mask long ID numbers. |
| Proof of correct name | The document that shows the correct spelling. | Attach a copy. |
Getting it sworn
- Print on stamp paper if requiredMany offices want affidavits on non-judicial stamp paper or with an e-stamp certificate; the value depends on the State and the office. Some accept plain paper. Ask first.
- Do not sign at homeSign only in front of the notary or oath commissioner, who checks your identity and records the oath or affirmation.
- VerificationThe verification paragraph at the end confirms the contents are true. It is dated and placed, and you sign again under it.
- Collect the attested copyThe notary affixes seal and signature and enters it in the register. Keep photocopies.
Frequently asked questions
Is an affidavit enough to correct my name?
It supports the request. The issuing office decides, often also asking for the original document and proof of the correct name.
Do I need a newspaper notice for a spelling correction?
Usually not for a simple spelling error, but some offices ask for one. A full change of name generally needs newspaper and Gazette publication.
Is this the same as a name change affidavit?
No. A correction says the record is wrong; a change says you now use a different name.
Please note: these templates are for general information and are not legal advice. Laws, stamp duty, notarisation and registration rules vary by State. Consult an advocate for your case. This is an independent website, not a law firm and not a government office.