Same day
₹20-500 (stamp paper + notary fees)
All citizens
Everyone for legal declarations, name change, address proof, etc.
Determine purpose (name change, DOB correction, address, income, etc.).
Write affidavit with proper format or use lawyer/typing center.
Buy non-judicial stamp paper of appropriate value.
Print or write affidavit on stamp paper.
Go to notary public with ID proof and supporting documents.
Sign affidavit in presence of notary who will attest it.
To update details on your Affidavit Formats & Guide — such as name, address, or date of birth — you typically need to submit a correction request at the issuing authority's official portal or office with supporting documents.
Go to the official portal linked to your Affidavit Formats & Guide (https://www.india.gov.in).
Create an account or log in using your registered mobile number or existing credentials.
Find the "Update", "Correction", or "Modify Details" option for your Affidavit Formats & Guide.
Enter the correct information in the form and select the fields to be updated.
Upload valid documents that prove the correct information (e.g., new address proof, birth certificate).
Pay any applicable fee online. Many identity documents charge a nominal fee for updates.
Submit the request and note the reference number to track the update status.
You can download a digital copy of your Affidavit Formats & Guide from the official government portal. The digital version is legally valid as per Indian law and accepted everywhere the physical card is accepted.
Go to https://www.india.gov.in and log in with your credentials or OTP.
Find the "Download", "e-Affidavit Formats & Guide", or "Digital Copy" option on the portal.
Verify using your registered mobile OTP, Aadhaar, or other credentials.
Your Affidavit Formats & Guide will be downloaded as a PDF or image file. Save it securely.
Upload or access your document on DigiLocker (digilocker.gov.in) for a government-verified digital copy.
After applying for or updating your Affidavit Formats & Guide, you can track your application status online using your application reference number or acknowledgment ID.
Go to https://www.india.gov.in and look for the "Track Application" or "Check Status" section.
Enter the reference number, acknowledgment ID, or application number you received at the time of submission.
Complete verification as required by the portal.
View the current status — whether your Affidavit Formats & Guide is under review, approved, dispatched, or if any action is needed from your side.
Name change, DOB correction, address proof, income affidavit, relationship affidavit, undertaking.
₹10-100 depending on state and purpose. Check state rules.
Yes, it's a sworn statement. False affidavits can lead to perjury charges.
The application process varies by state. Generally, you can apply online through the official government portal by submitting the required documents and paying the applicable fee.
Typically, you need proof of identity (like Aadhaar or PAN), proof of address, and passport-size photographs. Specific requirements may vary based on your state or exact case.
Visit the official government portal to start your application
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