Clarification on name change
Guest
(Querist) 13 August 2011
This query is : Resolved
I have a query on the consequence(s) of a name change, if not done in accordance with the rules laid down.
I studied up to class five under a different name. Consequently, my name was changed while getting admitted to a new school but my parents did not follow the procedure laid down in law for name change. Neither did the school authorities raise a red flag. I have been, thereafter, using my changed name on my certificates and on Indian Government issued ID’s like Passport, PAN Card.
Do you see a problem with my condition in securing a government job because of the name change I had without following the procedures? Is it possible to effect a name change from an earlier date?
Kindly, Guide me on this matter.
Raj Kumar Makkad
(Expert) 13 August 2011
There is no problem at this stage when all your certificates are in the changed name. If your earlier name is mentioned in your birth certificate then it may prove a problem at any stage otherwise forget change of name.
Guest
(Querist) 14 August 2011
Thank you for your prompt replies.
I have my birth certificate in a different name. Changed name midway during schooling without following the rules laid down. Consequently, All my academic certificates from 10th standard onwards are as per changed name.
While filling job application forms, I am being asked whether I had any other names at any point. What should be my response ? I don't have any legal proof of the name change if i answer in affirmative.
Please, help me out.
