Name Change or Correction In 10th And 12th Marksheet: Complete Guide 

If there is any mistake in your 10th or 12th marksheet and you want to make corrections, you are at the right place. Here we have explained a step-by-step process of how you can update your 10th and 12th marksheet online and offline. Full process explained with the list of documents that you will need. 

Importance of Correct Name in 10th and 12th Marksheet 

10th and 12th mark sheets are essential documents that you need almost throughout your life. It has your details like date of birth, father’s name, place of birth, and mother’s name. It also stands as a legal proof of your date of birth and your name. So it is important to keep it updated and ensure it reflects your correct name and other details.

You need these mark sheets for higher education, taking your admission in any degree college, or even applying for a job. If you want to work abroad or study abroad, then also you will need it for applying for a passport and a visa. So it is highly advisable to update your mark sheets as soon as you can to avoid any verification errors in any field.

Reasons For Name Update in 10th & 12th Mark sheet 

We now know the importance of correct details to be displayed on the 10th and 12th mark sheet. Now let’s discuss some common reasons for which you should update your mark sheets. These are:

• Incorrect date of birth 
• Incorrect surname 
• Incorrect father name 
• Spelling error
• If a child has been adopted 
• The parents have separated, and the mother has custody of the child and wants to revert to her maiden name.
• If your name has changed by a court decree.

Documents Required For Name Update in 10th and 12th Mark sheet 

Following is the list of documents that you will need to submit with your application to update your name on the 10th or 12th mark sheet to the concerned board’s department. These are:

• Your birth certificate 
• Letter from your school’s Principal
• Transfer certificate of previous school (if applicable)
• Application to update the name 
• An affidavit 
• A gazette copy 
• Fee receipt 

How To Get Gazette For Name Update in 10th And 12th Mark sheet

To get a gazette notification to update your name on the mark sheets, you’ll need to follow three steps explained below. If you feel stuck at any step, our expert legal advisors will help you with this. The steps are:

1. Making An Affidavit: 

You’ll need to prepare an affidavit on a Rs. 20/- stamp paper and get it notarized, to state that you are updating your name. It should be typed in a government-prescribed format.

2. Newspaper Advertisement: 

Publish two newspaper advertisements in a regional and a national newspaper informing the public about your name correction. Mention your new name, old name, address, and contact details in the desired format.

3. Gazette Application:

After preparing the above two documents, fill out the name change application online on the Gazette Of India official website. Attach the scanned copies of all the supporting documents, including the original copy affidavit and copies of the newspaper advertisements, then pay the fee for processing the application.

Note: You can do it online as explained above. For the offline process, visit the gazette office and submit the hard copies of the documents.

Update Your Name in 10th and 12th CBSE Mark Sheets (Central Board of Secondary Education):

Once the gazette gets published reflecting your desired or correct name, below is the process to update the same on your mark sheets too.

• Download the application form to update your name from the CBSE official website.
• Take a letter from your school’s principal.
• Take a copy of the gazette certificate of your changed name.
• After completing the formalities and filling out the application, pay the processing fee as specified by the CBSE board.
• Submit the complete and duly signed application form along with all documents to the CBSE regional office.

Once the verification process is done, you’ll get a new mark sheet with the updated details.

Update Your Name in 10th and 12th From State Boards:

Apart from CBSE and ICSE, there are many state boards in India like UP board, Bihar board, MP board, and so on. You can follow the process explained below to update your mark sheet with your respective boards.

• Contact your state education board and ask for any specific procedures for updating names on their mark sheets. 
• Complete the basic documents as explained above.
• Attach a copy of a gazette certificate of your updated name with your application.
• Pay the fee online or offline (as per the options available).
• It is highly recommended to visit the official website of the respective state board to get the correct information and download the application from that specific board’s website only.

How Can We Help You In Updating Name On 10th and 12th Marksheets

We have a team of legal name change agents who are updated with the laws and procedures. We help you to get your gazette notification, make an affidavit, publish advertisements in newspapers, and update your name on 10th and 12th mark sheets.

Not only that, but we have been since last 9 years in this field and helped thousands of clients to update their names and other details on their 10th and 12th mark sheets. Over 1000 clients have given their reviews and 4.6/5 ratings for our quality services. Call us for a free consultation.

FAQs

Q: How do I change my name on my 12th mark sheet?

A: To update your name on your 12th mark sheet, fill out the application form given on your concerned board’s website. Attach supporting documents and pay the fee. For a detailed guide, read the full process explained above.

Q: How to change name in class 10 mark sheet?

A: To change your name on the 10th mark sheet you need to visit the official website of the concerned board to download the application and list of supporting documents. Fill out the application and attach the documents. After paying the prescribed fee your application will be processed. Read above for in-depth details.

Q: How to change the name on 10th and 12th mark sheet UP board?

A: To change your name on a 10th and 12th mark sheet you need to submit a gazette copy of your changed name along with the application and processing fee.

Q: How much time it takes to publish a Gazette notification?

A: It gets published with in 3–4 weeks, usually depending upon the holidays.

Q: How much I need to pay the fee for updating my name on 10th and 12th mark sheets?

A: Fee may vary from time to time and depends on the concerned board. You can call us to get the updated fee structure for the same.