What is this service?
A sworn declaration that differently spelled names are the same person.
Names spelled differently across the title deed, Khatha, tax records and identity documents stall registrations, Khatha transfers and utility transfers. A name-mismatch affidavit records that the differently spelled names refer to the same person, supported by identity documents.
Why and when you need it
- Why
- It unblocks registrations, Khatha corrections and transfers held up by spelling variations.
- Who needs it
- Owners whose name appears differently across property and identity records.
- When
- When an authority or bank flags a name mismatch.
Required documents
- Documents showing each variation of the name
- PAN, Aadhaar and other identity proofs
- Title deed and Khatha records
- The authority's prescribed format, where any
Identity and supporting documents
- PAN card of each applicant or party
- Aadhaar card or another government photo identity and address proof
- Passport-size photographs
- For companies and associations: incorporation documents, board resolution and authorisation letter
Step-by-step procedure
- List every document and the exact name spelling on each
- Draft the affidavit reconciling the variations
- Attach identity proofs supporting the correct name
- Swear and notarise; submit to the authority
Fees, stamp duty and timelines
- Government fee
- Government fees, where applicable, are paid only on the official portal or at the government office. Confirm the current amount on the official portal before payment.
- Assistance charges
- Professional assistance charges are quoted after understanding your requirement. Government fees and SRCHN service charges are always shown separately. Confirm the final quote before work begins.
- Processing time
- Processing time varies by office and case. No completion timeline is guaranteed.
Government fees and SRCHN assistance charges are always kept separate. Nothing here is an invented price - confirm current amounts on the official portal or with our team before paying.
Legal requirements
Common rejection reasons
- A variation too large for an affidavit - the record itself must be corrected
- Supporting identity proofs do not cover the variations
- The authority requires correction of the source record instead
Important cautions
An affidavit reconciles identity - it does not correct the underlying record; correct the source record where the authority requires it
Use the same name form consistently in all future documents
FAQs
My sale deed and Aadhaar spell my name differently - what do I do?
A name-mismatch affidavit usually bridges the difference for transactions. For permanent correction, the source record may also need amendment.
Will the SRO accept it?
Authorities commonly accept a notarised affidavit for minor spelling variations. Larger differences may need more - confirm with the specific office.
Can this fix my Khatha name?
Khatha correction is a separate application to the municipal authority - see the Khatha correction service.
