Follow This Legal Process to Name Change Process
To legally change your name in India, you'll need to follow these steps:
1 - Draft an Affidavit: Prepare an affidavit stating your current name, desired new name, and reason for the change. Get it notarized by a gazetted officer.
2 - Publish a Notification: Advertise your name change in two local newspapers.
3 - Gazette Notification: Submit a copy of the affidavit and newspaper clippings to the local gazette office for publication.
4 - Obtain a Name Change Deed: After gazette publication, apply for a name change deed from the sub-registrar's office.
5 - Update Documents: Use the deed to update your Aadhaar card, PAN card, passport, and other important documents.
Regarding your university, you'll likely need to submit a copy of the affidavit and name change deed to your college administration for record updates. Changing your name on your ICSE certificate might require contacting the board directly for their specific process.