Birth Certificate Name Correction Affidavit Format Maharashtra – Copy-Paste Template

In Simple Words: If you need to correct your name, date of birth, or parents’ names on a Maharashtra birth certificate, you will need an affidavit. This is a written statement you sign in front of a Notary (for minor errors) or a Magistrate (for major errors) to declare what the correct details are. Below is a free template you can copy, fill with your details, print on stamp paper, and get notarised. The whole process costs ₹200–₹500 and takes about an hour.

When You Need This Affidavit

You need a correction affidavit if your birth certificate has any of the following errors:

Affidavit Template — Minor Correction (Notary)

Use this for spelling fixes and other minor administrative corrections.

AFFIDAVIT

I, ________________ (Full Name as currently appearing on Birth Certificate), son / daughter of ________________ (Father’s Full Name), aged ____ years, residing at ________________________________ (Full Address), District: __________, Maharashtra, do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as follows:

1. I am a citizen of India, residing at the above-mentioned address.

2. I was born on __________ (Date of Birth) at __________ (Place of Birth — Hospital / Home Address), under the jurisdiction of the __________ Municipal Corporation / Gram Panchayat.

3. My birth was registered vide Registration Number: __________ dated __________ at the office of ________________.

4. On verification of my birth certificate, I have noticed the following error(s):

   • As recorded on Birth Certificate: ________________
   • Correct details (as per supporting documents): ________________

5. The correct details are supported by the following documents:

   • Aadhaar Card No. __________
   • School Leaving Certificate (TC) issued by ________________
   • PAN Card / Passport / Other document: ________________

6. I declare that both the name / detail recorded on the birth certificate and the correct detail mentioned in this affidavit refer to one and the same person, i.e., myself.

7. I undertake that there is no malicious intent in seeking this correction and the correction is sought only to rectify a clerical / administrative error.

8. I therefore request the concerned Registrar of Births & Deaths to correct my birth certificate accordingly.

9. The above statements are true to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Place: __________
Date: __________

Signature of Deponent

______________________
(Name in full)

VERIFICATION

Verified at __________ on this ____ day of __________, 20__, that the contents of the above affidavit are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and nothing has been concealed therein.

Signature of Deponent

(To be sworn before Notary Public)

Affidavit Template — Major Correction (Magistrate / JMFC)

Use this template for wrong date of birth, wrong parent’s name, or other major corrections. Print on ₹500 stamp paper and get it sworn before a First Class Judicial Magistrate (JMFC).

IN THE COURT OF THE FIRST CLASS JUDICIAL MAGISTRATE AT __________

AFFIDAVIT

I, ________________ (Full Name), son / daughter of ________________ (Father’s Full Name), aged ____ years, residing at ________________________ (Full Address), District: __________, Maharashtra, do hereby solemnly affirm and declare on oath as follows:

1. That I am the deponent above-named and a citizen of India.

2. That my birth was registered at the office of the Registrar of Births & Deaths, ________________ Municipal Corporation / Gram Panchayat, vide Registration No. __________ dated __________.

3. That the birth certificate issued to me records the following details:

   • Name: ________________
   • Date of Birth: __________
   • Place of Birth: __________
   • Father’s Name: __________
   • Mother’s Name: __________

4. That on careful examination of my birth certificate, I have noticed the following error which requires correction:

   • Incorrectly recorded as: ________________
   • Correct detail: ________________

5. That the correct detail is established by the following authentic documents which were prepared close to or after the date of birth and have been consistent throughout my life:

   • Hospital records of ________________ Hospital dated __________
   • School Leaving Certificate (TC) issued by ________________ School dated __________
   • Immunisation / Vaccination Card dated __________
   • Aadhaar Card No. __________ issued on __________

6. That the error in the birth certificate occurred due to a clerical mistake / oversight at the time of registration and is not the result of any fraudulent intent on my part or on the part of my family.

7. That the correction sought is solely for the purpose of bringing my birth certificate in line with the actual facts, and to ensure consistency across my official documents.

8. That I undertake to abide by any verification process the Registrar may require and shall produce original documents as and when called upon to do so.

9. That this affidavit is being filed for the purpose of submission to the Registrar of Births & Deaths, __________ Municipal Corporation / Gram Panchayat, in support of my application for correction of birth certificate.

10. That the statements made above are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and nothing material has been concealed therefrom.

Place: __________
Date: __________

Signature of Deponent

______________________
(Name in full)

VERIFICATION

I, the deponent above-named, do hereby verify that the contents of paragraphs 1 to 10 of this affidavit are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and nothing material has been concealed therein.

Verified at __________ on this ____ day of __________, 20__.

Signature of Deponent

(To be sworn before First Class Judicial Magistrate)

How to Use These Templates

Step 1: Choose the Right Template

• Minor correction → Notary template
• Major correction (wrong DOB, wrong parent’s name) → Magistrate template

Step 2: Fill in Your Details

• Replace every blank with your actual information
• Make sure dates, names, and registration numbers are accurate
• Do not leave any blank unfilled — write “Not Applicable” if needed

Step 3: Get the Stamp Paper

• Visit a licensed stamp vendor (usually near the Tehsildar office or court)
• Buy ₹100 stamp paper (minor) or ₹500 stamp paper (major)
• E-stamp paper is also valid — available at SHCIL e-stamp centres

Step 4: Print the Affidavit

• Print the filled template on the stamp paper (or attach printed pages to the stamp paper with the front sheet stapled)
• Read it once more for accuracy
• Do not sign yet

Step 5: Visit Notary or Magistrate

• Notary: Visit any registered Notary Public — available near every court and tehsildar office. Cost: ₹100–₹300 for stamping.
• Magistrate (JMFC): Visit the local Judicial Magistrate First Class court complex. The clerk will help you book a hearing slot. Cost: stamp paper + ₹50–₹200 court fee. A lawyer is not mandatory but helps if you are unfamiliar with court procedure.

Step 6: Sign in Front of the Notary / Magistrate

• Show your Aadhaar card or other photo ID
• Sign the affidavit in their presence
• The Notary stamps it; the Magistrate signs it and applies the court seal

Step 7: Make Photocopies

• Make at least 3 photocopies of the notarised / magistrate-signed affidavit
• Keep the original safely; submit photocopies wherever required

Submitting the Affidavit for Correction

Once your affidavit is ready, submit it along with:

• Original birth certificate (or certified copy)
• Birth Certificate Correction Application (Form 8 or equivalent)
• All supporting documents mentioned in the affidavit
• Application fee (₹20–₹100)

at the same office that issued the birth certificate (Municipal Corporation / Gram Panchayat).

The Registrar may call you for verification. Once approved, the corrected certificate is issued in 15–60 days depending on correction type.

For the full process, see: Birth Certificate Correction in Maharashtra

Important Tips

1. Do not sign the affidavit at home. Notarisation requires you to sign in front of the Notary / Magistrate.
2. Match your details with supporting documents. If your affidavit says one name but your Aadhaar says another, you may need a second affidavit to bridge them.
3. Keep your supporting documents original. The Magistrate may want to see the school TC and hospital records in person.
4. Use the exact spelling. The corrected name in your affidavit must match exactly what you want on the corrected birth certificate.
5. Family members may need separate affidavits. If a parent’s name is being corrected, the parent themselves should also sign an affidavit confirming the correct spelling.

Related Guides

• Birth Certificate Correction Maharashtra – Full Process
• Birth Certificate Maharashtra – Complete Guide
• Birth Certificate Late Registration Maharashtra
• Birth Certificate Rejection Reasons – And How to Fix
• Documents Required for Birth Certificate

These templates are provided for reference only. Exact wording requirements may vary by district. Always confirm with your local Tehsildar / Notary / Municipal Corporation office before using.