Key Points
Changing surname in PAN, Aadhaar, other official documents: The process of changing surnames in documents generally entails submitting a marriage certificate with an application for name change to relevant authorities such as the passport office or Aadhaar enrollment centre..
While this list provides a basic overview of the requirements, it's important to note that specific requirements may vary depending on the (document) issuing authority," she says.. Changing surname in Matriculation documents: It is important to note that it is next to impossible to change the details in Matriculation documents..
If there is a different surname on PAN/Aadhaar compared to the CBSE 10th board certificate, women may face problems such as verification issues in official transactions when applying for passport or bank accounts, often necessitating additional documentation for validation purposes..
Changing name in assets: If the surname is being changed in the official documents, it is important to change it in the physical and financial assets being held by the woman..
Mishra says, "In cases where a woman chooses not to change her surname after marriage on official documents, situations may arise where proof of husband-and-wife relationship is required, such as during income tax filings, insurance claims, or property transactions..
