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I already have a marriage certificate. My name before marriage was Chitrada Padma Priya, and I did not change my surname in the certificate. However, now, after three years, my family is insisting that I change my surname to match my husband's. I would like to understand the legal process and whether this is mandatory.
Changing your surname after marriage is not mandatory, but if you wish to do so, create a notarized affidavit, publish the name change in a newspaper, and apply for a gazette notification. After that, you can update your new name on official documents. The process takes about 2 to 4 weeks. For further legal assistance contact us on our helpline number.