A gazette notification for name change is an official legal document published by the government that makes a name change process official. It is a mandatory step to legally change your name and serves as a permanent, nationwide legal proof. To get a name change in gazette, you must first prepare an affidavit, then publish an advertisement in a local newspaper, and finally, submit your application with the required documents to the official gazette office. This process is crucial for updating your name on all other official documents.