The Complete 8-Point Physical & Digital Dossier
1. Original Sworn Affidavit
Non-judicial stamp paper attested by Notary Public or Executive Magistrate.
2. Two Full Newspapers
Full original pages (not clippings) of 1 English + 1 Vernacular daily.
3. Prescribed Gazette Proforma
Neatly typed proforma signed by applicant and two adult witnesses.
4. Digital Compact Disc (CD-R)
Non-rewritable CD containing MS Word (.docx) file matching proforma exactly.
5. CD Certificate
Self-attested declaration confirming hardcopy and softcopy parity.
6. Two Passport Photographs
Recent color photographs self-attested on reverse.
7. Identity & Address Proofs
Self-attested photocopies of Aadhaar, Passport, or Voter ID.
8. Bharatkosh Fee Receipt
Printout of successful online government fee payment receipt.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The Department of Publication strictly accepts CD-R (Compact Disc Recordable). DVDs, pen drives, and rewritable CDs are rejected.