There are so many reasons why people want to change their name in the bank account. The most common I have come across is the misspelling of their name in the proof document. So the same will be mentioned in their bank account. Other than this people legally change their name, and sometimes after marriage. No matter what is your case. You can refer to this guide to know the steps to change name in Bank of Maharashtra account.
The account holders are not allowed to change or update the name online. That is because the name is a very sensitive and major part of the KYC of your account. And that is the reason why there is an offline method explained in this guide. All the banks in India allow their account holder to make changes like this in the account. But the account holder has to submit a valid proof document to the bank.
Steps to Change Name in Bank of Maharashtra Account
Start the process only if you have a proper proof document issued by the government of India certifying your name. Or a Gazette notification or your marriage certificate. Because without a proper document the bank will not accept your request for the change. If you have the document then you can follow the steps that are explained below.
- Take the document that certifies your new name.
- Take a clear photocopy of the same.
- Make your signature on the photocopy to make it self-attested.
- Now take an A4 size paper and start writing an application letter.
- This letter should be addressing the branch manager of your Bank of Maharashtra home branch.
- Mention the subject as “Change or Correction of Name in Bank Account”.
- In the body of the letter explain to the manager that you want to change the name.
- Mention your new name, and also the name of the document you are providing to the bank.
- Sign the letter, attach it with the photocopy and submit it to the bank officials.
Conclusion
The bank will process your request within 2 working days and you can then get a new passbook with your new name. You will not be charged anything for the change of name. But if you ask for a new book with your new name. Then the bank might charge you, so to get this thing confirmed you can call the customer care of the bank on 1800 233 4526. And have a conversation with the support executive of the bank.