How to Change Name in Equitas Small Finance Bank Account?

If you have changed your name or if your name is recorded wrong in your bank account. Then you can ask the bank to change your name. In this guide, I will tell you how you can change name in Equitas Small Finance Bank account.

The question that I am asked the most is. Can I change my name in the account online? The answer is no, you can not do it online.

You will have to do it offline by personally visiting your home branch. Basically, you have to write an application letter to the bank.

Along with the application you also need to submit a proper proof document. Here I am talking about the identity proof document that has your correct name or new name.

This is thing is very important because the bank will change your name only if you have a proper proof document with you. If not then your request will be rejected.

You need not submit the original copy of the document to the bank. The bank only needs a self-attested photocopy of your document.

But while you go to the bank you also need to carry the original copy of the document. Because the officials will ask it for the purpose of verification.

The Process of Changing Name in Equitas Small Finance Bank Account

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Follow the steps which are explained below.

Steps to Change Name in Equitas Small Finance Bank Account:
  1. Take a sheet of paper and start writing an application letter.
  2. The letter you are writing should address the branch manager of your Equitas Small Finance Bank.
  3. You have to mention the subject of the letter as “Request for Name Change in the Bank Account”.
  4. After the subject line in the body of the letter, you have to explain why you want to change your name.
  5. Further mention your new name, bank account number, and the name of the document you are submitting to the bank.
  6. Now take a clear photocopy of your proof document.
  7. Make your signature on the photocopy to make it self-attested.
  8. Attach your application letter to your photocopy.
  9. Visit your Equitas Small Finance Bank’s home branch and submit the application letter.

Conclusion

If you have any doubt in your mind then you can call the customer care of the bank. The customer care number of Equitas Small Finance Bank is 1800 103 1222. (toll-free number)