How to Make an Affidavit: Format, Stamp Paper & Notary

How To Make An Affidavit – SK Document Centre

Short answer: An affidavit is a written statement you swear to be true. To make one: draft it in the correct format, print it on e-stamp paper of the right value (where stamp duty applies), sign it before a notary public, oath commissioner or magistrate, and have it attested with their seal. Most affidavits can be done the same day.

People ask “affidavit kaha banta hai“, search for an affidavit near me or an affidavit maker near me. The answer is simple: any good notary desk that also handles drafting and e-stamp paper. Here is the full process so you know exactly what to bring.

What an affidavit is

An affidavit is a sworn declaration of facts, made by the person signing it (the deponent), and attested by an officer authorised to administer oaths. Because it is sworn, a false affidavit can have legal consequences, so the facts must be correct.

The parts of an affidavit

Title, for example “Affidavit for change of name”.
Deponent details: full name, parent’s or spouse’s name, age and address.
Numbered statements of the facts, one per paragraph.
Verification: a closing paragraph confirming the contents are true, with the place and date.
Signature of the deponent and the attesting officer’s signature and seal.

Stamp paper for an affidavit

Most affidavits for general use are made on e-stamp paper of a small fixed value set by the state. Some affidavits filed in courts or for certain government purposes may be exempt. The value is set by the state’s stamp law, so ask before buying. See our e-stamping services.

Who can attest an affidavit?

Officer	When to use
Notary public	Most affidavits for banks, universities, offices and documents for abroad
Oath commissioner	Affidavits for court cases
Executive / first class magistrate	When the form says the affidavit must be sworn before a magistrate

Check the exact words on your form. If it says “magistrate”, a notary affidavit may be rejected. Read first class magistrate affidavit for those cases.

Common affidavits

Name change or name correction (name change process)
Address proof and residence
Income declaration
Gap year or break in studies
Lost documents
Single status or bachelorhood
Relationship and dependency
Date of birth

What to bring

Photo ID such as Aadhaar, passport or PAN
Address proof
Supporting documents for the facts you are declaring
The form or instruction that asks for the affidavit
You, in person, because the deponent must sign before the officer

Affidavits used abroad

An affidavit for use outside India needs more than a notary. In Delhi it is usually attested by the SDM and then by the MEA (attestation or apostille), and sometimes by the embassy. See affidavit attestation.

Want your affidavit drafted before you arrive? Send a photo of the document or the instruction you received on WhatsApp or call +91 93109 70010. We tell you the exact process, time and charges before you spend anything.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I make an affidavit near me?

At a notary desk that offers drafting and e-stamp paper. Our desk at C-260 New Ashok Nagar does all three in one visit.

How much stamp paper is needed for an affidavit?

Usually a small fixed value set by the state. We confirm the current value for your affidavit.

Can I write my own affidavit?

Yes, but it must follow the correct format and be sworn before an authorised officer.

Is an affidavit valid without a notary?

No. It must be attested by a notary, oath commissioner or magistrate.

How long is an affidavit valid?

There is no fixed expiry, but many offices want one dated within the last few months.