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Notaries Expansion: How 4 States Boost Legal Services Amid Growing Demand

The government has significantly increased the number of notaries allowed in four key states. Gujarat sees the biggest jump with capacity doubling to 6,000 notaries. This expansion responds to growing population demands and district development across these regions. The changes take effect immediately upon official gazette publication.

Key Points: Gujarat Tamil Nadu Rajasthan Nagaland Increase Notaries Capacity

  • Gujarat's notary capacity doubles from 2,900 to 6,000 positions
  • Tamil Nadu increases from 2,500 to 3,500 notaries statewide
  • Rajasthan expands notary limit from 2,000 to 3,000 legal professionals
  • Nagaland quadruples capacity from 200 to 400 notaries for better access
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Number of notaries increased in four states under Notaries (Amendment) Rules, 2025

Central government approves higher notary quotas for Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, and Nagaland to meet rising legal service demands and population growth.

"They shall come into force on the date of their publication in the Official Gazette - Ministry of Law and Justice"

New Delhi, October 19

The Department of Legal Affairs, Ministry of Law and Justice, has issued a notification regarding the Notaries (Amendment) Rules, 2025, under G.S.R. 763(E) dated October 17. This notification further amends the Notaries Rules of 1956, pursuant to the authority granted by Section 15 of the Notaries Act, 1952 (53 of 1952).

The amendment increases the maximum number of Notaries that may be appointed by the state Governments of Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan and Nagaland, according to a release.

"In exercise of the powers conferred by section 15 of the Notaries Act, 1952 (53 of 1952), the Central government hereby makes the following rules further to amend the Notaries Rules, 1956, namely: These rules may be called the Notaries (Amendment) Rules, 2025," as per the statement.

"They shall come into force on the date of their publication in the Official Gazette," it added.

In the Schedule to the Notaries Rules, 1956, against serial number 4 relating to Gujarat, in column (3), for the figures "2900", the figures "6000" shall be substituted; against serial number 7 relating to Tamil Nadu, in column (3), for the figures "2500", the figures "3500" shall be substituted; against serial number 12 relating to Rajasthan, in column (3), for the figures "2000", the figures "3000" shall be substituted; and against serial number 16 relating to Nagaland, in column (3), for the figures "200", the figures "400" shall be substituted.

This step has been taken in response to requests received from the respective State Governments, recognising the growth in population, number of districts/tehsils/talukas, and the corresponding demand for Notary services.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone who works in legal documentation, this is a welcome move. The demand for notary services has increased exponentially with digitalization and property transactions. Hope they maintain quality standards while increasing quantity.
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Priya S
Good step but why only these four states? Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh also face huge shortages of notaries. The government should consider all states equally. Still, better than nothing! 🤔
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Michael C
The jump from 200 to 400 in Nagaland shows how underserved the northeastern states have been. Hope this brings legal services closer to people in remote areas. Infrastructure development should follow.
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Ananya R
This will create more employment opportunities for law graduates. Many young lawyers struggle to find work after graduation. Hope the selection process is transparent and merit-based. 🙏
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Vikram M
While increasing numbers is good, the government should also focus on digital notarization. In this digital age, we need online notary services that can save time and reduce corruption. The system needs modernization! 💻

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