GoI Notified Notaries (Amendment) Rules, 2025; Increased Notary Limit in 4 States

Current Context: The Government of India (GoI) notified the Notaries (Amendment) Rules, 2025 on 17 October 2025 under the Notaries Act, 1952.

• The amendment increases the maximum number of notaries in Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, and Nagaland to meet rising demand.
• Revised limits: Gujarat – 6,000 (earlier 2,900), Tamil Nadu – 3,500 (earlier 2,500), Rajasthan – 3,000 (earlier 2,000), Nagaland – 400 (earlier 200).
• The move addresses population growth, new districts/tehsils, and the need for wider legal service access.
• It will improve availability of attestation, affidavits, and certifications, reducing delays for citizens.
• The notification was issued by the Department of Legal Affairs, Ministry of Law & Justice (MoL&J).

Question:

Q.1 What is the new maximum number of notaries fixed for Gujarat as per the Notaries (Amendment) Rules, 2025?
a) 2,900
b) 4,000
c) 5,000
d) 6,000

Answer: d) The revised maximum limit of notaries in Gujarat has been increased from 2,900 to 6,000 to meet growing demand for legal attestation services.