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Last updated: 2 October 2026
A public notice tells anyone who may have a claim or interest to come forward, or puts a change on public record. It is used before buying property, after losing original documents or share certificates, when a partner retires, and in several company law processes. We help you prepare the facts and documents, the notice is drafted by an independent advocate where needed, and it is published in the newspapers you choose.
A public notice is an advertisement in one or more newspapers that informs the public of a fact, invites objections, or records that a person is no longer responsible for something. It creates a dated public record that can later be shown to a bank, a buyer, a company, a registrar or a court.
Some notices are expected by practice, such as a title notice before a property purchase or a notice for lost property documents before a bank or society acts. Others are required by law. For example, under the Indian Partnership Act, 1932, a retiring partner can remain liable to third parties for acts of the firm until public notice of the retirement is given (sections 32 and 72). Several Companies Act processes also require a newspaper advertisement in a set format.
The wording matters. A notice should identify the person, property or document precisely, state what is being notified, and give a clear address and period for objections.
Based on the Indian Partnership Act, 1932, the Companies Act, 2013 and common practice for title and loss notices. Last updated: 27 September 2026.
Newspaper advertisement, usually one English and one regional language paper
Commonly 7 to 15 days, as stated in the notice
Public notice limits continuing liability (Partnership Act, ss.32 and 72)
Notice also goes to the Registrar of Firms
Format and newspapers as required by the relevant rule
Full newspaper pages with date and edition
A public notice is only useful if it clearly identifies what it covers and can be proved later.
Property details, certificate numbers, names and addresses are checked against the documents.
The newspapers, language and editions are chosen for the area and purpose.
Original newspaper copies and any objections received are kept for the file.
Related services.
Checking title before you buy.
For notices addressed to a specific person.
If an objection or notice has been sent to you.
We understand the purpose and who needs to see the notice.
Names, numbers and descriptions are verified against the documents.
The notice is drafted, by an independent advocate where the matter requires it.
You review and approve the final text.
The notice is booked in the chosen newspapers and editions.
Newspaper copies are collected and any objections received are shared with you.
What usually follows:
The notice and newspaper copies are placed on record for the bank, buyer, company or registrar.
The claim is reviewed with an advocate before any transaction proceeds.
Where a filing is required, such as with the Registrar of Firms or a company, the newspaper copy is attached.
Duplicate certificate requests, property registration or partner changes proceed on the record.
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Sometimes. The Partnership Act and some Companies Act processes require a public notice. For property title or lost documents it is usually expected by banks, societies or buyers rather than required by statute.
Usually one English and one regional language newspaper circulating in the area concerned. Where a rule specifies the newspapers, that rule is followed.
It is set in the notice itself, commonly 7 to 15 days. A statutory process may prescribe its own period.
No. It invites claims and creates a record. Ownership is shown by the title documents and registration records.
Either you or an independent advocate on your behalf. Title notices before property purchases are usually issued by an advocate.
ACS – Director, Expertvuw Management Pvt Ltd
Documents are drafted by Expertvuw’s team for your review. Legal notices are issued, and representation before courts, tribunals and consumer commissions is made, by independent advocates. Expertvuw is a corporate services company, not a law firm.