Appointed under the Notaries Act, 1952 · Chennai · Tamil Nadu
Notary Public in Chennai — Pugazhenthi Krishnan
Precise, prompt notarial services for individuals, businesses and NRIs — affidavits, attestation, agreements, powers of attorney and document authentication for use across India and abroad.
How it works
A simple three-step process
Contact & confirm documents
Call, WhatsApp or write in describing the document you need notarised. We confirm exactly what to bring.
Visit the office
Come to our chambers in Chennai with the originals and one ID proof. Home or office attendance can be arranged on request.
Notarised the same day
Most affidavits and attestations are completed the same day and handed over in person.
Practice areas
Notary and legal documentation services
Document Attestation
Certified attestation of educational, identity and government documents.
Read moreAffidavits
Name change, address proof, income, gap certificate and court affidavits.
Read moreAgreements
Rental, sale, partnership, MOU and service agreements — drafted and notarised.
Read morePower of Attorney
General and special POAs, including NRI Power of Attorney for use in India.
Read moreTrue-Copy Certification
Certified true copies of originals for legal, banking and government use.
Read moreMarriage & Personal
Marriage affidavits, joint declarations and personal legal documents.
Read moreApostille & Overseas
Documents prepared and coordinated for Apostille and MEA attestation.
Read moreCorporate Notarisation
Board resolutions, undertakings and indemnity bonds for companies.
Read moreBefore your visit
Documents to bring for notarisation
- • Original document(s) to be notarised, along with one clear photocopy of each.
- • Valid government-issued photo ID: Aadhaar, Passport, Driving Licence or Voter ID.
- • Two passport-size photographs for affidavits and Powers of Attorney.
- • Non-judicial stamp paper of the required denomination (we can advise you on the correct value).
- • Supporting proofs referenced by the affidavit (address proof, degree, marriage certificate, etc.).
- • For company documents: authorised signatory ID, board resolution and company seal.
Unsure what to bring? Send a WhatsApp or email describing your matter — we will confirm the exact list before your visit.
Areas served
A notary public near you in Chennai
Our chambers regularly serve clients from across Chennai — including T. Nagar, Anna Nagar, Adyar, Mylapore and Nungambakkam in the central belt; Velachery, Guindy, Alwarpet, Besant Nagar and Royapettah to the south; Egmore, Purasaiwakkam, Kilpauk and George Town in the older commercial districts; and Ambattur, Porur, Tambaram, Chromepet, Perungudi and the OMR / Sholinganallur IT corridor for professionals and companies further out.
Documents are frequently notarised for use at the Madras High Court, the Registrar of Marriages and Sub-Registrar offices across Chennai, as well as for passport, visa and educational purposes within Tamil Nadu and abroad. If you are unable to travel to the office, home or hospital attendance can be arranged on request within Chennai.
About the notary
Pugazhenthi Krishnan, Notary Public
Appointed as a Notary Public under the Notaries Act, 1952, Pugazhenthi Krishnan serves clients across Chennai and Tamil Nadu — from individual affidavits and student documentation to complex corporate agreements and NRI powers of attorney. Every document is handled personally, with careful attention to legal form and jurisdictional requirements.
Common questions
Frequently asked
- What is a Notary Public?
- A Notary Public is a legal officer appointed by the Central or State Government under the Notaries Act, 1952 to attest documents, administer oaths, verify signatures and witness the execution of instruments.
- Do I need to be physically present?
- For most notarial acts — including affidavits, POAs and signature attestation — the person executing the document must appear in person and carry a government-issued photo ID.
- How long does notarisation take?
- A standard affidavit or attestation is usually completed within 15–30 minutes at the chambers, provided the documents and stamp paper are in order.
- Is a notarised rental agreement valid in Tamil Nadu?
- Yes. A notarised rental or lease agreement is legally valid for tenancies under 11 months. Agreements longer than 11 months should be registered with the Sub-Registrar.
Chambers
Visit or book an appointment
Office hours
| Monday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 – 14:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |