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Exclusive right to use your registered brand across India.
TRADEMARK & INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Trademark Registration in India
Protect Your Brand Name, Logo & Identity
A trademark protects your brand name, logo, slogan or other identifying mark. In India, trademarks are registered under the Trade Marks Act, 1999 and the Trade Marks Rules, 2017 by filing Form TM-A through the IP India portal.
Professional Fee
₹2,500*
+
Government Fees (as applicable, per class)
*Professional fee. Government fees, statutory charges and other
applicable expenses are additional.
Your Brand. Your Identity.
Our support at every filing stage
Prevent Infringement
Take appropriate action against copying or misuse.
Business Asset
License, sell or franchise your brand rights.
Pan India Rights
Registered rights apply throughout India.
Marketplace Ready
Often requested by e-commerce platforms and distributors.
Expert Assistance
Guidance from search and filing through follow-up.
BUILD A DISTINCTIVE BRAND
Why Register a Trademark?
Registration can strengthen your ability to protect and build value in a distinctive brand.
- Exclusive legal right to use your mark for registered goods or services
- Protection against copying or infringement, subject to law
- A valuable brand asset that can be licensed or sold
- Support for business expansion, franchising and brand building
- May be required by many marketplaces and distributors
A DISTINCTIVE MARK
What Can Be Registered?
A mark should be capable of distinguishing your goods or services from those of others.
Brand name
Word or name mark
Logo
Device or design mark
Slogan
Tagline or phrase
Shape
Shape of goods or packaging
Colour
Distinctive colour combination
Sound
Distinctive sound mark
Other marks
Letters, numbers and other distinctive signs
M™
BRAND IDENTITYYour mark. Recognisable and distinctive.Registration is subject to examination under applicable law.
ELIGIBILITY
Who Can Apply?
Individuals and a range of organisations may apply for a mark, whether already in use or proposed to be used.
- Individuals and proprietors
- Partnership firms and LLPs
- Private Limited and Public Companies
- Trusts and societies
- Government bodies
- Applicants with a mark in use or proposed to be used
PREPARE WITH CLARITY
Before You File
Three useful preparation steps before submitting Form TM-A.
Search Existing Marks
Run a public search on the IP India portal for identical or similar marks.
Choose the Right Class(es)
Marks are registered by class under the Nice Classification: 45 classes, comprising 34 for goods and 11 for services.
Decide the Form of the Mark
Consider a word mark, logo, or both, depending on your brand and filing strategy.
GET YOUR DETAILS READY
Documents & Information Required
Requirements can vary by applicant type and application. The following information is commonly useful for preparing a filing.
- Applicant's name, address and nationality
- PAN of the business or proprietor
- Aadhaar of the applicant or authorised signatory for e-signing
- Business constitution document, if not a sole proprietor
- Address proof of the business premises
- Utility bill, rent agreement or sale deed, as applicable
- Bank proof, such as a cancelled cheque or bank certificate
- Representation of the mark: logo in JPEG or word mark
- List of goods or services and relevant class(es)
- Date of first use or proposed-to-be-used status
- Power of attorney (Form TM-48), if filing through an agent
- Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) for e-filing, where required
Confirm the current document and e-signing requirements for your applicant type before filing.
OFFICIAL CHARGES
Government Fees (Per Class)
The fee schedule below reflects the reference amounts for e-filing. Government fees are charged per class and per mark.
E-FILING FEE
Individual / Startup / Small Enterprise (MSME)Per class, per mark
₹4,500
Companies, LLPs and All Other ApplicantsPer class, per mark
₹9,000
Fees are non-refundable. Confirm eligibility and the current schedule on IP India before filing.
Other Important Fees (E-filing)
Renewal (Form TM-R)₹9,000 per class
Notice of Opposition / Counter-Statement₹2,700 per class
Expedited Examination (individual / startup / small enterprise)₹20,000 per application
Expedited Examination (others)₹40,000 per application
FROM SEARCH TO REGISTRY
Trademark Registration Process
Each application is examined and may receive an objection or opposition; registration is not guaranteed.
- 01
Search Existing Marks
- 02
Select Class(es)
Goods and services
- 03
Prepare Documents
and DSC
- 04
File Form TM-A
online and pay fee
- 05
Examination
by Registry; possible objection
- 06
Reply to Objection
within 30 days, if required
- 07
Publication
in Trade Marks Journal
- 08
Opposition Window
4 months
- 09
Registration Certificate
if no successful opposition
NO FIXED PROMISES
Timeline
Processing time varies with the Registry's workload and the examination, objection and opposition history of each application.
Examination report
Typically a few months after filing; timing depends on workload.
Reply to objection
Reply within 30 days where required, subject to the applicable notice and rules.
Opposition period
Four months after publication in the Trade Marks Journal.
Total time varies
Unopposed applications may complete sooner than opposed or objected matters. No fixed timeline is promised.
USE THE RIGHT SYMBOL
TM & Registered Symbols
Understand the distinction between a claimed mark and a registered mark.
TM
You may use TM from the date of filing while the application is pending.
Registered
You may use ® only after the trademark is registered.
KEEP YOUR RIGHTS CURRENT
Validity & Renewal
Track the renewal date and check the applicable rules in advance.
- Valid for 10 years from the date of application
- May be renewed indefinitely in successive 10-year periods
- Form TM-R may be filed up to one year before expiry
- A six-month grace period may apply after expiry
- If not renewed, the mark may be removed from the register
- Restoration may be available within one year of removal, subject to requirements
ASSESS DISTINCTIVENESS
Common Refusal Grounds
The Registry may raise objections or refuse a mark on grounds under applicable law, including:
Generic or common terms
Purely descriptive marks
Deceptive or misleading marks
Lack of distinctiveness
Conflict with an earlier identical or similar mark
Prohibited or offensive marks
Names or symbols protected by law
A QUICK CHECKLIST
Key Takeaways
for similar marks
carefully
is per class, per mark
are separate stages
renewable indefinitely
Company Name ≠ Trademark
Registering a company name does not by itself give trademark rights. A trademark application is a separate process for protecting a mark in relation to specified goods or services.
Company RegistrationDomain Name ≠ Trademark
A domain name registration does not automatically give trademark rights. Consider separate trademark protection for a distinctive brand name or logo.
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OFFICIAL INFORMATION
Official IP India Resources
Check current forms, fees, filing status and guidance with the official source.
CLEAR ANSWERS
Frequently Asked Questions
General information only; current requirements depend on the facts of your application.
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Last updated: 3 October 2026
Disclaimer: Fees, forms, timelines and procedures are set under the Trade Marks Act, 1999 and Trade Marks Rules, 2017 and may change. Please confirm the latest information on the official IP India website before filing.
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