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Protect your distinctive brand elements, including names, logos, symbols, and taglines, in accordance with applicable rules and Trademark Registry provisions.
Eligible MSMEs and startups may qualify for concessional government fees for trademark applications upon submission of valid supporting documents.
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A trademark is any mark, logo, name, symbol, letter, figure, or word used by any individual or firm to uniquely identify its goods or services from those made or sold by others. The requirements of the Trade Marks Act 1999 regulate trademark registration. It is vital because the government legally authorises it to grant the owner exclusive rights to the brand, sale, manufacture, and use of products and services.
What are The Eligibility Criteria?
In India, anybody who claims to be the trademark owner (individual, proprietor, corporation) can apply. The "TM" sign can be used within a few days post-filing. The Trade Mark Registry takes a minimum of 6-8 months to register if there's no objection. In case of an objection, it might take up to 18 months. Once registered, the ® symbol can be used. It is valid for ten years from the registration date and can be renewed.
Who Can Opt for Trademark Registration?
Any Individual Person
Even if not currently in business, individuals can file for a brand name intended for future use.
Shared Ownership
Joint proprietors of a firm can apply together; both names are listed.
Partnership Firm
Must include all partners' names (max 10). Guardian name needed if a minor is a partner.
LLP
Application is in the name of the LLP entity itself, containing all partners' names.
Indian Corporation
Pvt Ltd, Public Ltd apply in the corporate name. Directors cannot be applicants.
Foreign Corporation
Must file under the registered foreign corporate name, indicating jurisdiction and an Indian address.
Society or Trust
Managing trustee, chairman, or secretary must be mentioned when filing on behalf of a trust/society.
Importance of Trademark Registration in India
Exceptional Rights
Owner has complete control, can use the mark for designated classes, and prohibit/sue others for unauthorized violation.
Increases Trust and Loyalty
Signifies reputation and quality. Increases client confidence and establishes loyal, long-term customers.
Product Differentiation
Separates your goods/services from the competition, acting as an efficient advertising tool.
Creating Assets
Functions as an intangible asset on a company's balance sheet that may be sold, franchised, or contracted.
Use of the ® Symbol
Allows use of the ® sign, serving as a public notice of your exclusive usage rights.
Protect Against Infringement
Get injunctions to prevent unauthorized use. Your trademarked logo cannot be used by rivals.
10 Years of Low-Cost Protection
Inexpensive to maintain online. Protection lasts 10 years and is easily renewable.
Global Trademark Registration
A mark registered in India serves as a strong basis for gaining worldwide recognition and registration.
Recruit Human Resources
Popular brands attract young talent. Registered marks project a favourable corporate image.
Background of Trademark Registry
Founded in 1940, followed by the Trademark Act in 1999. The registry administers all laws of the Indian Trademark Act. Headquarters are in Mumbai, with branches in Delhi, Ahmedabad, Chennai, and Kolkata.
Kinds of Registration
- Service Mark: Represents a service (Classes 35-45).
- Marks in Series: Chain of items sharing suffix/prefix.
- Mark of Sound: Audio mnemonics connected to a product.
What are Trademark Classes?
There are 45 trademark classes (1-34 for products, 35-45 for services). Selecting the correct class is crucial for validity.
Common Classes in India:
- Class 9: Mobile software (App) & electronics.
- Class 25: Readymade Clothing.
- Class 35: Business management, advertising, E-commerce.
- Class 41: Education and entertainment.
Online Procedure of Trademark Registration
Documents Needed
- Applicant’s / Company Name
- Business Type & Specific goods/services
- Brand/logo/slogan image (9x5 cm)
- Registrant's mailing address with PIN
- Signed Form-48 (Vakalatnama/Power of Attorney)
- Signatory ID & Address Evidence
- Business validation proof
- MSME / Udyog Aadhar (optional for fee discount)
Trademark Registration Process
How TM Expert Will Process Your Trademark Registration
IP India Search
Trademark Filing
Sent to Vienna Code
Formality Check Pass
Marked for Exam
(Wait 4 months)
(If reply not satisfactory)
Professional Fees & Packages
* Excluding Govt. fees
- TM Application Filing
- Free Class Search
- Free Consultation
- Drafting & Filing by Expert
- Use TM next to brand
- EMI Facility
- Everything in Basic
- Creative Logo Design (3 choices)
- Expertise TM Search Report
- Consultation till TM mark
- Everything in Basic
- Expertise TM Search Report
- Consultation till TM mark
- Trademark Objection Reply
- Trademark Hearing Support
- Everything in Premium
- Creative Logo Design (3 choices)
- TM Application Filing
- Expertise Search Report
- Drafting & Filing
- Trademark Objection Reply
- TM Application Filing
- ISO Application
- Free Class Search
- Drafting & Filing by Expert
- EMI Facility
How We Work?
Fill Form & Make Payment
Class Search by TM Expert
Draft Authorization Letter (Form-48)
Upload Required Documents
Our Expert Files Application
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