Trademark

Trademark Registration in India

Protect your brand name, logo, or tagline with a registered trademark. File online in minutes — application filed within 24 hours.

What Is a Trademark?

A trademark is any sign, word, phrase, symbol, design, or combination thereof that identifies and distinguishes the goods or services of one business from those of others. In India, trademarks are governed by the Trade Marks Act, 1999 and registered with the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM).

You can register a brand name, a logo, a tagline, a slogan, a shape, a colour combination, or even a sound mark — anything that uniquely identifies your business in the marketplace.

Why Register Your Trademark?

Exclusive ownership

You gain the sole right to use the mark for your registered class of goods or services across India.

Legal protection

A registered trademark entitles you to take legal action against infringers and counterfeiters in court.

Brand value

The ® symbol signals authenticity and builds consumer trust, increasing the long-term value of your brand.

Licence and assign

You can licence your trademark to franchisees or assign it as an asset — a registered mark has a clear monetary value.

10-year protection

Registration is valid for 10 years and is renewable indefinitely, giving you perpetual protection.

Pan-India rights

A single registration covers the entire country — no state-by-state filing required.

Who Can Apply?

Any person, company, LLP, partnership firm, trust, or government body that uses or intends to use a mark in commerce can file a trademark application in India. There is no requirement to already be using the mark at the time of application — an "intent to use" application is valid.

Individuals and sole proprietors
Startups and SMEs (DPIIT-recognised startups get concession on government fees)
Private and public limited companies
LLPs and partnership firms
Trusts, societies, and NGOs
Foreign nationals and overseas companies

Documents Required

For Individuals / Sole Proprietors

PAN Card
Aadhar Card or Passport (address proof)
Brand logo in JPG/PNG format (if registering a logo)
Signed Form TM-48 (Power of Attorney — we provide the template)

For Companies / LLPs / Firms

Certificate of Incorporation or Registration
PAN Card of the entity
Brand logo (if applicable)
Board resolution authorising the filing (for companies)
Signed Form TM-48

The Trademark Registration Process

Trademark Search

We conduct a comprehensive search on the IP India database to check whether an identical or confusingly similar mark already exists in your chosen class. This minimises the risk of objections.

Class Selection

Trademarks are classified into 45 classes (1–34 for goods, 35–45 for services). We help you identify the correct class or classes for your business.

Application Filing (TM-A)

We prepare and file Form TM-A on the IP India online portal. You receive an acknowledgement with an application number immediately upon filing.

Examination

A Trade Marks examiner reviews your application within 30–90 days. If they raise objections, you have 30 days to respond (we handle this at an additional fee).

Publication in Journal

Once approved, your mark is advertised in the Trade Marks Journal for four months, during which third parties may file an opposition.

Registration Certificate

If no opposition is filed — or if opposition is decided in your favour — the Registrar issues a registration certificate. The mark is protected from the date of filing.

Timeline: End-to-end registration typically takes 18–24 months. However, you can use the ™ symbol (unregistered mark) immediately after filing, and full ® rights take effect retroactively from your application date once registration is granted.

Trademark Classes (1–45)

India follows the Nice Classification system, which divides goods and services into 45 classes. A single application covers one class. Multi-class protection requires separate applications or filings for each class.

Classes 1–34 — Goods

Cover physical products ranging from chemicals (Class 1) and pharmaceuticals (Class 5) to clothing (Class 25), food and beverages (Classes 29–33), and tobacco (Class 34).

Classes 35–45 — Services

Cover services ranging from advertising and business management (Class 35) and financial services (Class 36) to legal services (Class 45). Technology and IT services fall under Class 42.

Not sure which class applies to your business? Our experts will identify the right class during your free consultation.

What's Included

Filed within 24 hours

Application Preparation
Application Filing
Application Monitoring
TM Tracking Software
Consultation with a TM Expert
TM Class Search
Thorough trademark search to avoid future objections

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use ™ before registration is granted?

Yes. You can use the ™ symbol as soon as you file your application. The ® symbol can only be used after the registration certificate is issued.

What if someone objects to my trademark?

The examiner or a third party may raise an objection. We draft and file a detailed reply on your behalf. If the matter proceeds to a hearing, we represent you before the Registrar.

How long does trademark registration take?

The process typically takes 18–24 months from filing to registration, subject to the examiner's workload and any objections or oppositions.

Can I trademark a common word?

Common, descriptive, or generic words are generally not registrable. However, coined words, invented words, or words with no direct connection to the product can be registered.

Is a trademark valid throughout India?

Yes. A trademark registered in India is valid across the entire country. For international protection, you need to file under the Madrid Protocol or in individual countries.

What happens if I don't renew my trademark?

A trademark registered for 10 years lapses if not renewed. You can renew within one year before expiry or within six months after expiry (with a surcharge). After that, the mark is removed from the register.

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