Trademark Registration
Trademark Registration
Trademark registration protects your brand identity – including logos, symbols, and designs – from unauthorised use by competitors. Registered under the Trade Marks Act, 1999, a trademark gives the owner exclusive legal rights to use the mark in connection with specific goods or services. Registration provides nationwide protection, the right to use the ® symbol, and legal standing to pursue infringement claims.
Key Highlights
Protects brand logos, symbols, labels, and designs from infringement
Valid for 10 years from date of filing; renewable indefinitely
Registered trademarks can use the ® symbol; unregistered marks can use ™
Filed with the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks
45 trademark classes covering all goods and services
Opposition period of 4 months after publication in the Trademark Journal
Documents Required
- Trademark application form (TM-A)
- Logo / brand image in the prescribed format
- Identity and address proof of the applicant
- Power of Attorney (if filed through an agent)
- Details of goods/services and applicable class
Process
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Step 1: Conduct a trademark search to ensure availability
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Step 2: File TM-A application with the Trademark Registry (online via IP India portal)
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Step 3: Examination by the Trademark Examiner
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Step 4: Publication in the Trademark Journal for opposition (4 months)
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Step 5: Registration certificate issued if no opposition is received
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