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Trademark Registration

Register your brand name, logo, or slogan as a trademark — exclusive 10-year nationwide protection with right to use the ® symbol.

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Overview

Trademark registration under the Trade Marks Act, 1999 grants the owner an exclusive statutory right to use a mark — word, logo, slogan, colour combination, shape, or sound — for specified goods or services in India. A registered trademark is denoted by the ® symbol, which can only be used after formal registration. The ™ symbol can be used immediately upon filing.

Trademark registration gives the owner the legal right to prevent third parties from using an identical or deceptively similar mark in the same or related class. It transforms the brand into a valuable intangible asset that can be licensed, franchised, pledged as collateral, or sold. MFiling conducts comprehensive trademark searches on the IP India database, selects the correct Nice Classification class(es), files TM-A applications, tracks examination, responds to objections, and follows through to the registration certificate.

Government fee: Rs.4,500/class (individuals/MSMEs) or Rs.9,000/class (companies). MFiling professional charges: from Rs.1,499/class. Processing time: 12–24 months to certificate.

Key Benefits

Exclusive Nationwide Rights for 10 Years
Prevents any third party from using the same or similar mark in registered class(es) — renewable indefinitely.
Legal Standing to Sue Infringers
File civil suits for injunction, damages, and account of profits against unauthorized users.
Brand Becomes a Valuable IP Asset
Registered trademark can be licensed, franchised, sold, or pledged as collateral for funding.
® Symbol Signals Brand Authority
Use ™ from filing date; ® from registration date — immediately signals brand legitimacy to consumers.
Deters Copycats and Competitors
A registered trademark is a public record — competitors conducting searches will find it and avoid conflict.
Basis for International Registration
Indian trademark registration is the foundation for Madrid Protocol filings in 100+ countries.
Enhances Brand Valuation
IP portfolio with registered trademarks improves company valuation for investors and M&A.

Documents Required

Trademark Logo / Label in JPG Format (min. 800×800 px) or Word Mark in Text
Name, Address, and Nationality of the Applicant (individual or entity)
Aadhaar / PAN of Individual Applicant or Certificate of Incorporation for Company
List of Goods / Services for Registration (Nice Classification)
User Affidavit with Earliest Date of Use (if claiming prior use)
Power of Attorney — Form TM-48 signed by Applicant authorizing MFiling
Specimen / Label Showing Use on Goods / Services (if prior use claimed)

How it Works

Trademark Search (Day 1)

Comprehensive search on IP India database across all classes to assess availability and identify conflicts.

Class Selection (Day 1)

Determine applicable Nice Classification class(es) based on your goods and services.

Application Filing (Form TM-A) (Day 2)

File on IP India portal with documents and prescribed fee — same-day ARN issued.

ARN Generation (Day 2)

Receive Application Reference Number confirming filing — ™ symbol can be used immediately.

Examination Report (3–12 months)

Examiner issues report within 3–12 months raising any objections on absolute or relative grounds.

Counter-Statement (30 days to respond)

File response to examination objections within 30 days addressing each ground with legal arguments.

Hearing (if required) (As scheduled)

If objection not resolved through written response, attend hearing before the Registrar.

Advertisement in Trademark Journal (4 months)

Mark published in Trademark Journal after acceptance — 4-month opposition window opens.

Registration Certificate (12–24 months total)

If no opposition or opposition dismissed — Certificate of Registration issued. ® symbol now usable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a trademark valid across all of India?
Yes. A trademark registered with the Indian Trade Marks Registry is valid and enforceable across all states and union territories of India. India has a unified national trademark registration system — a single registration covers the entire country.
How many trademark classes should I register in?
Register in all classes relevant to your current and planned business to prevent others from using your brand name in related areas. IT companies typically register in Class 42 (software) + Class 9 (hardware) + Class 35 (business services). Apparel brands register in Class 25 (clothing) + Class 35 (retail). MFiling provides free class selection guidance with every application.
Can I sell my trademark to another party?
Yes. A registered trademark is a transferable asset. Assignment can be "with goodwill" (including business reputation) or "without goodwill" (mark alone). The assignment agreement must be filed with the Trade Marks Registry using Form TM-P. MFiling handles trademark assignment agreements and Form TM-P filings.
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₹1,499
Starting price · GST extra
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Exclusive Nationwide Rights for 10 Years
Prevents any third party from using the same or similar mark in registered class(es) — renewable indefinitely.
Legal Standing to Sue Infringers
File civil suits for injunction, damages, and account of profits against unauthorized users.
Brand Becomes a Valuable IP Asset
Registered trademark can be licensed, franchised, sold, or pledged as collateral for funding.
® Symbol Signals Brand Authority
Use ™ from filing date; ® from registration date — immediately signals brand legitimacy to consumers.
Deters Copycats and Competitors
A registered trademark is a public record — competitors conducting searches will find it and avoid conflict.
Basis for International Registration
Indian trademark registration is the foundation for Madrid Protocol filings in 100+ countries.
Enhances Brand Valuation
IP portfolio with registered trademarks improves company valuation for investors and M&A.

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