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Trademark Certificate / Trademark Registration

Protect your brand name, logo and tagline with end-to-end trademark registration.

A registered trademark gives you exclusive nationwide rights to your brand name, logo or tagline, and the legal standing to act against infringement. We conduct a comprehensive trademark search, file the application in the correct class, and track it through examination, publication and certificate issuance.

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Benefits

Why this matters for your business

  • Exclusive legal right to use your brand across India
  • Stronger legal recourse against copycats and infringers
  • Brand becomes a transferable, licensable business asset
  • Use of the ® symbol after registration builds credibility
Documents required

What you'll need to share

  • Logo/wordmark to be registered
  • Applicant's identity and address proof
  • Business registration proof (if applying in the entity's name)
  • Proof of first use of the mark, if applicable
  • Power of attorney (Form TM-48) authorising filing
How It Works

How It Works

A step-by-step guide to securing exclusive rights to your brand, from search to certificate.

Trademark registration process infographic - from trademark search to receiving your registration certificate

Trademark Search

Conduct a comprehensive search to ensure the proposed mark is unique and doesn't conflict with existing marks.

Filing Trademark Application

Prepare and file the application with the Trademark Office, including details of the mark, goods/services, and applicant information.

Formality Examination & Objections

The Trademark Office examines the application for compliance. If issues arise, an official examination report (Office Action) is issued.

Publication in Trademark Journal

If accepted, the mark is published in an official journal to allow third parties to oppose registration.

Registration & Issuance

If no opposition is filed, or opposition is dismissed, the mark proceeds to registration and the official certificate is issued, granting exclusive rights for 10 years, renewable.

FAQs

Trademark Certificate / Trademark Registration questions, answered

The process typically takes 12-24 months from filing to certificate, depending on objections and oppositions, though the application number is issued instantly and can be used with the ™ symbol immediately.

Trademarks are registered under 45 classes covering different goods and services; choosing the right class(es) is essential for adequate protection.

A trademark is valid for 10 years from the date of registration and can be renewed indefinitely in blocks of 10 years.

We prepare and file a counter-statement and represent you before the Registrar during opposition proceedings to protect your application.

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