{"id":24788,"date":"2022-06-07T12:06:49","date_gmt":"2022-06-07T12:06:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/?p=24788"},"modified":"2026-04-07T17:15:37","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T11:45:37","slug":"what-are-the-steps-involved-in-trademark-registration-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/what-are-the-steps-involved-in-trademark-registration-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the Steps Involved in Trademark Registration in India?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Violations of the owner\u2019s rights can harm the reputation of the brand and impede business. When it comes to guard rights, decisive action is required. The registration of a trademark grants the owner an exclusive right and distinguishes the product from similar products from other businesses. Trademarks serve as intangible assets for the owner, providing long-term protection for the brand. The owner of a trademark has the exclusive right to use such words, logos, and slogans. In a market like India, brand protection and security are essential, hence trademark registration in India is necessary rather than optional. So, in this post, we&#8217;ll discuss how to register a company&#8217;s trademark in India. If you have any questions about the trademark registration process, you can consult a legal professional advisor like LegalRaasta.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/what-are-the-steps-involved-in-trademark-registration-in-india\/#What_is_trademarking_a_brand_name\" title=\"What is trademarking a brand name?\">What is trademarking a brand name?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/what-are-the-steps-involved-in-trademark-registration-in-india\/#What_is_Trademark_Registration\" title=\"What is Trademark Registration?\">What is Trademark Registration?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/what-are-the-steps-involved-in-trademark-registration-in-india\/#Trademark_Registration_Process\" title=\"Trademark Registration Process\">Trademark Registration Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/what-are-the-steps-involved-in-trademark-registration-in-india\/#Steps_Involved_in_Registration\" title=\"Steps Involved in Registration\">Steps Involved in Registration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/what-are-the-steps-involved-in-trademark-registration-in-india\/#Step-1_Documents_Needed_for_Registration\" title=\"Step-1)\u00a0Documents Needed for Registration\">Step-1)\u00a0Documents Needed for Registration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/what-are-the-steps-involved-in-trademark-registration-in-india\/#Step-2_The_cost_of_the_process\" title=\"Step-2): The cost of the process\">Step-2): The cost of the process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/what-are-the-steps-involved-in-trademark-registration-in-india\/#Step-3_Choose_your_unique_brand_name_registration\" title=\"Step-3): Choose your unique brand name registration\">Step-3): Choose your unique brand name registration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/what-are-the-steps-involved-in-trademark-registration-in-india\/#Step-4_Trademark_Search\" title=\"Step-4): Trademark Search\">Step-4): Trademark Search<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/what-are-the-steps-involved-in-trademark-registration-in-india\/#Step-5_Classification_of_Trademark\" title=\"Step-5): Classification of Trademark\">Step-5): Classification of Trademark<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/what-are-the-steps-involved-in-trademark-registration-in-india\/#Step-6_Making_the_Trademark_Application_Form\" title=\"Step-6): Making the Trademark Application Form\">Step-6): Making the Trademark Application Form<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/what-are-the-steps-involved-in-trademark-registration-in-india\/#Step-7_Filling_out_the_Application_Form\" title=\"Step-7): Filling out the Application Form\">Step-7): Filling out the Application Form<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/what-are-the-steps-involved-in-trademark-registration-in-india\/#Step-8_Examining_the_Logo_and_Brand_Name\" title=\"Step-8): Examining the Logo and Brand Name\">Step-8): Examining the Logo and Brand Name<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/what-are-the-steps-involved-in-trademark-registration-in-india\/#Step-9_Publication_in_the_Trademarks_Journal_or_Advertisement\" title=\"Step-9): Publication in the Trademarks Journal or Advertisement\">Step-9): Publication in the Trademarks Journal or Advertisement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/what-are-the-steps-involved-in-trademark-registration-in-india\/#Step-10_The_registration_of_a_trademark_or_the_issuance_of_a_trademark_registration_certificate\" title=\"Step-10): The registration of a trademark or the issuance of a trademark registration certificate\">Step-10): The registration of a trademark or the issuance of a trademark registration certificate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/what-are-the-steps-involved-in-trademark-registration-in-india\/#Step-11_Time_Required_for_Registration_Application_Status\" title=\"Step-11): Time Required for Registration Application Status\">Step-11): Time Required for Registration Application Status<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/what-are-the-steps-involved-in-trademark-registration-in-india\/#Step-12_Validity\" title=\"Step-12): Validity\">Step-12): Validity<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Trademark\"><\/span><strong>What is Trademark?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A trademark is a word (word name) \/ colour \/ logo (device mark) \/ shape of goods \/ sound mark \/ three dimension that you use to differentiate your product from the products of competitors. In other words, a trademark is a word, phrase, logo, symbol, design, image, or a combination of these elements that identifies the brand owner of a specific product or service. A trademark is something that gives a service, product, or business a unique identity.This identity helps them stand out from the crowd. A distinct identity can be graphics, photographs, slogans, logos, words, color combinations, smells, or sounds that distinguish a company\u2019s products or services from others on the market. A trademark can be registered by an individual, a company. The person whose name is entered as the applicant on the registration form will be the owner of the trademark once it is registered.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_trademarking_a_brand_name\"><\/span><strong>What is trademarking a brand name?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A trademark is a visual symbol, such as a word, name, number, label, logo, or colour combination. It is a distinguishing feature that allows customers to identify a specific brand or company. The law governing trademarks and their registration is governed by the Trademark Act of 1999.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/trademark-assignment\/\"><strong>Online trademark registration<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0grants the entity exclusive rights to use the trademark, preventing any duplication or exploitation by other companies. Most businesses, on the other hand, seek to register only their name or logo on anything unique that they fear will be misused by the market if not properly regulated. A registered trademark is a business\u2019s intangible asset or intellectual property that helps it build brand connect and brand recall among its customers. When we trademark our company\u2019s brand name, we protect our idea and the image that we have created through our hard work. We can register a letter, word, number, phrase, graphics, logo, sound mark, smell, or a combination of colors as a trademark.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Trademark_Registration\"><\/span><strong>What is Trademark Registration?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Trademark registration is a legal process established by the Trade Marks Act of 1999. You can protect your brand or logo by registering a trademark, also known as logo registration or brand registration, which prevents others from using it. You obtain ownership of the logo, name, or brand by registering a trademark. To protect their logo from third-party infringement, a company or individual must go through the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/\"><strong>trademark registration process in India.<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0Registration of a trademark also grants the owner the exclusive right to use the mark in connection with its products or services<strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Add trademark registration diagram here points to be add in the daigram<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trademark_Registration_Process\"><\/span><strong>Trademark Registration Process<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Step 1<\/strong>: Trademark Search<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 2<\/strong>: Filing Trademark Application<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 3<\/strong>: Examination \/ Hearings<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 4<\/strong>: Publication \/ opposition<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 5<\/strong>: Registration Certificate<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 6<\/strong>: Renewal<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_Involved_in_Registration\"><\/span><strong>Steps Involved in Registration<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Online Trademark Registration in India is simple and clear. Advances in technology have made it possible to complete the registration process from the comfort of our own homes. To apply for registration, you can seek the assistance of a trademark attorney. Trademarks in India can be registered both online and manually. The main difference is that in the manual application, you must go to the Trade Marks Office and fill out the form there<span style=\"text-decoration: line-through\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: line-through\">\u00a0<\/span>Anyone who uses the owner&#8217;s logo, symbol, or name without permission may be sued thanks to the trademark registration process, and the owner will benefit from legal protection. Trademark registration in India requires a number of processes before you may seek legal counsel.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-1_Documents_Needed_for_Registration\"><\/span><strong>Step-1)\u00a0Documents Needed for Registration<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A form is completed and submitted to the appropriate officials. Once the application has been approved, the documents must be assembled. Following confirmation, the owners use the TM sign. Evidence of Business Registration requires the following documentation:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Proof that the proposed mark may be used in another country must also be submitted.<\/li>\n<li>The owner must sign and submit a power of attorney.<\/li>\n<li>An application form that has been properly completed must be submitted.<\/li>\n<li>In the case of a sole proprietorship business, the applicant\u2019s details, id proof of the proprietor such as name, address, and nationality, PAN card, Aadhar card, and other documents may be submitted.<\/li>\n<li>Businesses must provide address proof.<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0The nature, purpose, and location of your business are necessary for the online trademark registration process.<\/li>\n<li>In the case of a corporation\/small business\/startup\/other: \u2013 MSME, COI, and a partnership deed if it is a partnership firm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-2_The_cost_of_the_process\"><\/span><strong>Step-2): The cost of the process<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Trademarks involve numerous steps. At each stage, different amounts are charged. Trademark searches may cost you between Rs.500 and Rs.2500 per trademark per class, plus a professional opinion, depending on the lawyer or professional you hire. While filling out the application, the official fees per mark per class that is required online range from INR 4500 to 9000. If your application is rejected by the Trademark Registry, Professional may charge fees ranging from Rs.1499 and upwards per trademark per class with no official fees and a time period of 1 to 2 months from the date of filing. This may differ for different professions, which may charge more or less depending on their experience.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-3_Choose_your_unique_brand_name_registration\"><\/span><strong>Step-3): Choose your unique brand name registration<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Once you apply to the government website online, you will receive your acknowledgement immediately on the government website. After receiving your declaration, you will be able to use your Trademark (TM) symbol alongside your brand name. This may appear to be a simple task, but it is the most important task for any businessman. The trademark must be carefully selected or created. This is due to the fact that once a trademark is created, it cannot be changed. The process of changing later will be time-consuming and expensive. You don\u2019t want to go in there. As a result, it is recommended that the trademark creation be satisfactory.\u00a0It is critical to conduct a trademark search after you have created your trademark.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-4_Trademark_Search\"><\/span><strong>Step-4): Trademark Search<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After deciding on a trademark, conduct a trademark search to see if it is unique. If another person has already registered a similar or identical trademark, you must modify or change yours before proceeding. The classification process can begin if the trademark is found to be unique and free of offensive or specifically protected emblems.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-5_Classification_of_Trademark\"><\/span><strong>Step-5): Classification of Trademark<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The 45 classifications in the Trademark Registry can be used to identify which class your business should be in. Your product or service might be categorized under a number of sectors thanks to the trademark. For the purposes of trademark registration, each of these categories is referred to as a class.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-6_Making_the_Trademark_Application_Form\"><\/span><strong>Step-6): Making the Trademark Application Form<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After you\u2019ve decided on a class, the next step is to create the application form. Some of the documents mentioned above, such as business identity proof, trademark copy, proof of claim, and power of attorney, must be submitted with this.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-7_Filling_out_the_Application_Form\"><\/span><strong>Step-7): Filling out the Application Form<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In the case of e-filing, the acknowledgement can be received immediately after the form is completed. You can now use the Trademark symbol\u00a0<strong>(TM)<\/strong>\u00a0after receiving acknowledgement.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-8_Examining_the_Logo_and_Brand_Name\"><\/span><strong>Step-8): Examining the Logo and Brand Name<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Trademark Officer verifies the information in the application and determines whether the case is in accordance with the rules and guidelines established by the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trademarks. If the trademark officer discovers any problems or requires additional information, he or she will issue a trademark objection notice. You must respond to the notice within 30 days of receiving it, providing adequate justification and proof. The trademark will be published in a journal if the officer is satisfied with the response. If not, they will schedule a hearing at which you must present your case through a trademark attorney.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-9_Publication_in_the_Trademarks_Journal_or_Advertisement\"><\/span><strong>Step-9): Publication in the Trademarks Journal or Advertisement<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After the examination process is completed, the Registrar will publish your registered trademark in the Indian Trademark Journal. After it has been reviewed, your trademark will be published in the Indian Trade Mark Journal. This is a necessary step in the trademark registration process, and if no opposition should be filed within 90 days or, in some cases, 120 days of the date of publication.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-10_The_registration_of_a_trademark_or_the_issuance_of_a_trademark_registration_certificate\"><\/span><strong>Step-10): The registration of a trademark or the issuance of a trademark registration certificate<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The registered trademark symbol can be used alongside your brand name as soon as you issue your certificate. If no oppositions are filed within the 90-day period, the Registrar will accept your trademark application. The Registration Certificate, which bears the Trademark Registry\u2019s seal, is then issued by the Registrar. You can now use the R symbol next to your brand name. After 15-20 days, you will receive an acknowledgement of the form.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-11_Time_Required_for_Registration_Application_Status\"><\/span><strong>Step-11): Time Required for Registration Application Status<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After receiving confirmation of the application\u2019s filing, you will be assigned an allocation number, which can be tracked online. That will take some time, and assuming there are no problems with the file, you will find out whether your application was approved or rejected. The trademark registration process takes approximately 1.5 to 2 years. The Trademark symbol is available within 3-4 days of application, but the R symbol takes approximately 2 years to obtain.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-12_Validity\"><\/span><strong>Step-12): Validity<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A trademark has a 10-year validity period from the date of application. It is renewable for a period of 10 years as many times as you want, but only once before the term expires. If the renewal is completed within the last year, a surcharge will be applied. Getting the help of a professional is part of the renewal process.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/trademark-renewal\/\"><strong>Renewal of a trademark in India<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>This can be done six months before the expiry date. The renewal extends the protection of your trademark rights for another ten years.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Your brand is your most valuable asset, and trademark rights are perpetual. Obtaining a Trademark Registration in India is most likely the most difficult task. It can take years to get your trademark registered, but the effort is well worth it. This is an investment in your company. There are numerous steps and a significant amount of money involved in the process. If you are a beginner, trademarks may not be necessary. You must exercise extreme caution when selecting your brand\u2019s logo or symbol because there is no turning back. Once your symbols have been registered, changing them is extremely difficult. As a result, it is advised to choose or create with caution. Many businesspeople in India are aware of the trademark policy. Only a few people are fully aware of this. People are becoming more aware of this. It is critical that they are aware of trademarks. So, we described in the post before how to select a trademark registration online to register your trademark for the business. Please leave a comment below or send me an email if you have anything to add to or say about this article.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Violations of the owner\u2019s rights can harm the reputation of the brand and impede business. When it comes to guard rights, decisive action is required. The registration of a trademark grants the owner an exclusive right and distinguishes the product from similar products from other businesses. 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