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Online Trademark Registration

Are you an entrepreneur or business owner seeking to safeguard your brand in India? Consider trademark registration. With intellectual property gaining importance, protecting your brand is essential to prevent unauthorised use. Our trademark registration services in India are simple and cost-effective, ensuring long-term brand protection. Contact us today for more information and to begin the process.

A trademark is a visual symbol, typically representing a brand name. It can include words, symbols, taglines, or devices used to differentiate goods or services and indicate their source.

Trademarks are categorised based on the goods or services they cover, with 45 distinct classes. Classes 1 to 34 pertain to product-related marks, while classes 35 to 45 are for service-related marks.

When properly utilised and promoted, a registered trademark becomes an invaluable asset or intellectual property for a business, safeguarding the company’s reputation in its brand. Obtaining trademark registration under the Trademarks Act is crucial to secure legal rights and protection for the business name or trade name. Registration of a business name or company under the Companies Act does not offer protection against others using identical or similar marks for commercial purposes.

A trademark registration remains valid for 10 years, and renewal applications must be submitted six months before expiry.

The TM symbol indicates trademark ownership, signalling to the public that the company claims exclusive rights to the trademark. It is typically used by trademark applicants.

The ® symbol is employed only after receiving the registration certificate and can be used solely for the goods/services covered by the trademark registration. The registration process for both trademarks and service marks follows the same procedure.

Apply for sole ownership of a logo, name, slogan, or symbol that represents your product or business.

Inform us if you already possess a registered Trademark and wish to extend its validity.

What Are The Various Types Of Trademark?

Acronyms

Brand

Celebrity Mark

Character

Character Merchandising

Colour

Composite Name

Device Mark

Domain Name

Gesture And Motion

Heading

Hologram

Hybrid Mark

Label

Letters

Logo

Logo-Composite Mark

Name

Numerals

Packaging

Pharmaceutical Mark

Portrait

Shape Of Goods

Slogan

Smell Mark

Sound Mark

Taste Mark

Three Dimension

Ticket

Trade Name

Well Known Mark

Word

The company name is identified as (business name private limited).

Upon obtaining incorporation certificate, it acquires your business a proper legal company status and grants you the rights of undertaking business in India and globally. This type of business entity provides the best protection of personal assets as the founders, directors, and stockholders; they are not liable for the company’s debts and obligations. This private limited company formation is recommended for tech business, consultancy business, startups, small and medium enterprises.

Trademark Registration - Documents Required:

  • Soft copy of logo/trademark required.
  • Power of Attorney – A letter on Rs. 100 stamp paper authorising One Click Business Solutions to file a trademark application on your behalf is necessary.
  • Board Resolution – Required for company applicants.

Why should you need to register a trademark?

  • Exclusive rights: Trademark registration grants the owner exclusive usage rights for the goods or services specified. A registration certificate serves as legal evidence, outlining these rights and their validity. It serves as a robust solution against unauthorised use, enabling the owner to pursue legal action for infringement and obtain remedies like interdicts, confiscation of infringing items, and compensation.
  • Brand identity: A trademark symbolises status and represents a brand built on delivering consistent quality products and services that satisfy customers. Unfortunately, others may exploit branded products with cheaper, deceptive alternatives, eroding customer trust. Therefore, trademark registration is crucial to pursue legal action against unauthorised use and signal a serious commitment to one’s business.
  • Protect: Registering a trademark grants exclusive rights and shields your business from competitors, safeguarding your hard-earned reputation. It prevents unauthorised usage and empowers the owner to pursue legal action and seek compensation for infringement.
  • Hypothecation: A registered trademark is viewed as an intangible asset, capable of being used as collateral to secure loans, similar to how real estate can be mortgaged.
  • Enforce: Enforcing your trademark protection becomes more convenient and cost-effective, enabling you to take legal action against unauthorised users and even involve law enforcement to prosecute counterfeiters. Displaying the ® symbol can also discourage unauthorised usage. However, using the ® symbol for an unregistered trademark is illegal.
  • Add Value: A registered trademark generates an intangible asset, enabling options like selling, franchising, or granting licences for third-party usage.

The Trademark application can be filed with the aforementioned categories:

  • Wordmark encompasses words, letters, numerals, or any standard characters.
  • Device mark comprises stickers, monograms, labels, logos, or any geometric figures apart from word marks.
  • Colour denotes original distinctiveness claimed in colour combinations, with or without a device.
  • Three-dimensional mark pertains to the shape or packaging of goods.
  • Sound represents auditory elements.

Trademark Registrations - FAQs

What Do You Get After A Trademark Application?

To monitor the status and advancement of a trademark application, you receive an “acknowledgment slip” with the application number. Typically, obtaining a trademark registration certificate takes around six months.

Is There Any Validity For A Trademark?

A trademark registration in India remains valid for ten years from the application date and can be renewed indefinitely for consecutive ten-year periods. It’s important to note that late fees will be applicable if a trademark renewal application is submitted after the expiry date but within six months of it.

Can I Register For A Trademark Before Starting A Business?

Yes, it’s possible to register a trademark prior to commencing business activities. You have the option to register it either under your name as an individual proprietor or under the name of a newly formed company.

Is The Trademark Registration In India Valid For The Foreign Countries?

No, the scope of a trademark is limited to specific territories. For instance, if you register a trademark in India, its protection extends only within the borders of India. Additionally, you must file separate trademark applications in each country where you plan to offer your products or services. Alternatively, you can opt for international trademark registration through the Madrid Protocol, covering approximately 119 member countries. However, eligibility for international registration necessitates possession of a valid trademark certificate from your home country.

What Do You Mean By Logo Registration?

Trademark registration, brand registration, and logo registration refer to identical processes. Additionally, you can safeguard the original artwork or design of your logo by registering it under copyright protection.

What Is A Trademark Class?

The Nice Classification (NCL) is an internationally recognized system for categorising goods and services during the Trademark registration process. Comprising 45 classes, it covers products (Classes 1-34) and services (Classes 35-45). Trademark applicants can select one or more classes based on their industry and intended use.

What Cannot Be Registered Under A Trademark?
  1. Trademarks identical to those already registered cannot be approved.
  2. Marks likely to deceive, cause confusion, or offend, such as unlawful, scandalous, or obscene/religiously inflammatory marks, are also ineligible.
  3. Common names, geographical terms, common trade phrases, and common abbreviations are also excluded from trademark registration.
What Is A Trademark?

A trademark is any symbol, design, logo, word, or phrase that sets apart and identifies the origin of goods or services from one entity compared to others. Essentially, it serves as a distinct marker aiding consumers in identifying and linking products or services to a specific company.

What Is The Duration To Undergo Trademark Registration In India?

The process of registering a trademark in India typically spans between 6 to 7 months, influenced by factors such as the intricacies of the application and the workload of the Trademark Registrar.

What Are The Government Fees For The Trademark Registration In India?

The government charges for trademark registrations in India differ depending on the applicant’s type. For individuals, the government fee stands at INR 4,500 per application, while for companies, it amounts to INR 9,000 per application. This fee is applicable for single-class registration, with an increase in fee for registration in multiple classes.

What Is The Difference Between A Registered And An Unregistered Trademark?

An unregistered trademark refers to one that hasn’t been officially registered with the Trademark Registry but still holds some protection under common law. However, a registered trademark offers enhanced legal safeguards and exclusive usage rights for the products or services specified in the registration.

Can A Trademark Be Assigned Or Transferred?

Yes, it’s possible to transfer or assign a trademark in India.

Can I File A Trademark Application For The Multiple Classes Of The Goods Or Services?

Yes, you have the option to submit a Trademark application for multiple classes of goods or services, though separate fees are required for each class.

Can I Use The Symbol ® With My Trademark Even If It Is Not Registered?

The symbol (R) is exclusively reserved for Trademarks that have been officially registered with the Indian Trademark Registry, meaning it cannot be used with unregistered marks.

A Trademark serves as a means to differentiate the products or services of one entity from those of others, whereas a copyright safeguards original creations such as literary, artistic, or musical works, providing legal protection for their creators.

Can I Transfer The Ownership Of My Registered Trademark To Someone Else?

Yes, the ownership of a registered Trademark can be conveyed through a formal agreement known as a Trademark assignment.

What Are The Grounds For Refusal Of Trademark Registration?

Reasons for the rejection of Trademark registration include the mark’s resemblance being similar or identical to the existing one. Its descriptive nature might mislead the public, which is against morality or law and can also create confusion among the public.

Starting as low as ₹5000/-