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Trademark Registration Online - Process, Documents, Benefits, Cost

Updated on December 31, 2022 04:39:28 PM

Trademark registration distinguishes your brand from competitors and help in identifying your product & services as source. Trademark could be a Name, Slogan, Logo or Number which a company uses on its business name, Product or services.

Registering a trademark could be a time taking process as brand registration could take minimum 6 months to 24 months of time depending upon the result of the Examination Report, that’ why Professional Utilities provides Brand Name Search Report to get a fair idea about turnaround time for registration.

Once a Trademark application is processed with the government department, applicants can start using the TM symbol on their mark & ® when the registration certificate has been issued. The registration of the trademark is valid for ten years & can be renewed after ten years.

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Types of Trademark Symbols

  • TM (™) : TM symbol signifies that the trademark or device mark has been applied with the concerned authorities and is yet to be registered.
  • R (Ⓡ) : R symbol denotes that the applied trademark or device mark is registered from the concerned authority.
  • SM (℠) : Service Mark symbol signifies that the service or device mark has been applied with the concerned authorities and is yet to be registered.

Trademark Registration Fees

  • The Trademark registration cost for individuals, sole proprietors, MSMEs, and startups is only ₹4500.

    Fee TypeRegistration cost for IndividualRegistration cost for Company
    Trademark Government Fee₹ 4,500 per class₹ 9,000 per class
    Trademark Taxvilla Fee₹ 999₹ 1,999
    Total Fees₹ 5,499₹ 10,999

Types of trademark registration fees

  • Government fee:

    Trademark registration involves various fee that differ based on factors such as jurisdiction, type of application, and others. Among the commonly incurred cost is the government fee. For instance, the government fee for online trademark applications by individuals or proprietorships amount to ₹4,500/-. For companies, the fee for online application is ₹9,000/-.

    Attorney Fee or Professional fee

    When seeking assistance for trademark registration, attorney cost may differ significantly based on various factors like application complexity, jurisdiction, attorney expertise and experience, and time commitment. It is advisable to seek an attorney’s help during the registration process to ensure compliance with laws and regulations. For trademark application, attorney cost is typically around ₹1,000/-.

    Renewal cost

    A trademark registration remains valid for 10 years starting from the application filing date. To continue using the trademark, it must be renewed every 10 years by paying the renewal fee. In India, the renewal fee for physical filing of the application is ₹10,000/-, while it is ₹9,000/- for e-filing. Failure to pay the renewal fee within the specified time can result in the trademark registration being removed from the trademark register. Thus, timely payment of the renewal fee is crucial for maintaining the validity of the trademark registration.

    To effectively manage trademark registration fees, it is important to comprehend the varied fees associated with the process, which can differ based on factors like the jurisdiction, type of application, and others. Some key tips to manage these fees efficiently include conducting comprehensive searches, collaborating with a reliable attorney, considering the type of application, adhering to renewal deadlines, and avoiding unwarranted fees. Employing these strategies can help businesses safeguard their brand identity and deter competitors from infringing on their trademark.

Documents Required for Trademark Registration

For Trademark registration, the following documents are required:

Logo or brand name
Signed power of attorney
Copy of GST and MSME certificate (optional)
Registration certificate of the Entity (optional)
Affidavit with supporting documents (only for prior usage)
For Proprietorship Firm
Logo (if any)
Aadhar card of Proprietor
Signed Power of Attorney (for Appointment of Attorney to file Trademark)
Signed User Affidavit (Only for Prior usage of marks)
For Private Limited, LLP & other small entities
Logo (if any)
Company Master Data of Entry
Signed Power of Attorney (For Appointment of Attorney to apply on the applicant’s behalf)
Signed User Affidavit (Only for Prior usage for marks)
MSME Registration certificate
Board Resolution for Appointments of Authorised Signatory
For Society & Trust
Logo (if any)
Registration certificate
Signed Power of Attorney (For Appointment of Attorney to apply on applicant’s behalf)
Signed User Affidavit (Only for Prior usage for marks)
For Joint Applicant
Logo (if any)
Copy of Aadhar Card of both the applicants
Signed Power of Attorney (For Appointment of Attorney to apply on the applicant’s behalf)
Signed User Affidavit (Only for Prior usage for marks)

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