Trademark Registration
Trademark Registration
Trademark registration legally protects your brand name, logo, or slogan
from unauthorized use. It gives you exclusive rights to use the mark and
builds trust and recognition in the market. The process involves filing
an application, examination, and publication before final registration.
It is valid for 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely. Startups and MSMEs
also enjoy reduced government fees.
Benefits
Benefits of Trademark Registration
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1
Legal Protection
Prevents unauthorized use of your brand.
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Exclusive Rights
You get sole ownership over the brand/logo.
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3
Brand Recognition
Builds trust and attracts customers.
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Valuable Asset
Can be licensed, franchised, or sold.
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5
Global Filing
Registered in India? You can use this as a base to file internationally.
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Right to Sue
You can take legal action against infringement.
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7
Use ® Symbol
After successful registration, you can use the ® mark legally.
Documents Required for Trademark Registration
For Individuals or Sole Proprietors:
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PAN Card & Aadhar Card
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Logo (if any, in JPEG format)
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Email ID & Mobile Number
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Signed Form TM-48 (Power of Attorney)
For Startups / Companies / LLPs:
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Incorporation Certificate (COI)
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PAN of the business
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Logo (optional but recommended)
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MSME/Startup Certificate (for 50% fee reduction)
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Director/Partner details
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Signed TM-48 (POA)
Eligibility Criteria for Trademark Registration in India
Any individual, startup, MSME, company, LLP, partnership firm, or NGO can apply.
The applicant must be the owner or authorized user of the trademark.
The trademark must be distinctive and not identical or similar to an existing mark.
It must not fall under prohibited or offensive categories (as per the Trademark Act).
For reduced fees, startups or MSMEs must provide a valid Udyam/MSME/Startup India certificate.