What's included
- Trademark search
- Class selection
- Objection handling
Who needs it
- New businesses and startups choosing a brand name
- Online sellers who need brand registry on marketplaces
- Owners of logos, taglines and product names
- Anyone who has received a trademark objection or opposition
Documents required
- Brand name and logo, if any
- Applicant's name, address and type of entity
- Date from which the mark has been used, with proof
- MSME or startup certificate, for the reduced government fee
How it works
- SearchCheck the registry for identical or similar marks.
- ClassifySelect the classes for your goods or services.
- FileSubmit the application; you can use ™ from now on.
- ProsecuteReply to examination objections, handle any opposition and obtain registration.
Timeline: Filing in 1–2 days; registration typically takes several months to two years, depending on objections.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a trademark valid?
Ten years from the application date, renewable every ten years indefinitely.
When can I use the ® symbol?
Only after the trademark is registered. While the application is pending, you can use ™.
What if my application gets an objection?
The registry issues an examination report. A reply must be filed within the time given, usually 30 days, and a hearing may follow. Many objections are resolved by a well-argued reply.