Trademark Registration
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A registered trademark gives you exclusive legal rights over your brand name, logo or tagline and stops others from using something confusingly similar. It is one of the most valuable assets a growing business can protect. CASYST handles your search, filing and follow-up through to registration.
What is Trademark Registration?
A trademark is a name, logo, symbol, tagline or combination that distinguishes your goods or services from others. In India, trademarks are registered with the Trade Marks Registry under the Trade Marks Act, 1999, in one or more of the 45 classes of goods and services.
You can use the TM symbol once you apply. Once the mark is registered you can use the registered symbol and take legal action against infringement. Registration is valid for 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely.
Who needs Trademark Registration?
- New businesses choosing a brand name or logo
- Startups and e-commerce sellers building a brand
- Companies expanding into new products or markets
- Anyone whose brand is being copied or imitated
Benefits of Trademark Registration
Exclusive rights
Only you can use the registered mark for your goods or services in the registered class.
Legal protection
Take action against infringement and counterfeiters.
Brand value
A registered mark is a saleable, licensable business asset.
Customer trust
Builds recognition and confidence in your brand.
Long-term validity
Protected for 10 years, and renewable.
Eligibility
- Any individual, business, company, LLP or trust
- The mark must be distinctive and capable of identifying your goods or services
- It must not be too similar to an existing mark
- Applications are filed in the class that matches your goods or services
Documents required
- Applicant's PAN and identity and address proof
- Logo or brand name to be registered in clear format
- Business or company registration documents
- Class of goods or services and description
- Power of attorney signed by the applicant
- Udyam or Startup India certificate for fee concession, if applicable
Trademark Registration process
- 1Step 1
Trademark search
We check the register for similar marks before you file.
- 2Step 2
Choose the class
We identify the right class or classes for your goods and services.
- 3Step 3
File the application
We file the application with the Trade Marks Registry and you can begin using the TM symbol.
- 4Step 4
Examination
The Registry examines the application and may raise an objection.
- 5Step 5
Publication and opposition
The mark is published in the Trade Marks Journal for a fixed opposition period.
- 6Step 6
Registration
If there is no opposition, the registration certificate is issued.
After you file
- Use the TM symbol from the date of application
- Respond to any examination objection within the time limit
- Watch for oppositions during the publication period
- Use the registered symbol after registration
- Renew the mark every ten years
Types of trademarks
Word mark
A name or word protected in any style.
Logo or device mark
A symbol, image or design.
Tagline
A slogan that identifies your brand.
Sound and shape marks
Distinctive sounds or product shapes.
Colour marks
A distinctive colour combination.
Trademark vs copyright vs patent
| Right | Protects | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Trademark | Brand identifiers | Name, logo, tagline |
| Copyright | Original creative works | Books, music, software |
| Patent | New inventions | A new process or product |
How long does trademark registration take?
Registration typically takes a year or more from filing, depending on examination, objections and any opposition. You can start using the TM symbol as soon as you file.
Related services
Trademark Registration cost
Our Trademark Registration package starts from ₹6,499. Government fees, stamp duty and other statutory charges are separate and depend on your state and the exact filing involved. We give you a clear, itemised quote before we start, with no hidden charges.
Get a QuoteTrademark Registration checklist
- Trademark search
- Choose the class
- File the application
- Examination
- Publication and opposition
- Registration
Frequently asked questions
It can take about a year or more, depending on examination and whether there are objections or oppositions.
From the time you file the application.
We prepare and file a reply, and support you at any hearing.
Yes. Each is a separate mark and can be filed separately.
Ten years, renewable for further ten-year periods.
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