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Breif
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Trademark Registration is the Process where business differentiate their Brand
Name, Slogans, logo, unique sign, word, phrase, symbol or combination from
others. In this Business differentiate or hides their identity from others so
that another wont be able to stole their identities without permission or legal
authority.
Overview
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trademark Registration process can be done by Individual, Companies,
Partnership, LLPs, Startups and Proprietorship. There are various benefits from
the trademark registration process: Exclusive rightsto use the mark, Increases brand value and
credibility.
Process
Step 1 - Conduct a trademark search on the IP India database to ensure your desired mark is available.
Step 2 – File Form TM-A online on the IP India portal with details like name, address, logo/mark, and class of goods or services.
Step 3 – The Trademark Office examines the application, which may take a few weeks, and may raise objections or request clarifications.
Step 4 – Respond to any objections or notices raised by the Trademark Office to move the application forward.
Step 5 – If there are no objections or all objections are resolved, the trademark is officially registered, and the certificate is issued within approximately 4–5 months from filing.
Checklist
Details & Documents Required for Trademark Registration
1. Applicant Details
- Name and type of applicant (Individual, Pvt Ltd, LLP, Partnership, Startup)
- Address and contact details
- PAN Card or identity proof (for individuals)
2. Business Proof
- Incorporation Certificate (for Pvt Ltd)
- LLP Certificate (for LLPs)
- Partnership Deed (for Partnership Firms)
- Startup Recognition Certificate (for Startups)
3. Class of Goods/Services:
- Specify the category under which the trademark will be registered
4. Mark & Logo:
Trademark, logo, symbol, or any combination to be registered
Time Taken
Total Time: Approximately 4–5 months from the date of receipt of all documents (subject to Trademark Office processing)
- Trademark Search & Preparation: 1–2 days (can be done while preparing documents)
- Filing Application (Form TM-A) Online: 1 day
- Examination & Response to Objections (if any): 3–4 months
- Trademark Registration & Certificate Issuance: 1–2 weeks after approval
Deliverable
The following deliverables are included in the Biz Silver Plan. Deliverables for other packages may vary accordingly:
- Trademark Availability Report
- Filed Trademark Application (Form TM-A)
- Examination Support
- Trademark Registration Certificate
- Post-Registration Guidance
Why Choose Bizeneed?
Bizeneed provides fast, hassle-free, and professional trademark registration with complete brand protection, post-registration guidance, and clear communication at every step.
FAQs
Individuals, companies (Pvt Ltd, LLP), partnerships, or startups can apply for trademark registration in India.
The process usually takes 4–5 months, depending on examination and response to objections (if any).
Yes. The Trademark Office may raise objections if the mark is identical or similar to an existing trademark, or does not meet legal requirements.
No, a trademark gives exclusive rights to the owner; only one entity can register a specific mark in a particular class.
Yes, you can update certain details like address or owner name by filing a rectification or amendment with the Trademark Office.
Yes, unique colors, sounds, or shapes can be trademarked if they distinctly identify your brand.
Yes, you can file for cancellation if their trademark conflicts with yours and meets legal grounds.
A registered trademark gives legal protection nationwide, while an unregistered mark has limited rights only where it’s used.
Yes, a trademark can be sold or assigned to another person or company through a legal transfer.
Yes, you can register the same brand in multiple classes to protect different products or services.