Trademark Registration
Secure your brand identity and protect your intellectual property with a trademark registration.
What is Trademark Registration?
A Trademark is a unique symbol, word, name, phrase, logo, or a combination that identifies and differentiates the products or services of a business from others in the marketplace. Trademark Registration grants exclusive ownership rights to use the mark and provides legal protection against unauthorized use or imitation.
Registering a trademark not only protects your brand but also enhances your business’s credibility and value. It ensures that your intellectual property remains secure and gives your business a distinct identity in a competitive market.
Why Trademark Registration is Important?
- Exclusive Rights: Gain sole ownership of your brand name/logo across India, helping you establish a unique brand identity.
- Legal Protection: Provides legal backing in case of infringement or unauthorized use by competitors or third parties.
- Business Expansion: A registered trademark builds trust among customers, investors, and stakeholders, encouraging business growth and franchise opportunities.
- Asset Creation: Your trademark becomes an intangible asset that can be sold, transferred, licensed, or franchised, adding monetary value to your business.
- Enhanced Brand Recognition: A registered trademark improves your visibility and trust factor among consumers, setting your business apart in the marketplace.
- Foundation for Global Trademark: A registered trademark in India can be used to apply for international protection under the Madrid Protocol.
- Right to Use ® Symbol: Once registered, you are legally allowed to use the ® symbol, warning others against its unauthorized usage.
Documents Required for Trademark Registration
To initiate the trademark registration process, the following documents are needed:
- For Individuals & Sole Proprietors:
- Identity proof (PAN, Aadhaar, Passport, etc.)
- Address proof
- Logo or wordmark in JPEG format (if applicable)
- Signed Form TM-48 (Power of Attorney)
- For Partnership/LLP/Company:
- Certificate of Incorporation or Partnership Deed
- Company PAN Card
- Address proof of business
- Logo in JPEG format
- Signed TM-48 (Power of Attorney)
- Board Resolution (if applicable)
Trademark Registration Process
- Trademark Search: Check for existing trademarks to ensure uniqueness and avoid potential conflicts.
- Select the Class: Choose the correct trademark class from 45 categories based on your business activity.
- Application Filing (Form TM-A): Submit the application with the required documents and government fees.
- Examination by Trademark Office: The Registrar reviews the application and may raise objections if there are any issues.
- Publication in Trademark Journal: If no objection or opposition is raised, the mark is published in the journal for public viewing.
- Trademark Registration Certificate: If no oppositions arise, the Registrar issues the certificate of registration. The trademark is valid for 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely.