Brand name / logo
to be registered (logo image if applicable)
Trademark Registration
Quick Reference for Your Business
Brand Protection · Classes · Fees — everything you need to know about Trademark
Registration.
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Documents Required
ID & address proof
of the applicant
Business proof
Incorporation / Partnership Deed / Udyam / DPIIT (for concession)
Power of Attorney (TM-48)
if filing through an agent
Proof of prior use
Invoices / first-use date (optional, if claiming use)
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Key Facts & Fees
| Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Law / form | Trade Marks Act, 1999 · Form TM-A on ipindiaonline.gov.in |
| Classes | 45 classes (1–34 goods, 35–45 services) — fee is per class |
| Fee — individual / startup / MSME | ₹4,500 per class (e-filing) |
| Fee — company / LLP / others | ₹9,000 per class (e-filing) |
| Validity | 10 years — renewable indefinitely |
| Symbols | ™ after filing · ® only after registration |
Process: Search → file TM-A → examination → journal publication → 4-month opposition window → registration. Pick the right class(es): too few leaves your brand exposed, too many wastes fees. Startups (DPIIT) and MSMEs (Udyam) get the lower ₹4,500 slab — submit the certificate at filing.
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Why Register Your Trademark
Exclusive ownership
Legal right to use the mark and stop others from copying it.
Nationwide protection
Protection across India, not just where you operate.
A valuable asset
A registered mark can be licensed, franchised or sold.
Builds trust
The ® mark signals a protected, serious brand.
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