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Trademark registration online in India means filing your brand name, logo or tagline with the Trade Marks Registry through the e-filing system, under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. A registered trademark gives you exclusive rights over the mark for your goods or services, the right to use the ® symbol, and the power to act against copycats.
Last updated: October 2026. Fees and timelines can change, so we confirm the current position before filing.
A trademark is a word, name, logo, slogan, shape or combination that tells customers whose goods or services they are buying. Online trademark registration lets you file the application electronically with the Trade Marks Registry, without visiting a Registry office. The application is examined, published in the Trade Marks Journal and, if there is no objection or opposition, registered under the Trade Marks Act, 1999.
Registration gives you the exclusive right to use the mark, the right to use the ® symbol, and the power to take legal action against copycats. It is also a business asset: it can be licensed, sold or used to build a franchise. A registered trademark stays valid for 10 years from the date of application and can be renewed every 10 years.
Filing online is faster to start, easier to track and works from anywhere in India. You receive a filing receipt on the day of filing and can begin using ™ straight away. For official forms, fee schedules and the Trade Marks Journal, you can visit the Intellectual Property India website at ipindia.gov.in, the official portal of the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks, Government of India.
Important limits and timelines every brand owner should know.
Each type of trademark protects something different. Many brands file more than one.
Protects the words or letters of your brand, whatever the font or style.
Protects the visual design of your logo as filed.
Name and logo registered together as one mark.
Protects the catchphrase that goes with your brand.
For distinctive product shapes and packaging.
For associations and bodies that certify goods or services.
Not sure whether to file the name, the logo or both? Our experts will recommend the right mix after a free trademark search.
Why brands, startups and MSMEs choose to register their trademark online.
Only you can use the registered mark for your goods or services.
Show customers that your brand is officially registered.
Take action against copycats and confusingly similar marks.
Your brand gains value you can show to investors and buyers.
Earn from your brand by licensing it or building a franchise.
A registered brand looks established and builds recall.
An Indian application can support international protection later.
Every mark is filed under one or more of 45 classes. Hover over (or tap) a class number to see what it covers. Government fees apply per class, so choosing the right ones keeps your cost down.
Indicative summary of the Nice classification used by the Indian Trade Marks Registry. Our expert confirms the exact classes for your goods or services before filing.
From trademark search to registration certificate, here is how online trademark registration works.
Timelines depend on Registry workload and whether objections or oppositions arise. Not to scale.
We search the Registry for identical or similar marks in your class before you spend on filing.
Wordmark, logo or both – and we map your goods and services to the right classes.
Application and Power of Attorney are filed online. You get a filing receipt and can use ™.
The Registry examines the mark. If it raises objections, we draft the reply within the time allowed.
If the examiner is not satisfied, we represent you at the hearing.
The mark is published in the Trade Marks Journal. If it is not opposed within 4 months, the certificate is issued.
Keep these ready to avoid delays. Our expert will confirm the exact list for your case.
The total cost of online trademark registration depends on the number of classes, who the applicant is (the government fee differs) and the level of support you choose. It generally has three parts:
₹4,500 per class for individuals, startups and small enterprises; ₹9,000 per class for other applicants. Please confirm the current schedule before filing.
From ₹999 for registration and documentation, or ₹2,999 with objection reply and hearing included – see the packages below.
Extra classes, opposition defence and renewal are charged separately. Call free for a custom quote.
We share a clear, itemised quote before you begin – no hidden charges. Get your free quote →
Simple pricing: pick registration and documentation only, or get objection reply and hearing included. Not sure? Call free for a custom quote.
Only registration and documentation – ideal if you just want your mark filed correctly.
Complete support – registration, documentation, objection reply and hearing, all included.
Multiple classes, logo plus wordmark, opposition defence or renewal? Tell us what you need.
₹999 and ₹2,999 are our professional fee for one class; additional classes are charged extra. Government fee is separate: ₹4,500 per class for individuals, startups and small enterprises, and ₹9,000 per class for other applicants. Opposition defence, renewal and other needs are quoted after a free call. Not sure which package fits? Ask for a free class check.
If customers know you by a name or a logo, it is worth protecting.
Secure your brand name early, before you spend on branding, a website and marketing.
Protect your product names and logos, and stop others from selling under a look-alike brand.
Marketplace brand programmes usually ask for a trademark application or registration.
Protect your outlet name and packaging across cities as you grow or franchise.
Consultants, coaches, clinics and studios can protect the name clients trust.
Cover your app name and platform under the right software and service classes.
An indicative view – longer bar means more. Your actual position depends on your facts.
A quick view of how a trademark differs from other kinds of protection. Ask us which one fits your brand or product.
| Right | Protects | Law | Validity | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trademark | Brand name, logo, tagline | Trade Marks Act, 1999 | 10 years, renewable | Optional, strongly recommended |
| Copyright | Original creative works | Copyright Act, 1957 | Author's life plus 60 years (generally) | Optional, helps as proof |
| Patent | New inventions | Patents Act, 1970 | 20 years | Mandatory |
| Design | Look and shape of a product | Designs Act, 2000 | 10 years, extendable | Mandatory |
| Company name | Name of the company only | Companies Act, 2013 | While the company exists | Does not give trademark rights |
A good trademark search and the right class choice before online filing prevent most objections.
Registration is only the start. Here is how to keep your registered trademark strong.
Use the ® symbol next to your registered mark.
Watch the Journal for similar marks and act on infringement early.
License your mark to franchisees or assign it through a written agreement.
File renewal before expiry; a grace period with an extra fee is available.
We also offer trademark renewal, watch alerts and legal notices for infringement so your brand stays protected.
Prefer local support? See our pages for trademark registration in Dwarka and Jaipur.
Quick answers on online trademark registration in India.
Trademark registration online means filing your brand name, logo or tagline with the Trade Marks Registry through the e-filing system under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. Once registered, you get exclusive rights over the mark for your goods or services and can use the ® symbol.
Search the mark, choose the class, file Form TM-A online with a Power of Attorney, reply to any examination report, and wait for Journal publication. If nobody opposes within 4 months, the registration certificate is issued. Legal Startup handles each step for you.
The government fee is ₹4,500 per class for individuals, startups and small enterprises and ₹9,000 per class for other applicants. Our professional fee starts at ₹999 for registration and documentation, and ₹2,999 if you also want objection reply and hearing support. The fee is per class and the government fee is extra.
The ₹999 package covers trademark registration and documentation: availability check, class selection, Power of Attorney, TM-A application drafting and online filing, and your filing receipt. Objection reply and hearing are included in the ₹2,999 package.
Everything in the ₹999 package plus objection reply drafting, hearing representation if the Registry calls one, a dedicated IP expert, Journal monitoring and follow-up until the registration certificate. Opposition defence is quoted separately.
As an indicative range, 12 to 24 months if there is no opposition, depending on Registry workload. You get a filing receipt on the day of filing and can use ™ immediately. Objections, hearings or oppositions add time.
Applicant ID and address details, a signed Power of Attorney (TM-48), the brand name or a clear logo file, the description of goods or services, and proof of use if you claim prior use. Startup or MSME proof is needed for the lower government fee.
You can use ™ as soon as you adopt the mark or file the application. The ® symbol is only for marks that are actually registered; using it earlier can create legal problems.
A trademark is valid for 10 years from the date of application and can be renewed every 10 years. Renewal is filed online before expiry, and a grace period with an additional fee is available after expiry.
Trademarks are filed under 45 classes: 1 to 34 for goods and 35 to 45 for services. You need one class for each category of goods or services you want to protect, and the government fee is charged per class.
The wordmark protects the name in any font or style, while the logo mark protects its design. Many brands file both, as separate applications, for stronger protection. We recommend the right mix after a free search.
After filing, the Registry examines the mark and may raise objections, for example if it is descriptive or similar to an earlier mark. A written reply must be filed within the time allowed, usually 30 days, and a hearing may follow.
After the mark is published in the Trade Marks Journal, any person can oppose it within 4 months. If that happens, both sides file their statements and evidence, and the Registry decides. We guide you through the defence.
Use your application number on the Registry's public trademark status tool to see the current stage. As a Legal Startup client you also get stage-by-stage updates on WhatsApp and email.
No. Registering a company name or a domain name does not give trademark rights. A separate trademark application is needed to protect your brand across India.
Yes. You can file for a mark that is proposed to be used. If you already use it, you can claim the date of first use and support it with invoices or advertisements.
No. Trademark rights are territorial, so an Indian registration protects your brand in India only. You need separate filings, or an international route, for other countries.
Trademark registration online starts at ₹999. Speak to our IP expert today – the call and the quote are free.
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