Find out whether your brand name or logo is available before you file. A dedicated IP expert searches the Trade Marks Registry for identical, similar-sounding and look-alike marks, checks the market for unregistered use, and gives you a clear report with a registrability opinion.
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A trademark search in India checks whether your brand name or logo is identical or confusingly similar to a mark that is already registered, pending or in use for related goods or services. It is done before filing a trademark application, so you can avoid objection from the Trade Marks Registry, opposition from another owner, or a later infringement dispute.
Last updated: October 2026. Fees, forms and time limits can change, so we confirm the current position before filing.
A trademark is a name, logo, slogan or other sign that identifies the source of goods or services. Before an application is accepted, the Registry compares it with earlier marks. A mark can be refused if it is identical or similar to an earlier mark and used for identical or similar goods or services, if it is not distinctive, or if it is merely descriptive of what is sold.
A trademark search lets you run that comparison yourself before the Registry does. It covers the exact name and also variations: different spellings, similar sound, translations, added words and, for logos, similar visual elements. Because trademarks are filed by class, the search also looks at the class you plan to use and the classes closely related to it.
The Registry is not the only place to look. A business that has been using a name for years may have rights even without registration, and can object to a later mark. A complete search therefore adds a check of the market, domain names, social media handles and online marketplaces to the Registry search.
For the public register, classification guidance and forms, 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. If your name is clear and you are ready to file, see our trademark registration online service.
Important facts that shape how a trademark search is done.
A full search combines several checks. The right mix depends on your mark and your budget.
Finds marks that are identical to your brand name.
Finds marks that sound or read alike, even with different spelling.
Compares your logo with existing device marks.
Checks the class you need and the classes close to it.
Finds all marks held by a company, competitor or individual.
Finds brands in use that are not registered.
Not sure which search you need? Send us your brand name and what you sell, and our experts will recommend the right one, free of charge.
Why founders and businesses search before they file.
See conflicting marks and how serious they are before you spend on filing.
Avoid names that are likely to attract an objection from the Registry.
Reduce the chance of an opposition or an infringement claim later.
Change a risky name early, before logos, packaging and domains are built around it.
Choose the classes that match your goods and services, and avoid wasted ones.
Get findings and a recommendation you can share with partners and investors.
Share your brand details from anywhere in India and receive the report digitally.
From brand briefing to search report, here is how our trademark search works.
Timelines depend on the number of names, logos and classes. Not to scale.
We understand the name, the goods or services, where you sell and whether the brand is already in use.
We list spelling and sound variants, translations, the right classes and neighbouring classes, and Vienna codes for a logo.
We search the Trade Marks Registry by wordmark, phonetic match and class, and check the status of each close result.
We look for unregistered use, including businesses, domain names, social media handles and marketplace listings.
Close marks are compared by sound, appearance, meaning and goods, and the overall risk is explained in plain language.
You get a written report and our recommendation: file, adjust the mark, change the class or choose another name.
The clearer the brief, the better the search. Our expert will confirm what is needed for your case.
Searching the public trademark database on the Intellectual Property India website is free. The cost of a professional search depends on how much checking is needed to reach a reliable answer. It generally depends on three things:
Each additional name or logo needs its own set of variants and its own comparison.
Searching more classes, and the classes close to them, takes more time and analysis.
A quick wordmark check costs less than a registry and market search with a full written opinion.
No government fee is payable for a search itself. If you later file an application, the government fee is charged per class and depends on the applicant category, and we confirm it before filing. We share a clear, itemised quote before you begin – no hidden charges. Get your free quote →
Choose the search that matches your brand, or call free for a custom quote.
You have a name in mind and want a fast first check.
You are about to file and want the fullest picture of the risk.
Several names, several classes, a logo or an owner-wise search.
Our professional fee is quoted after a free call, based on names, logos and classes. No government fee is payable for a search itself. Not sure which option fits? Ask for a free brand check.
If you are about to commit money to a brand name or logo, check it first.
Pick a name that you can actually register and own before you launch.
Find out whether someone else has filed a similar mark since you started.
Marketplace brand programmes usually need a registered, non-conflicting mark.
Check new product names and logos before printing packaging and ads.
Make sure the mark is clear to license in every state you plan to enter.
Review the marks a target company owns and the conflicts around them.
A quick view of how a self-search, a quick search and a comprehensive search differ. Ask us which one fits your brand.
| Route | Best for | What it covers | Cost | Depth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Self-search on the public portal | A quick first look | Registry data, exact and basic matches | Free to use | Basic, no legal analysis |
| Quick wordmark search | One name, early stage | Exact and similar-sounding marks in relevant classes | Custom quote | Short summary |
| Comprehensive search with opinion | Before filing or launch | Registry, logo, common-law and online use | Custom quote | Written risk opinion |
| Filing without a search | Not recommended | Nothing checked in advance | Filing fee only | Higher risk of objection or opposition |
A well-planned search catches most problems before they become expensive.
The report is the start of a decision. Here is how it is usually used.
Go through the close marks and the risk assessment with an IP expert.
File promptly in the right classes, because rights in a registered mark depend on the filing and registration.
Modify the name or logo, pick different classes, or seek consent from the owner of the close mark.
You can use ™ while the application is pending. Use ® only once the mark is registered, and watch the Journal for similar marks.
Related services: trademark registration online, trademark hearing online for objections and oppositions, trademark renewal online and IP dispute support if someone copies your brand. For local support, see our pages for trademark registration in Dwarka and Jaipur.
Quick answers on trademark search in India.
A trademark search checks whether the same or a confusingly similar mark is already registered, applied for or in use for related goods or services. It is done before filing a trademark application to understand the risk of objection, opposition or a later dispute.
Use the public trademark search on the Intellectual Property India website. You can search by wordmark, phonetic match, device mark, proprietor name or application number, and filter by class. A thorough search also checks similar spellings, translations and the market, not just the exact name.
Searching the public database on the Intellectual Property India website is free. A professional trademark search with analysis and a written opinion is a paid service, and we quote it after a free call based on the number of names, logos and classes.
A search shows whether your name or logo is likely to face an objection from the Registry or an opposition from another owner. It helps you change a risky name early, before you spend on branding, packaging and filing fees.
The main types are an exact wordmark search, a phonetic or similar-sounding search, a logo or device search using Vienna codes, a class and goods or services search, a proprietor search, and a common-law search of unregistered use in the market and online.
A common-law search looks for brands that are in use but not registered, such as businesses, domain names, social media handles and marketplace listings. In India, a prior user can object to a later mark even without registration, so the Registry search alone is not enough.
No. A search reduces risk, but the Registry examines each application independently, and another owner may oppose it. Applications filed recently may not yet appear in the database. We give an opinion on risk and do not promise any outcome.
Trademarks are registered by class under the Nice classification, which has 45 classes covering goods and services. A similar mark in a different class may be acceptable, but marks in related classes can still conflict, so we search the relevant and neighbouring classes.
Yes. Logos are searched on the Registry using Vienna classification codes, which describe the visual elements of a device mark. We also compare the logo with similar marks by look, shape and overall impression, and not by the name alone.
Do not file in a hurry. The options include changing or adding to your mark, choosing a different class, seeking consent or a coexistence agreement from the owner, or proceeding with a clear understanding of the risk. We review the similarity and goods before advising.
The time depends on the number of names, logos and classes. Share the brand name and spelling variants, the logo file, the goods or services, the classes if known, whether the brand is already in use and since when. We confirm the timeline when we agree the scope.
Yes. Conflicting marks are published in the Trade Marks Journal, and opposition must be filed within a limited time after publication. Regular watching of the Journal helps you act in time against marks that are too close to yours.
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