Trademark Process
Trademark Registration Process
1.Trademark Search
Conduct a search to check if the trademark is already in use or registered. (Use trademark databases www.ipindia.nic.in)
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If trademark exists → Stop (You cannot register it)
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If no similar trademark exists → Proceed to the next step
2.Prepare Your Application
Identify the goods/services that your trademark will cover.
Select the appropriate class from the Nice Classification.
Choose the type of trademark (word, logo, combination, etc.)
3.Submit Application
Submit the trademark application to the relevant intellectual property office
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Include necessary details: Name, logo, description of goods/services, class of registration, and payment of fees.
4.Examination by Trademark Office
Identify the goods/services that your trademark will cover.
Select the appropriate class from the Nice Classification.
Choose the type of trademark (word, logo, combination, etc.)
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If issues found (e.g., conflicting trademarks) → Respond to the office’s objections or file an amendment.
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If no issues found → Proceed to the next step
5.Publication of Trademark
If the application is accepted, the trademark is published in an official gazette or journal to allow for third-party objections.
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If no opposition is filed → Proceed to the next step
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If opposition is filed → Resolve the opposition (through negotiation, legal action, etc.)
6. Registration Certificate Issued
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If no opposition is filed (or resolved), the trademark is registered.
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A Certificate of Registration is issued to the applicant.
7. Maintain and Protect Trademark
Once registered, the trademark is protected under intellectual property law.
Monitor and enforce the trademark rights to prevent infringement by others.
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Trademark Renewal: Trademark registration typically needs to be renewed every 10 years. Ensure continued use of the trademark.
Trademark Renewal: Trademark registration typically needs to be renewed every 10 years. Ensure continued use of the trademark.
