Trademark Registration, Trademark Registration at INR 1999

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Trademark Registration, Trademark Registration at INR 1999

    How Does It Work ?

    Trademark Registration, Trademark Registration at INR 1999

    What is a Trademark ?

    Trademark registration in India is governed by the Trade Marks Act, 1999 and the Trade Marks Rules, 2017. The process of registering a trademark in India involves filing an application with the Indian Trade Marks Registry, which will then conduct a search to ensure that the mark is not similar or identical to any existing trademarks. If the mark is accepted, it will be published in the Trade Marks Journal for opposition. If there are no oppositions, or if the opposition is unsuccessful, the trademark will be registered. Once registered, a trademark is valid for ten years and can be renewed indefinitely for periods of ten years each.The trademark should be distinctive and should not be similar or identical to any existing trademarks. It should not be offensive or contrary to public policy. It should also not be misleading or generic.It should be noted that the process of registering 3D, smell, taste and ascription as a trademark is a bit complex and it’s recommended to seek expert help.You can register a trademark for goods and services in India, which includes a wide range of products and services in various categories as per the international classification of goods and services.

    What Happens After Trademark Application?

    Trademark Registration, Trademark Registration at INR 1999

    Examination of the application:

    The Trade Marks Registry will conduct an examination of the application to ensure that it meets all the required criteria. If the application is accepted, it will be published in the Trade Marks Journal for opposition.

    Oppositions & Objections

    If there are no oppositions, or if the opposition is unsuccessful, the trademark will be registered.

    Grant Of Registration

    Once the application has been examined and accepted, the trademark registration certificate will be granted.Trademark registration in India is valid for ten years and it can be renewed indefinitely for periods of ten years each

    Frequently asked Questions

    You can start using the TM symbol once you have successfully filed your Trademark application.

    The TM symbol can be used as soon as you file for trademark registration, while the use of the ® or © symbols is only permissible once the trademark application is approved.

    The © symbol is typically used to indicate copyright protection on literary and artistic works, while the ® symbol is used to indicate that a brand name, slogan, or other type of trademark is registered with the appropriate government agency

    Yes, you can register the trademark as your companies or firms property, though the government fees will differ.

    Trademark registration in India is valid for ten years and it can be renewed indefinitely for periods of ten years each.

    It is important to note that the trademark application will take a few days to complete but the process of registering a trademark can take several months to complete, and it’s recommended to seek expert help if you have doubts or questions.