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Trademark Registration Cost in India – Fees, Process and Documents

Updated on July 30, 2025 04:53:44 PM

Trademark Registration is a procedure for getting legal protection for the brand. A Trademark is a symbol that provides an identity to a brand or a particular company. It could be any word, pattern, design, colour, name or mark.

The registration of trademarks is essential for a business. It provides a lot of benefits to the business and assists in letting it stand out in the marketplace. A registered trademark provides legal protection as well as aids in preventing brand piracy.

Trademark Registration is a long process and it has different stages and their cost also differs according to the process steps or stage. Trademark Registration can apply offline and online as well. Government fees for Trademark Registration vary depending on whether you register online or offline.

Table of Content

Online Trademark Registration Fees
Trademark Registration Process
Document required for trademark registration
Strategies to Avoid Rejection Chances
Conclusion
Why Choose Litem Legalis?
Frequently Asked Questions

Online Trademark Registration Fees

The complete Online Trademark Registration charges are given below:

Steps	Online Government fees
Trademark Application fees for individuals	₹ 4500/-
Trademark Application fees for company/LLP/Startup/NGO	₹ 4500/- *
Trademark Renewal fees	₹ 9000/-
Fees for Reply to Trademark Examination Report	Nil
Form Trademark-M	₹ 900/-
Show Cause Hearing	Nil
Notice of Opposition/ Counter Statement	₹ 2700/-
Evidence Rule 45/46	Nil
Opposition Hearing	Nil

*Each additional class incurs additional charges. MSME-registered businesses are eligible for a government fee rebate of ₹4,500 (from ₹9,000).

Note: The basic government online charge of Trademark registration for only one class is 4500/-(for individuals). If the applicant wants to register their trademark in multiple classes so, the cost will be increased according to the number of classes.

Process of Trademark Registration

Trademark Registration is a long and time taking procedure. The registration process has to be divided into various stages. The complete procedure for Trademark Registration in India is given below:

Trademark Search: Before applying for Trademark registration the applicant goes for the ™ search. It helps to determine the trademark availability and prevent infringement.
Trademark Application Filing: Filing Trademark Application is the first step toward registration. This process takes 24 hrs, from this moment the applicant can start using the ™ symbol in front of their logo or brand name. This symbol (™) determines that the Brand is in the process of registration.
Examination of Application: Just After filing the application for registration, the application goes for Examination by the Government department. At this stage, the registrar inspects the trademark’s similarities to other registered trademarks.
Advertisement in Journal: When Registrar accepts the application then the application advertises in Journal. At this point, if any third party has any kind of issue related to the Trademark similarities, they can oppose the application within four months of advertising.
Opposition Process: When any Opposition/ third party opposes the application, Trademark Registry marks the application as opposed. Here, the applicant has to give the necessary counterstatement and supporting evidence to defend the opposition.
Registration: If the application has not faced opposition or the opposition period has been successful, the Trademark is fully registered. From this point, the applicant starts using the symbol ® in front of their mark or brand name. This symbol ( ® ) determines that the brand is registered.

This whole process may take 6 months to 24 months from Trademark application to Register a Trademark. It might be increased or decreased according to the complexity of the Trademark application.

Documents Required for Trademark Registration

Required documents are given below that required for the Trademark Registration:

LOGO (if any)
Nature of Goods & Service
Email ID & Mobile No.
Aadhar Card (for individual applicants)
GST (if applicable)
Signed Power of Attorney (if the applicant hires any professional)
Signed User Affidavit (for prior use)
MSME Certificate ( for small enterprises)
Start-up Certificate (for start-ups)

Note - Proof of Use - Submit supporting documents (such as Domain bill, Invoice containing Mark, images of the product with Mark, etc) with the New and Old dates, which can work as proof of use of the Mark by the applicant or its predecessors from the date of use mentioned in the application.

Strategies to Avoid Chances of Rejection

The applicant should be aware of a few things during Trademark Registration that may increase the chances of the Trademark being registered. There are a few common things to keep in mind, like:

Conduct a Trademark search to help determine whether a trademark is available
Avoid choosing an existing similar trademark.
Select the appropriate classes.
Timely renew the trademark.
Using a generic or descriptive trademark.
Give complete and accurate information.
Fill applications with the assistance of professionals.

"Litem Legalis" offers professional assistance for Trademark Registration in India.

Conclusion

Trademark Registration is a time taking procedure. The cost of Trademark registration is also different according to the steps given above. However, the applicant should be clear about all the stages and their cost, by which they can decrease the chance of rejection. The applicant also saves time and money by conducting the Trademark search. With the assistance of a professional, the applicant can also increase the chance of being selected or registered.

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Why Choose Litem Legalis?

"Litem Legalis" offers the best platform for Trademark Registration with the most affordable professional fees, all while receiving professional and knowledgeable guidance. We are dedicated to giving our clients the best customer service experience by keeping them informed at every stage of their Trademark Registration. We have years of experience with Trademark registration, which can help you register a Trademark with a low rejection chance.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are the Hearing fees for Trademark registration?

There are no hearing fees for Trademark registration from the government side. If the applicant applies the application by any professional, their charges will be different from the government.

Who is eligible for the trademark in India?

In India, anyone who wishes to serve the goods or service is eligible for Trademark Registration. It can be an individual, partnership firm, trust, NGO, etc.

What are the Fees for the Reply to Trademark Examination Report?

The government is not charging any type of cost for the Reply to Trademark Examination Report.

What is the Cost of Trademark Registration in India?

In India, the basic Trademark Registration fee is 4500/- for an individual, and for a company/trust/partnership firm the cost is 9000/- only.

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