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Updated on July 09, 2025 04:03:46 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.

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

Table of Content

Online TM Registration Fees
Offline TM Registration Fees
TM Registration Process
Required Document for TM Registration
Strategies to Avoid Rejection Chances
Conclusion
Why Choose Litem Legalis?
Frequently Asked Questions

Online TM Registration Fees

The complete Online TM Registration charges are given below:

Steps	Online Government fees
TM Registration fees for individuals	₹4,500/-
TM Registration fees for Company	₹9,000/-
TM Amendment fees	₹900/-
Trademark Renewal fees	₹9,000/-
Trademark Restoration fees	₹9,000/-
TM Belated Renewal fees	₹9,000 +3,000/-
TM Rectification fees	₹900/-
Trademark Opposition process fees	₹2,700/-
Hearing fees of TM registration	Nil
Fees for Reply to TM Examination Report	Nil

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.

Offline Trademark Registration Fees

Here are the complete offline TM Registration government fees:

Steps	Offline Government fees
TM Registration fees for individuals	₹5,000/-
TM Registration fees for company	₹10,000/-
TM Amendment fees	₹1,000/-
Trademark Renewal fees	₹10,000/-
Trademark Restoration fees	₹10,000/-
TM Belated Renewal fees	₹10,000 + 3,000/-
TM Rectification fees	₹1,000/-
Trademark Opposition process fees	₹3,000/-
Hearing fees of TM registration	Nil
Fees for Reply to TM Examination Report	Nil

Note- If the applicant files the application with the assistance of a professional, their charges will be excluded from the government charges.

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 TM Registration in India is given below:

TM Search: Before applying for TM registration the applicant goes for the ™ search. It helps to determine the trademark availability and prevent infringement.
TM Application Filing: Filing TM 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 Journa: 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, TM 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 TM application to Register a Trademark. It might be increased or decreased according to the complexity of the Trademark application.

Filing a Notice of Opposition

The first formal step in the trademark opposition process is submitting a Notice of Opposition. This must be filed within four months of the publication of the trademark registration application in the Trademark Journal. The Notice of Opposition can be submitted by anyone with a legitimate interest in opposing the registration.

Key Points to Keep in Mind When Filing a Notice of Opposition

Timeline: The opposition must be filed within four months.

Legal Grounds:Ensure your opposition is based on legitimate grounds such as similarity, non-distinctiveness, or bad faith.

Jurisdiction:Oppositions are filed with the Registrar of trademarks, who has the authority under the Trade Marks Act, 1999.

Filing the Notice of Opposition is a crucial step in protecting your brand and intellectual property rights.

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 TM Registration that may increase the chances of the Trademark being registered. There are a few common things to keep in mind, like:

Conduct a TM 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 TM 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 TM 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 TM Registration. We have years of experience with TM 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 TM registration?

There are no hearing fees for TM 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 TM Examination Report?

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

What is the Cost of TM Registration in India?

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

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