Trademark Registration in India

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Want to Register Your Brand in India? xLegal Does It – Fast, Affordable & 100% Online.

Every day you delay, someone else can steal your brand name. India sees over 3.5 lakh trademark applications every year. Don’t wait until it’s too late.

Critical: Once registered, your brand is protected for 10 years – renewable forever. But protection starts ONLY from the date you file.

Why Choose xLegal for Trademark Registration?

• 95% Success Rate – Proven track record across 500+ registrations

• 5+ Years Experience – 500+ trademarks successfully registered across India

• Fast Filing – Application submitted within 24 – 48 hours of document receipt

• Delhi-Based Office – Pitampura, Delhi; serving clients across all of India

• Complete End-to-End Service – Search + Filing + Examination + Objection Reply + Hearing

• Affordable & Transparent – No hidden charges. What we quote is what you pay.

• MSME & Startup Friendly – Concessional government fees for eligible applicants

What is Trademark Registration?

A trademark is any unique word, name, symbol, logo, tagline, or combination that identifies your brand and distinguishes your products or services from others in the market. It is registered under the Trade Marks Act, 1999 and managed by the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM).

Important:
A registered trademark gives you the exclusive legal right to use the TM symbol immediately after filing, and the (R) symbol after final registration. It allows you to take legal action against anyone who copies, imitates, or misuses your brand – in court, on e-commerce platforms, and across all business channels.

Types of Trademarks You Can Register in India

Word Marks

• Unique brand names, slogans, taglines

•Examples: ‘Amul’, ‘Tata’, ‘Zomato’, ‘Flipkart’

• Strongest form of protection – covers any visual representation of the name

Logo / Device Marks

• Artistic symbols, icons, or design elements

• Examples: Nike Swoosh, Apple Logo, McDonald’s Golden Arches

• Protects the visual identity of your brand

Combined Marks (Word + Logo)

• Most popular choice for Indian businesses

• Covers both name and design together in a single application

• Broader protection across print, digital, and packaging

Other Registrable Marks

• Sound Marks – Musical jingles or brand tones (e.g., Intel chime)

• Shape Marks – Distinctive product or packaging shape

• Colour Combination Marks – Unique colour patterns used consistently in branding

• Certification Marks – Marks certifying origin, quality, or material

• Collective Marks – Used by members of an association or group

Trademark Classes - Find Your Class (Nice Classification 1 - 45)

Every trademark must be filed under one or more of the 45 trademark classes defined by the Nice Classification system. Choosing the wrong class is one of the most common reasons for rejection or incomplete protection.

Class	Covers	Examples
Class 25	Clothing, footwear, headgear	Fashion brands, garment manufacturers
Class 30	Coffee, tea, sugar, rice, flour	Food brands, spices, confectionery
Class 35	Advertising, business management	Marketing agencies, retail chains
Class 41	Education, training, entertainment	EdTech platforms, coaching institutes
Class 42	Software, IT services, SaaS	Tech startups, app developers
Class 43	Restaurants, cafes, food services	Cloud kitchens, restaurant chains
Class 45	Legal services, security services	Law firms, IP consultants

Class	Covers	Examples
Class 25	Clothing, footwear, headgear	Fashion brands, garment manufacturers
Class 30	Coffee, tea, sugar, rice, flour	Food brands, spices, confectionery
Class 35	Advertising, business management	Marketing agencies, retail chains
Class 41	Education, training, entertainment	EdTech platforms, coaching institutes
Class 42	Software, IT services, SaaS	Tech startups, app developers
Class 43	Restaurants, cafes, food services	Cloud kitchens, restaurant chains
Class 45	Legal services, security services	Law firms, IP consultants

Tip: If your business offers multiple products or services across different categories, you may need to register in multiple classes. xLegal will identify all relevant classes for your business – free of cost during consultation.

Our 6-Step Trademark Registration Process

We make trademark registration simple, fast, and completely hassle-free for you.

Step 1	Share Your Brand Details Send us your brand name, logo (if any), and describe your products/services. A 10-minute consultation is all we need.
Step 2	Free Trademark Search (within 24 hours) We conduct a thorough search on the IP India portal — checking for identical and phonetically similar marks across all relevant classes
Step 3	Identify the Correct Trademark Class (1–45) We map your business to the right Nice Classification class(es) — this is critical to ensure full legal protection
Step 4	Document Collection & Application Drafting We collect all required documents and draft a strong application with a precise description of goods/services to minimise objection risk.
Step 5	Online Filing + TM Application Number Issued We file your application on the IP India portal. You receive your TM application number within 1–2 days — and can use the TM symbol immediately.
Step 6	Tracking, Examination & Certificate We track your application through examination, respond to any objections, handle hearings if required, and deliver your final registration certificate.

Result:

Your trademark certificate is issued in 18–24 months (if unopposed). But your legal protection and TM symbol rights begin from the day we file.

Documents We'll Need

Here is a complete checklist of documents required for trademark registration in India:

• Brand name in text OR logo file in JPG/PNG format (300 DPI preferred)

• Applicant’s identity proof – Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, or Passport (for individuals)

• Business registration proof – GST Certificate, Incorporation Certificate, or MSME/Udyam Certificate

• Address proof of the applicant or business

• Power of Attorney – Form TM-48 (required when filing through an agent or lawyer like xLegal)

• MSME/Startup India Certificate – if applying for concessional government fee

• Description of goods/services offered under the trademark class

Don’t have all the documents? No problem. We’ll guide you step-by-step on exactly what’s needed and how to arrange it quickly.

How We Handle Every Type of Trademark Application

For Word Marks (Brand Name Only):

• Conduct a comprehensive phonetic and visual similarity search on IP India portal

• Check across 45 classes and all registered/pending marks

• Suggest name modifications if conflicts are found – before filing

• Draft a strong goods/services description that reduces objection risk

• File with proper class selection and applicant classification

For Logo / Device Marks:

• Ensure the logo meets distinctiveness standards under Section 9 of Trade Marks Act

• Apply correct Vienna Classification codes for the design elements

• Attach usage evidence or affidavit of use if required

• File in colour or black-and-white,the depending on your branding strategy

For Combined Marks (Word + Logo):

• File a single application covering both elements together

• Advise on whether separate word mark registration is also recommended

• Maximise your scope of protection across all brand touchpoints

For Multiple Classes (Multi-Product/Service Businesses):

• Identify all applicable classes for your business activity

• Advise on strategic class selection to avoid gaps in protection

• File separate applications per class – or multi-class where beneficial

• Staggered filing approach to manage cost without compromising protection

What Happens After Filing Your Trademark Application?

Within 1 – 2 days of filing, you receive a TM Application Number. This number confirms your priority date – you can start using the TM symbol immediately.

Within 12–18 months, there are 3 possible outcomes:

Accepted (No Objection):

Published in the Trademark Journal → 4-month opposition window → Registration Certificate issued. This is the ideal outcome

Objection Raised:

The Trademark Examiner raises issues under Section 9 (Absolute Grounds) or Section 11 (Relative Grounds). xLegal files a detailed reply within 30 days. Most objections are resolved through a written reply – sometimes a hearing is needed.

Opposition Filed:

A third party opposes your application during the journal publication period. xLegal represents you in opposition proceedings – filing counter-statements, evidence, and oral arguments as needed.

With xLegal: 95% of our applications are successfully registered. For objections and oppositions, we handle everything – you don’t need to appear anywhere personally.