Trademark renewal in India refers to the process of extending the validity of a registered trademark for an additional 10-year period. The process is governed by the Trade Marks Act, of 1999 and the rules and regulations issued thereunder.
In order to renew a trademark, the owner must file a renewal application with the Indian Trademark Office. The application must be filed within six months before the expiration of the current registration, or within six months after the expiration date, with an additional grace period of 6 months and with payment of an additional fee.
1. A request for renewal
2. A statement that the trademark is still in use or that there are special circumstances that justify non-use
3. A copy of the trademark registration certificate
4. The renewal fee
It is important to note that if the trademark owner fails to renew the registration on time, they may be required to pay additional fees to restore the registration. Additionally, if the trademark has not been used for an extended period of time, it may be vulnerable to cancellation on the grounds of non-use.
In summary, trademark renewal in India is the process of extending the validity of a registered trademark for an additional 10-year period through filing a renewal application with the Indian Trademark Office, including necessary documents and fee payments.
Renewing your trademark ensures uninterrupted legal protection for your brand name, logo, or symbol.
Here’s why it matters:
1. Keeps your trademark legally valid and enforceable
2. Protects against unauthorized use or infringement
3. Preserves your brand identity and goodwill
4. Prevents the mark from being removed from the Trademark Register
Failure to renew your trademark on time can lead to loss of ownership, and re-registration becomes a time-consuming and costly process.
You can file for trademark renewal:
1. Within 6 months before the expiry date, or
2. Within 6 months after the expiry (with late fees or surcharge)
If renewal is not done within this grace period, the trademark will be removed from the registry, and the owner must file a restoration application to regain rights.
To renew your trademark, you need:
1. Trademark Registration Certificate
2. Power of Attorney (if filing through an agent/attorney)
3. Applicant’s ID & Address Proof
4. Trademark Application Number
At XLegal, we provide end-to-end trademark renewal services to ensure your rights remain protected without any interruption.
Our experts assist with:
1. Tracking renewal due dates
2. Preparing and filing Form TM-R with the Trademark Registry
3. Managing late renewal or restoration applications
4. Handling renewal acknowledgments and documentation
5. Providing continuous trademark protection strategy
Need expert assistance? xLegal Team provides end-to-end support for this, Contact us at +91 9319661668, info@xlegal.in