Renewal of Trademark

Trademark renewal in India

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.

The renewal application must include the following:

• A request for renewal
• A statement that the trademark is still in use or that there are special circumstances that justify non-use
• A copy of the trademark registration certificate
• 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.