File TM to protect your brand name/logo
Fill out our Simple Trademark (TM) Application Form & Submit Documents.
Our Experts will determine whether your TM is Unique and Available for Use.
To Trademark your Goods/Services, we’ll recommend an appropriate class.
A Trademark (TM) is a distinctive symbol, sound, mark, design, phrase, pattern, or a combination of these elements. As a form of Intellectual Property (IP), trademarks help businesses differentiate their brand from competitors within the commercial and legal landscape.
In India, trademarks are granted by the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trademarks (CGPDTM), which operates under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The Trademark Act, 1999 serves as the primary legal framework governing trademark registration, ensuring protection against unauthorized usage and infringement.
Once registered, a trademark provides its owner with the legal right to take action against infringement, including injunctions, damages, and other legal remedies. A registered trademark remains valid for 10 years and requires periodic renewal. It is advisable for businesses to renew their trademark at least one year before expiration. In case of a missed deadline, a six-month grace period is granted from the expiration date to complete the renewal process.
There is a difference between owning a trademark and having it officially registered:
A trademark cannot be registered if it:
Trademark registration is available across major Indian cities, including Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai. Our services cover:
As a Trademark Attorney, we will present your TM application form before the TM Registry. To commence the application process, we will be requiring an Authorization Letter or Power of Attorney (Form TM-48) that will authorize us to act as your attorney/ trademark agent. As soon as we receive the signed power of attorney which is nothing but an official document signed by you, we will compile all your documents and file with the concerned authorities. Provide the following documents to register your TM: Proof of Identity: Aadhar Card or PAN Card Proof of Identity: Bank statement, Electricity Bill, Utility Bill, etc. Certificate of Incorporation: If the TM is registered by a company. Partnership Deed: In case the TM is registered under a Partnership Firm. User Affidavit: Claims prior use of TM in commerce (while selling goods and services) Form 48: A form signed by you authorizing an agent (Legal Raasta) to file the application on your behalf. Documentation – Detailed Breakdown For Individuals: Individuals who are willing to get their TM registered have to provide their personal details such as name, nationality, address, and proof of identity (Aadhar Card, Voter ID card, Passport, etc.) For Companies: Companies (Private Limited, Proprietorship, OPC, LLP, Partnership firm, etc.) are required to submit documentation such as Incorporation Certificate, Company’s PAN card, Udyog Aadhar Certificate, Name and Address of Authorized Signatories (Partners, Directors, etc.). Use of Logo with Tagline: If a trademark application is prepared for a tagline containing only words, applicants do not have to submit logo details. However, if the tagline is in conjunction with a logo, the logo must be submitted in black and white format. The number of words in the logo must exactly be the same as specified in the application for a TM. Brand Name & Logo: Although not strictly mandatory, an applicant can submit a clear, black-and-white pictorial copy of their logo while filing for Brand Name Trademark registration. User Affidavit: A user affidavit, also referred to as ‘Statement of Use’ is a legal document that confirms the use of trademark ™ in commerce even before its filing with the Registrar. It states that TM proposed for registration is already in use for a significant amount of time, and thus requires the applicant to provide evidence of this ‘prior usage’. Proof of TM use: To prove that the proposed TM is used in connection with the goods and services, an applicant can submit Invoice or Sales Records, Product Packaging, Website Screenshots, and Advertising and Promotional Materials. MSME or Start-up Recognition: The Government of India has reduced the TM government registration fees by 50% for body corporates operating as MSMEs and Start-Ups in India. Signed Form TM–48: If the trademark is filed through an attorney, it is essential to submit a signed Form TM-48. It allows trademark agents to act on behalf of their clients before the Indian Trademark Registry.
Trademark registration grants exclusive rights to use the mark and enables legal action against infringers.
Trademarks help establish brand identity, making it easier for customers to recognize and trust your business.
A registered trademark adds value to your brand, making business expansion and franchising easier.
Protect your brand by opposing similar trademarks that may cause confusion.
Keep your trademark active by renewing it every 10 years.
Get exclusive rights to your brand by legally registering your trademark.
Monitor new trademark applications to prevent brand infringement.
Respond to objections raised by the registry and secure your brand.
Transfer trademark ownership legally to another entity.
Ensure your brand name is unique before applying for registration.