FAQs related to Trademark Registration Procedure in India

1. FAQs related to Trademark Registration Procedure in India What is a trademark? What are the requirements of trademark registration in India? In the common man language, a trademark is known as a brand name. A trademark is any symbol used by one undertaking to differentiate its goods or services from that of another organization producing similar goods or services. The symbol could be the company's name, a word, a label, the combination of different colors, numerals, devices, etc. As per the law, the requirements that a trademark needs to meet are: • The trademark can be valid only when it can be represented on paper. • The trademark needs to distinguish the goods or services of one business entity from that of another entity producing similar goods or services What is the function of the trademark? There are four functions of a trademark: • The trademark helps in the creation of an image for the products of the business • It helps in the promotion and advertisement of the products of the business. • The trademark is a guarantee of consistent product quality. • The trademark translates into product identity and signifies the origin of the products. Why should a business undertake the Trademark Registration Procedure in India? There are exclusive benefits of trademark registration in India. The trademark owner has the rights of trademark usage and can use the symbol R. The trademark owner gets infringement rights with applicable limitations like the trademark can be used in a particular area, etc.

2. What are the trademark fees in India? Here is a brief synopsis of the trademark fees. • The new application of trademark is Rs. 9,000/-. • Renewal of trademark is Rs. 9,000/- • To file an Opposition to an application, the fee is Rs. 2,500/- • Rectification of a trademark is Rs. 3,000/-. What are the different forms that are used to file a trademark application? These are the different forms: • TM-5 is the application form to oppose an application when printed in the Trade Marks Journal. • The different applications for a new application are TM-1, TM-2, TM-8, TM-51, and more. Different application forms depend on the nature of the application. • TM-12 and TM-18 are forms used for renewal. What is the process of renewal of trademark in India? Registered proprietors need to file TM-R and TM-18 along with the renewal fees. The application is checked and verified for correctness. Only when the Trademark Registrar is satisfied, the renewal certificate is issued. Contact Information Website: https://www.obhanandassociates.com/ Email: email@obhans.com Contact Number: + 91 1140200200 Address: N - 94, Second Floor, Panchshila Park, Block N, New Delhi, India