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Trademark guides
Short, sourced answers to what people ask before and after they file.
How to register a trademark in India (2026)Trademark registration in India step by step: search, Form TM-A, government fee (₹4,500 or ₹9,000 per class), examination, Journal, opposition, certificate.How long does trademark registration take in India?Trademark registration in India usually takes 12–24 months without objection or opposition. The stages, deadlines fixed by law, and what slows it down.Trademark objection in India: how to replyWhat a trademark objection means in India: Section 9 and 11 grounds, the 30-day reply deadline, what to argue, and what happens at the hearing.Trademark opposition in India: deadlines and stepsOppose a trademark in India within 4 months of the Journal on Form TM-O (₹2,700). Counter-statement in 2 months, evidence, hearing, appeal.Trademark renewal in India: when, how and feesRenew an Indian trademark every 10 years on Form TM-R (₹9,000 per class): up to a year early, 6 months late with surcharge, or restore within a year.™ vs ® in India: which symbol can you use?Use ™ with any brand, registered or not; ® only after registration and only for registered goods. Misusing ® is an offence under Section 107.Trademark vs copyright vs patent vs design (India)What each protects in India and how long it lasts: trademark (10 years, renewable), copyright (life + 60), patent (20 years), design (10 + 5).How to check if a trademark is available in IndiaCheck trademark availability in India: search the exact name, sound-alikes and related classes, and know when a similar mark is a real risk.