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Trademark Registration

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What is Trademark?

A trademark is a distinctive sign, symbol, word, phrase, logo, or combination thereof that identifies and distinguishes the goods or services of one business from those of others. It serves as a unique identifier that helps consumers recognize the source and quality of a product or service. Trademarks play a vital role in branding by protecting a company’s reputation and preventing confusion in the marketplace. Once registered, a trademark grants the owner exclusive legal rights to use and protect that mark.

Trademark Registration

Trademark registration is the process of officially protecting your brand’s unique name, logo, or slogan by registering it with the government. Once registered, you have the exclusive right to use that trademark for your products or services, which helps prevent others from copying or using something similar. This protection strengthens your brand identity, builds customer trust, and gives you legal tools to stop anyone who tries to misuse your brand.

Types of Trademarks

There are several types of trademarks, each serving different purposes to protect various aspects of a brand:

  • Word Mark: Protects brand names, words, or phrases used to identify goods or services.
  • Logo Mark: Protects graphic designs, symbols, or logos representing a brand.
  • Combination Mark: Protects a combination of words and logos used together.
  • Service Mark: Specifically protects trademarks related to services rather than physical products.
  • Certification Mark: Indicates that goods or services meet certain standards or come from a specific region or source.
  • Collective Mark: Used by members of an association or group to signify membership or affiliation.

Trademark registration

 

Why Ebizfiling?

EbizFiling.com is a leading business platform providing comprehensive corporate legal services, including company incorporation, compliance, advisory, and management consultancy, both in India and internationally. The platform offers fast, easy, and affordable copyright registration, Logo Design Services, International Trademark Registration, Trademark Renewal, and Trademark Objection. you can contact with Compliance Manager at 09643203209 or email info@ebizfiling.com.

Fees for Online Trademark Registration

Includes Government fees

ESSENTIAL

6399/-

(All Inclusive)

  • Trademark Application (1 Application 1 Class Small Enterprise)

ENHANCED

7899/-

(All Inclusive)

  • Trademark Application (1 Application 1 Class Small Enterprise)
  • SSI/MSME Registration

ULTIMATE

11999/-

(All Inclusive)

  • Trademark Application (1 Application 1 Class Other than Small Enterprise)

How does trademark registration protect your brand identity?

  • Grants exclusive rights to use your unique brand name, logo, or slogan.
  • Prevents others from copying or using confusingly similar marks.
  • Builds customer trust and strengthens brand recognition.
  • Provides legal protection and grounds to take action against infringement.
  • Helps maintain your brand’s reputation and market position.

What can we select as a Trademark?

  • Brand Names: Unique names that identify your products or services.
  • Logos and Symbols: Graphic designs or images that represent your brand visually.
  • Slogans and Taglines: Catchy phrases associated with your business.
  • Product Packaging: Distinctive shapes, colors, or designs of packaging that make your product stand out.
  • Sounds or Jingles: Unique sounds or musical tunes linked to your brand (in some countries).
  • Shapes and Designs: Specific shapes or patterns related to your product or service.

What are the Benefits of Trademark Registration

  • Exclusive Rights: Registering a trademark gives you the exclusive right to use your brand’s name, logo, or slogan for the products or services you list. No other business can use a similar name in your industry, helping protect your brand from copycats.
  • Legal Protection: A registered trademark gives you legal power to stop others from using your brand without permission. You can take legal action if someone tries to copy your brand, helping prevent confusion and fake products.
  • Brand Recognition: Trademarks make your brand easier for customers to recognize. Over time, they come to trust it, which builds loyalty and helps set you apart from your competitors.
  • Asset Value: A trademark is a valuable part of your business. You can sell it, license it, or use it to get loans, giving you more financial options.
  • Market Advantage: A trademark protects your brand from being copied, giving you an edge in the market. It helps you stand out, attract customers, and grow your business.
  • Nationwide Protection: Once registered, your trademark is protected across the whole country. No one else can use or register a similar name for similar goods or services anywhere in that country.
  • Use of ® Symbol: After registering, you can use the ® symbol with your brand. This shows the public your trademark is legally protected and warns others not to use it without permission.
  • Easier Expansion: A registered trademark makes it easier to grow your business. You can enter new markets or launch new products without losing your brand identity. It also helps with franchising or licensing your brand.

What is International Trademark Registration under the Madrid Protocol?

The Madrid Protocol is an international treaty that provides a convenient and cost-effective way to register and administer trademarks around the world. It allows trademark owners to file a single international application in a single language and pay a single set of fees to obtain protection in multiple countries. This system is managed by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and currently has 108 members covering 124 countries, making it an efficient option for obtaining trademark protection in numerous jurisdictions.

 

For more information: International trademark registration under Madrid Protocol

Importance of Trademark Registration

Legal Protection

Registering your trademark gives you exclusive rights to use your brand name or logo. This means you can legally stop others from copying or using a similar mark that might confuse your customers.

Brand Recognition

A trademark helps customers quickly identify your products or services among many others in the market. It creates a unique identity that sets your business apart and makes it easier for people to remember you.

Builds Trust

Having a registered trademark shows that your business is professional and serious about its brand. Customers often feel more confident buying from a company that protects its name and reputation.

Valuable Asset

A registered trademark is an important intangible asset for your business. It can increase your company’s value, and you can even sell or license the trademark to generate additional income.

Prevents Infringement

Trademark registration serves as a legal shield, preventing others from using a name or logo that could confuse your customers or dilute your brand.

Market Advantage

By securing your brand identity, you create a strong competitive edge in the marketplace. It helps you build loyalty among customers and maintain a unique position against competitors.

Trademark Registration Documents Required

TM Application Checklist

  • Name of Applicant
  • Type of Business
  • Main Activities of Business
  • Name of Brand/Logo
  • Address

Trademark Registration Process

 

5 Easy Steps

1

Complete a Simple Checklist

2

Take a Search and Finalise Class

3

Submit Documents

4

Application for Trademark Registration

5

Start Using “TM”

TM Documents

Ebizfiling India Private LimitedA Compliance Manager will get in touch with you to obtain your information along with a simple checklist. You need to fill up that checklist and submit along with your documents. Our expert team will verify documents and proceed with application formalities. Throughout the process, your Compliance Manager will keep you updated on the progress of TM Registration.

Trademark Search

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Your Compliance Manager will search for availability of your proposed TM, name or logo. If existing name or logo is found in the registry, we will suitably suggest you to modify the name or application. This will ensure that chances of objections are minimized. Every application is to be done under a particular class. We will help you to identify best class (or classes) under which TM application is to be done.

TM Application

Ebizfiling India Private LimitedOnce a suitable class (classes) is identified, we will file your Trademark application online filed. You will be immediately provided with a TM number (acknowledgment receipt), generated from the registrar. The TM number is important for two reasons. One is that it helps you to track your application and two, it allows you to use the ™ symbol near your trademark with immediate effect.

Step By Step Online Trademark Registration Process

 

Step 1: Search for Existing Trademarks
Before applying, check if your trademark is available using online search tools provided by the trademark office.

Step 2: Pick the Right Trademark Category
Trademarks are divided into different groups based on the type of product or service. Choose the correct category for your business.

Step 3: Gather Necessary Documents
– Your name and address
– A clear image or text of your trademark (logo, brand name, etc.)
– A description of your product or service
– A Power of Attorney (if needed)

Step 4: Submit Your Application Online
Apply through the official trademark website and pay the required fee.

Step 5: Application Review
The trademark office checks your application for any issues or conflicts. This may take a few months.

Step 6: Public Notice and Objections
If approved, your trademark is made public. Others can object if they think it is too similar to theirs.

Step 7: Get Your Trademark Certificate
If no one objects, your trademark is registered, and you receive an official certificate.

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FAQs On Trademark Registration

Get answers to all your queries

  • What is a trademark, and why is it important?

    A trademark is a unique sign, logo, or name that identifies your goods or services. It’s important because it protects your brand identity and prevents others from using similar marks.

  • How long does the trademark registration process take?

    The process usually takes 12 to 18 months, depending on the country and whether any objections or oppositions arise during examination and publication.

  • When can I use “TM” Symbol?

    As soon as you file the application, you receive an acknowledgment, which gives you the right to use the ™ symbol. Once it’s registered, you can use the ® symbol.

  • How much does trademark registration cost?

    The cost varies by jurisdiction but generally includes government filing fees and, if you hire a professional, attorney fees. Online applications often cost less.

  • What if someone has a similar word trademarked?

    You can still get a unique logo design done, with a name in it. However, you cannot get the word trademarked.

  • What happens if someone opposes my trademark application?

    If an opposition is filed, both parties present their arguments to the trademark office, which then decides whether to approve or reject the registration.

  • Should I apply for Trademark in my own name or my company’s name?

    Well, both are possible and permissible. It depends on how old your company is and many other factors. Usually, startups get Trademark Registered in the promoter (owner) name. Larger businesses get Trademarks done on Company name.

  • Can I ® use the symbol once applied?

    You may use the ® (Registered symbol) next to your trademark once your trademark is registered and registration certificate is issued. Kindly note that it is an offense, with a penalty, to falsely claim that your trademark is registered. Till the registration is obtained, you can represent your trademark along with the letters TM to indicate that you claim rights over your trademark.

  • Is the registration of trademark compulsory?

    No. Registration of a trademark is not compulsory. However, the registration is the prima facie evidence of the proprietorship of the trademark under registration. However, it is to be noted that no suit can be instituted for infringement of unregistered trademarks. For unregistered marks, action can be brought against any person for passing off goods or services as the goods of another person or as services provided by another person.

  • How long is a trademark valid?

    Typically, a trademark registration is valid for 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely by paying the required renewal fees.

  • What are the consequences of using an unregistered trademark?

    Using an unregistered trademark means you have limited legal protection, making it harder to prevent others from using a similar brand name or logo.

  • Can sound and smell be registered as a trademark in India?

    Yes, sound and smell can be registered as a trademark in India under the Indian Trademark Law.

  • What is a service mark?

    A service is the same as a trademark except that it identifies and distinguishes the sources of a service rather than a product.

  • Which Cities do you provide your services?

    Ebizfiling.com provides Trademark Registration all across India. You can obtain Trademark Registration in Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Kolkata, Kanpur, Nagpur, Jaipur or any other cities easily with us.

  • Can I sell or license my registered trademark?

    Yes, a registered trademark is an intangible asset that you can sell, license, or use in business agreements to generate additional revenue.

Reviews

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    Jaydipkumar Babriya

    18 Apr 2022

    Excellent service with a high level of professionalism. They not only applied for trademark, got it registered but also provided guidance and advisory thereof. That's amazing experience!! Really deserve 5 out of 5!!

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    Sharath Reddy

    18 Apr 2022

    I took trade mark registration from Ebizfiling india private limited. As a new start up I didn't have idea whom to contact then I came across ebizfiling. My trademark registration was done on time.. Thank you ebizfiling

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    Ishwar Prasad

    18 Apr 2022

    I took trade mark registration from Ebizfiling india private limited thank you for registration and service was excellent and received the certificate from Anitha KV.

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