Classes Of Trademark
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FAQ about TradeMark Search
Search the IP India portal (ipindia.gov.in) to confirm the name availability. Identify the correct trademark class from the 45 Nice Classification categories and file Form TM-A with identity proof, address proof, and the brand name representation. After examination and a 4-month opposition window in the Trade Marks Journal, the registration certificate is issued. The process takes 12 to 18 months.
The ™ symbol can be used immediately after filing a trademark application, it signals a claim to the mark but does not confirm registration. The ® symbol can only be used after the Trade Marks Registry issues a registration certificate. Using ® without valid registration is an offence under Section 107 of the Trade Marks Act, 1999, punishable with imprisonment up to 3 years, or fine, or both.
Yes, a logo is registered as a “device mark” under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. Submit a clear JPEG image (minimum 300 DPI) with Form TM-A. The logo must be distinctive and not similar to existing marks. Many businesses file separate applications for the logo (device mark) and brand name (word mark) for broader protection. The government fee is the same as word mark registration.
It helps confirm brand uniqueness, avoids conflicts with existing trademarks, minimizes legal risks, and improves the likelihood of successful approval during registration.
Yes. Selecting the correct class ensures accurate results and prevents conflicts outside your industry.
Use the IP India public search tool, enter your brand name, select the class, and review existing or similar trademarks.
Go to the IP India registry, enter your application number, and see the status like registered, filed, objected, opposed, or abandoned.
They include wordmark, phonetic, Vienna code (logo/device), applicant/owner search, status search, and preliminary or comprehensive search.
It identifies and compares logos or symbols using international Vienna classification codes assigned to graphic elements.
Most online databases allow you to perform a search within seconds. However, conducting an in-depth review of data and interpreting results accurately requires expertise. For complete clarity, consider using filters and reviewing results by class, status, and country.
