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Registration of Trademarks in India

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....egistration of Trademarks in India<br>By: - YAGAY andSUN<br>Other Topics<br>Dated:- 1-5-2025<br>The registration of trademarks in India is governed by the Trade Marks Act, 1999 and the Trade Marks Rules, 2017. The process is straightforward but involves multiple steps. Here&#39;s a detailed explanation of the Trademark Registration Process under the Indian Trademark Act and Rules, followed by a fl....

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....owchart for easy visualization. Trademark Registration Process under Indian Law: Step 1: Trademark Search * Purpose: Before applying for a trademark, it's crucial to search the existing database to ensure that no identical or confusingly similar trademarks are already registered. * How: A search can be performed on the Indian Trade Marks Office website or through professional trademark agent....

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....s. Step 2: Filing of Application * Purpose: To file an application for the trademark, either online or offline, with the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trade Marks (CGPDTM). * Documents Needed: * Name and address of the applicant. * A clear representation of the trademark. * Goods and services for which the trademark is intended (must be classified according t....

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....o the NICE Classification). * Power of Attorney (if an agent is filing on behalf of the applicant). * If claiming priority from a foreign application, the details of the earlier application. * Where to File: You can file at the Trademarks Registry online via the IP India website or at the respective Regional Office (Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, or Ahmedabad). Step 3: Examination of the ....

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....Application * Purpose: The Trademark Examiner reviews the application to determine whether the trademark meets the legal requirements. * What Happens: * If the trademark is accepted, a report is issued. * If the trademark does not meet requirements (e.g., is confusingly similar to an existing mark), the applicant is issued an examination report detailing objections. Step 4: Reply to Exami....

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....nation Report (if applicable) * Purpose: If the examiner raises objections, the applicant must file a response to the examination report within 30 days. This can be done by addressing the objections raised (such as providing disclaimers or clarifications). * Outcome: If objections are satisfactorily resolved, the application moves forward; otherwise, it could be rejected. Step 5: Advertisemen....

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....t in the Trade Marks Journal * Purpose: Once the trademark is accepted, it is published in the Trade Marks Journal. * What Happens: * The mark is open for opposition for 4 months. During this time, third parties can file an opposition if they believe the trademark infringes their rights. * If no opposition is filed or the opposition is dismissed, the trademark proceeds to registration. St....

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....ep 6: Opposition Proceedings (if any) * Purpose: If an opposition is filed, the applicant and the opposer present their case before the Registrar or the Appellate Board. * What Happens: * Both parties submit evidence and arguments. * The Registrar issues a decision. * If the opposition is successful, the application is rejected. If not, the registration continues. Step 7: Registration o....

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....f Trademark * Purpose: Once the trademark is free from opposition or the opposition is dismissed, it proceeds to registration. * What Happens: The Trademark Office issues a Certificate of Registration. The trademark is officially registered, and the applicant gains exclusive rights to use the trademark in relation to the goods and services specified. Step 8: Renewal of Trademark * Purpose: ....

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....A registered trademark in India is valid for 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely for subsequent periods of 10 years. * What Happens: The trademark owner must file for renewal before the expiration date. Flowchart of Trademark Registration Process in India +---------------------------+ | Step 1: Trademark Search&nbsp;&nbsp; | +---------------------------+ | v +------------------------....

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....---+ | Step 2: Filing Application | | - Online or Offline&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; | +---------------------------+ | v +---------------------------+ | Step 3: Examination by the | | Trademark Office&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; | +---------------------------+ | v +---------------------------+ | Step 4: Reply to Objections| | (If any&nbs....

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....p;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;| +---------------------------+ | v +---------------------------+ | Step 5: Advertisement in&nbsp;&nbsp; | | Trade Marks Journal&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; | +---------------------------+ | v +---------------------------+ | Step 6: Opposition (if any)| +--------....

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....-------------------+ | v +---------------------------+ | Step 7: Trademark&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; | | Registration&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; | +---------------------------+ | v +---------------------------+ | Step 8: Renewal (every 10&nbsp; | | years)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&....

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....nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; | +---------------------------+ &nbsp; Key Points to Remember: * Classes: Trademarks are registered in specific classes based on the goods/services they are associated with. You must choose the appropriate class(es) based on the NICE Classification. * Examination Timeline: After filing, the application is usually examined wit....

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....hin 1-3 months. * Opposition Period: There is a 4-month window for third-party opposition, after which the mark may be registered unless opposition is successful. * Cost: The application fee varies depending on whether it's filed online or offline, and the number of classes for which registration is sought.<br> Scholarly articles for knowledge sharing by authors, experts, professionals ....