The Trademark Registry has classified goods and services under 45 classes. Each class lists a host of goods/services and depending on those you are offering, you need to mention the class(es) on your trademark application. The trademark would be registered and protected under those classes only.

If your trademark is similar to an existing application, would hurt religious sentiments, contains geographical names, or common words. It would also be rejected if it is likely to confuse.

As soon as you file the application and receive an acknowledgement, you can use the ™ symbol. Once the registration process is complete, you can use the ® symbol.

You can run a simple trademark search easily by going to the Government Website of IP India. However, if you are serious about getting your trademark registered, it is advised to get a professional to do thorough trademark research.

If your brand name has already been registered, but under a different class, you're still in luck. Unless the brand is too well known (like McDonald's or Fiat), your application is likely to be approved.

You can't get the word, but all is not lost. You could instead design a unique logo for your business and include the name in it. So there is a way out, but it is best to have a unique name.

We do not guarantee approval of Trademark. It depends entirely on the government's judgement. But if it is unique, it is highly likely that it will be granted.

Many start-up founders register it in their own names, while large businesses would prefer to do so in the name of the company. This is because the future of a start-up is always in doubt. If owned by the founder, the trademark would be valid regardless of the state of the company. A trademark license agreement is, however, needed in this case.

It can take anywhere between 6 months to 18 months for your trademark to be approved. However, we can apply and start using the ™ symbol within few days if we can get all the details and documents at the earliest.