There are so many benefits of using the trademark. Suppose if you think you have a unique business idea or logo which represents your business identically. You must register with a trademark, and trademark law protects your right and helps in trademark infringement.
Trademark helps to establish a brand name and create brand value among customers. People like to connect with the brand to make sure the product is quality.
Trademark helps to differentiate your product and service from the competitors and add business value against the public.
It is considered an asset even if you are not thinking of running a business for a longer period; you can transfer it or even sell it. Trademark registration is valid for ten years, and one can encase it.
Few things always keep in mind before deciding mark for the business are listed below
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Frequently Asked Questions
The total cost of trademark filing is INR 7500/- government fee included.(Government fee INR 4500/- Professional fee INR 2500/-.
When a trademark application is submitted to the trademark registry a Trademark Number (TM number) will be assigned. You can use the trademark number to track the trademark status on the trademark registry.
Vienna Codification
Vienna codification is a system that checks trademark logos, designs, symbols categories, and subcategories of the trademark nature to avoid duplication.
Examination Report
Soon as the trademark is examined the result will be shown in the examination report.
Public Journal
Scenario 1 - If the brand is accepted it will be published in the public journal for four months anticipating third-party opposition.
If no third party opposition within a four months period the brand will be registered.
Objection
Scenario 2 - If the brand is objected to, the government will anticipate a valid reply for a certain period. If no response is given the brand will be deemed abandoned.
Hearing
Scenario 3 - the applicant replies to the objection. But the government is not convinced by the reply so a hearing might be posted. The applicant might be required to attend the hearing on the given date to put forth a convincing reply with evidence if needed.
The brand might get accepted or refused according to the examiner's decision.
Renewal
After registration 10 years once the trademark is to be renewed. Late renewal up to a period of time is accepted with a penalty.
1)Our trademark experts will check your name availability and give honest opinions.
2) We will send you a trademark application input form link if available.
3)As soon as you submit the input form POA document will be sent on the same given link.
4)You are required to download POA, take a print on 20 rupees stamp paper, and sign it.
5)Upload the POA scanned copy to the given link.
6)After the payment is made a pre-draft application will be sent to you to verify the given information before filing.
7)The application will be filed and you will receive the TM number within one hour from your approval of the pre-draft application.
8) Each stage of the trademark process will be monitored until registration.
Trademark registration is not mandatory for businesses in general. However, due to constant trademark infringement in online e-commerce platforms such as amazon, they require a trademark number for you to list your brand on their website.
It is not advisable to make drastic changes that may affect the identity of the trademark. Only a few changes can be made such as removing a word from the description or the change of address, etc which complies with trademark rules.
Yes. The domain name has equal importance as an intellectual asset. A domain name gives the brand protection and presence online.
The wordmark only protects the brand name. It does not protect the color or font style or artistic works. The wordmark is the strongest protection and is the hardest to get trademarked. We suggest you apply a coined word for a wordmark to get accepted easily.
A logo mark or Device mark protects the color, font style, shape, and other artistic works in the logo along with the words. The protection applies on the whole as in the word and the logo used combined.
Business owners usually don't need to register their trademark if their business is operating in a small geographical area. But with the rise of e-commerce, anyone selling their product over the internet to other states or regions, trademark protection becomes important.
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what is term of trademark registration in India?
About trademark registration?
What is the term of trademark registration in India?
A trademark can be protected in many jurisdictions by applying for international registration. Under Madrid protocol, this can be done
Brand names such as quality, quantity, values cannot be registered, which consists of the words that are commonly used to identify the product or its characteristics. Geographical origin or a person's name are a few examples.
The government online fees for trademark registration is Rs. 9000 and offline RS.10,000 per application per class for the company. The government online fees for trademark registration are Rs. 4500 and offline fees Rs.5000 per application per class for individuals.
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what is trademark registration cost?
Partnership / LLP / Company
- Copy of Logo (Optional)
- Signed Form-48.
- Udyog Aadhar Registration Certificate.
- Incorporation Certificate or Partnership Deed.
- Identity Proof of Signatory.
- Address Proof of Signatory.
Trademark-based domain name disputes are resolved through an agreement, or arbitration before a registrar cancels or transfers a domain name or suspends it.
Sometimes trademark rights holders initiate filing a complaint with an approved dispute resolution service provider.
Trademarks can be protected within the national borders of the country of registration. But Madrid protocol grants the right of the trademark in selected countries.
The name trade description describes the service or product that a company or individual is providing. Trade description aims to prevent manufacturers, retailers, or service providers from misleading customers as to what they are spending their money on.
In India, a trademark can be sold to any individual or entity through the assignment trademark process. Through selling, the ownership will be transferred to the individual or entity.
A trademark serves the purpose of identifying the source or the origin of goods
Legal Status of the Applicant i.e. whether the applicant is an Individual person, Company, etc. If the Applicant claims to be a start-up /registered with the Government of India as a start-up), the certificate has to be filed.
The use of a trademark is to differentiate the source of a product or service from other sellers. But the after-effect of forming a trademark is instant identification with quality, trustability, and goodwill. Sometimes a trademark is also identified with the status of the consumer. The brand value increases the more it is known by the public. For brands that are known worldwide, the government provides 'well-known status' which is a solid protection for the brand.
Trademark registration is not mandatory
After submitting a trademark application, you are instantly permitted to use the TM (Trademark) symbol.
Hope you understand more about the benefits of trademark registration if you need more clarification contact us at info@muthirai.com
