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Trademark Registration

12-18 months 100% online process Dedicated expert
  • Detailed trademark availability search across all relevant classes
  • Expert advice on choosing the right class(es) out of the 45 trademark classes
  • Drafting and e-filing of Form TM-A on the IP India portal
  • Use of the ™ symbol from the day of filing

About this service

Your brand name and logo are among your most valuable assets. StartupMates helps you protect them with end-to-end trademark registration under the Trade Marks Act, 1999, from a detailed availability search to filing, follow-up and your registration certificate.

Once we file your application, you can start using the ™ symbol straight away. After registration, you get the exclusive right to use the ® symbol across India for 10 years, renewable every 10 years, and the legal power to stop others from copying your brand.

Requirements & eligibility

  • Applicant name and address (individual, startup, company, firm or LLP)
  • The brand name, logo or tagline to be registered
  • The class of goods or services (Nice classification) for each application
  • Date of first use, if the mark is already in use (with proof)
  • Signed power of attorney (authorisation) for us to file on your behalf
  • MSME or Startup India certificate, if claiming the lower government fee

Step-by-step process

What happens after you book, and roughly how long each step takes.

  1. 1

    Trademark searchDay 1

    We search the trademark registry for identical or similar marks and advise on the right class.

  2. 2

    Application filing (TM-A)Day 1–2

    We file your application online. You get an application number and can start using the ™ symbol.

  3. 3

    ExaminationUsually 1–3 months

    The registry examines the application and may issue an examination report.

  4. 4

    Objection reply (if any)Within 30 days of the report

    If there is an objection, we draft and file a reply and attend the hearing if required.

  5. 5

    Publication & registration4 months after publication

    The mark is published in the Trade Marks Journal. If unopposed, the registration certificate is issued and you can use ®.

Benefits

  • Exclusive right to use your brand for the registered goods or services across India
  • Legal protection against copying, with the right to take action for infringement
  • A business asset that can be sold, licensed or franchised
  • Valid for 10 years and renewable indefinitely
  • Builds trust with customers and online marketplaces

Key features

  • Detailed trademark availability search across all relevant classes
  • Expert advice on choosing the right class(es) out of the 45 trademark classes
  • Drafting and e-filing of Form TM-A on the IP India portal
  • Use of the ™ symbol from the day of filing
  • Preparation of the authorisation (Form TM-48) and user affidavit, where needed
  • Real-time tracking of your application status
  • Drafting of the reply to the examination report (objection)
  • Monitoring through publication in the Trade Marks Journal
  • Registration certificate delivered on approval
  • Dedicated trademark expert from search to certificate

Documents required

  • Brand name / wordmark, and logo in JPG format (if registering a logo)
  • Applicant's PAN card
  • Applicant's Aadhaar card or passport
  • Applicant's address proof
  • Udyam (MSME) or DPIIT startup certificate, to claim the lower government fee
  • Certificate of incorporation or partnership deed (for companies, LLPs and firms)
  • Signed Form TM-48 (authorisation in favour of our attorney)
  • User affidavit with proof of earlier use (only if claiming prior use of the mark)

What's included

  • Trademark search report
  • Class selection and professional advice
  • Preparation and e-filing of the application for 1 class
  • Government fee for 1 class (individual / startup / MSME)
  • Drafting of the examination report reply
  • Application tracking until registration
  • Trademark registration certificate

Not included

  • Government fee for additional classes
  • Higher government fee for applicants who are not individuals, startups or MSMEs
  • Representation at show-cause or opposition hearings
  • Opposition proceedings, if a third party opposes the mark
  • Trademark renewal after 10 years
  • Copyright or design registration

Why StartupMates

  • Pay in parts

    Clear price with GST shown upfront. On most services you start with an advance and pay the rest after work begins.

  • One dedicated expert

    The same person handles your work from documents to final certificate.

  • 100% online

    Share documents and sign digitally from home. Track progress in your account.

  • Compliance after registration

    GST returns, ROC filings, TDS and renewals handled, with reminders before due dates.

Frequently asked questions

How long does trademark registration take?+
The application is filed in 1–2 working days. Full registration usually takes 12–18 months, depending on examination, objections and any opposition.
Can I use the ™ symbol before registration?+
Yes. You can use ™ as soon as the application is filed. The ® symbol can be used only after the trademark is registered.
What is the government fee?+
₹4,500 per class for individuals, startups and small enterprises (e-filing), and ₹9,000 per class for other applicants.
How long is a trademark valid?+
10 years from the date of application, and it can be renewed every 10 years indefinitely.
What is a trademark class?+
Goods and services are grouped into 45 classes. You need a separate application, and fee, for each class your business operates in.
What happens if my application gets an objection?+
The examiner issues an examination report. We draft and file a reply explaining why your mark should be accepted; a hearing may follow if needed.
Can I register a logo and a brand name together?+
You can, but filing them separately gives broader protection: the wordmark protects the name in any style, and the logo protects the design.
Can an individual register a trademark?+
Yes. Individuals, proprietors, partnerships, LLPs and companies can all apply.

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