Trademark filing takes 2–3 business days, while examination and registration may take 9–14 months.
ID proof, business proof, Power of Attorney (Form TM-48), and a logo (if available).
Yes, it is required for an attorney to represent you in filing.
A trademark is valid for 10 years and renewable indefinitely.
Yes, foreign applicants can file directly or through authorized Indian attorneys.
Government fees start from ₹4,500 per class for individuals/startups and ₹9,000 for companies.
Yes, each class requires a separate application and fee.
No, you can file based on proposed-to-be-used marks as well.
The Registrar reviews your mark for distinctiveness and conflicts, then issues an examination report.
You must file a counter-statement and may need to attend hearings.
Yes, applications can be filed through the IP India online filing system.
“™” is used for pending applications, while “®” can be used only after registration.
You will need to respond to the examination report with clarifications and supporting documents.
Yes, trademarks can be assigned or licensed to another party.
Initial filing is instant, but examination takes 6–12 months on average.
Applicant details, specimen of use (if applicable), and goods/services description.
Yes, non-US domiciled applicants must appoint a licensed US attorney.
10 years, with maintenance filings required between the 5th and 6th year.
A specimen is proof of how the mark is used in commerce (labels, packaging, website screenshots).
You can file under “Use in Commerce” (already used) or “Intent-to-Use” (planned use).
You can respond to the Office Action within 3 months (extendable) with arguments or amendments.
Yes, but each class requires a separate fee.
USPTO government fees start at $250–$350 per class, depending on the application form.
You may use ® only after registration. Until then, use ™.
Generally no, but certain petitions (e.g., for litigation or health emergencies) may allow faster review.
The TTAB handles opposition and cancellation proceedings for trademarks in the USA.
It is issued for Intent-to-Use applications, requiring proof of use before registration.
Yes, applications can be assigned, except Intent-to-Use applications before a Statement of Use is filed.
No, government fees are charged separately depending on jurisdiction.
Yes, but professional filing reduces risk of rejection and ensures compliance.
Yes, you can use ™ while pending. ® is allowed only after registration.
You can file a reply, appeal, or re-apply with modifications.
Yes, both can be filed independently to protect text and design elements.
Pick a unique, distinctive mark not descriptive of goods/services.
Classes categorize goods/services. You must select the correct class for protection.
Yes, if they operate in unrelated industries or classes.
No, protection is territorial. Separate filings are required in each country.
It allows international trademark filing through one centralized application.
™ = goods pending, SM = services pending, ® = registered trademark.
Yes, registration gives you exclusive rights and legal remedies for infringement.
No, domain names are separate. But owning a trademark can help in disputes.
It will expire and may be removed from the registry, opening it for others to register.