Who can file a TM-A application?

Any person - individual, proprietor, partner, LLP, company, trust, or body - claiming to be the proprietor of a mark used or proposed to be used in trade. Foreign applicants must appoint an Indian agent via TM-48.

What is the government fee for TM-A?

₹4,500 per class for individuals, startups (DPIIT-recognised), and small enterprises (Udyam). ₹9,000 per class for all other applicants. Each additional Nice class needs a separate TM-A and fee.

What documents are required?

TM-A application, JPEG/PNG representation of the mark (for device marks), TM-48 power of attorney, user affidavit if prior use is claimed, and DPIIT/Udyam certificate if reduced fee is claimed.

How long does registration take?

No statutory SLA. Regular track takes 18-36 months from filing to certificate. Expedited track (TM-M + surcharge) reduces examination to ~45 working days, but the full cycle remains ~12-18 months.

What is the difference between proposed-to-be-used and used marks?

"Proposed to be used" requires no evidence of use at filing; "used" requires a user affidavit with first-use date and supporting evidence; this affects priority and damages.

Can I file in multiple classes with one TM-A?

No. Under TM Rules 2017 a single TM-A covers a single Nice class. Multi-class filing requires separate TM-A applications, each with its own fee.

What is the opposition window?

Once the mark is advertised in the Trade Marks Journal, any person may file opposition on Form TM-O within 4 months from the date of advertisement (s.21(1), extended from 3 months under the 2017 Rules).

What if my TM-A is objected to by the examiner?

File a reply to the examination report on Form TM-O (TM-O reply) within 30 days, addressing each ground raised under s.9 or s.11. If the Registrar is not satisfied, a hearing under Rule 38 is scheduled.

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Online Trademark Registration in India | Secure Your Brand Identity in Pune

File your TM-A trademark application online with I-Pro Solutions. ₹4,500 per class for individuals/startups. Get expert search, drafting & filing support.

Statutory basis: Trade Marks Act 1999, ss. 2(1)(zb), 5, 6, 7, 9, 11, 18, 23, 25.

Turnaround

12-18 Months

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Total starting from

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Professional + estimated government fee

Professional fee₹2,899 starts with

Government fee (est.)₹4,500 / ₹9,000 (Pune)

Turnaround12-18 Months

Money-back accuracy. CA/CS specialist. Tracked client portal.

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Total starting from

₹7,399

12-18 Months

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CA-led, named point of contact

Tracked client portal

Real-time status, end-to-end

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Refile-free if our error

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About this service

Trademark Registration confers an exclusive statutory right to the use of a brand name, wordmark, logo, or slogan in relation to the goods or services for which it is registered. Governed by the Trade Marks Act, 1999 and managed by the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM), registration protects against counterfeiters, establishes nationwide priority, and creates an intangible commercial asset valid for 10 years and perpetually renewable.

Eligibility & thresholds

Minimum

Individual, startup, or enterprise
Distinctive name, logo, or tagline
Specific Nice classification (Class 1-45)

Maximum

Multi-class filing permitted
Series & collective marks supported
10-year statutory validity per renewal

Statutory floor

50% Govt fee discount for MSME / DPIIT
Section 9 (absolute grounds) clear
Section 11 (relative similarity) clear

What's included

Everything in one transparent fee — no add-ons, no surprises.

Comprehensive TM Search

Deep search across phonetic and visual similarities in IP India trademark database.

Nice Class Specification

Accurate drafting of goods and services specifications under appropriate classes (1–45).

Form TM-A Filing

Official filing on the CGPDTM portal with instant TM application number generation.

Attorney Scrutiny

Formulation and verification by specialized intellectual property advocates.

Status Tracking & Alerts

Real-time tracking of examination reports, journal publication, and objections.

Certificate Issuance

Delivery of official registration certificate with 10-year exclusive legal protection.

Government Fee Breakdown

Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. All figures verified as of 25 August 2026.

Fee Component	Amount (₹)	Basis / Authority
Online Trademark Registration in India Statutory Fee	₹4,500 / ₹9,000	Official government fee schedule (separate from professional fee)Statutory Authority
Total Government Fee	₹4,500 / ₹9,000	(for default assumptions stated below)

Fee Component

Online Trademark Registration in India Statutory Fee

Amount (₹)

₹4,500 / ₹9,000

Basis / Authority

Official government fee schedule (separate from professional fee)Statutory Authority

Total Government Fee

₹4,500 / ₹9,000

(for default assumptions stated below)

Government charges only — verified statutory schedule for Pune, Maharashtra. Professional fee separate.

Required documents

Each list identifies exactly what to provide — and what you do not need to submit. Use the accordions to expand.

1
TM-A Application Form
Filed electronically on the IP India portal with applicant details, nationality, and legal status.
2
Representation of the Mark
Word, logo, or composite format (JPEG max 8 cm × 8 cm, clear resolution).
3
Class Specification (Nice 12th Edition)
Precise description of goods/services under applicable Nice Classification (verbatim class heading not allowed).
4
TM-48 Power of Attorney
Authorisation of agent signed by applicant; stamp duty paid per state law (₹100-₹500).
5
User Affidavit (Rule 25)
Sworn before a notary with first-use proof if claiming prior use before application date.
6
Start-up / SME / Udyam Certificate
DPIIT certificate or Udyam registration to claim 50% government fee reduction.

How it works

Each step is labelled with who performs it — Customer, I-Pro, or the Regulator. Form names are linked to the official portal.

1
Customer⏱ 1-2 Days
briefs I-Pro on mark, class, and user-date; **I-Pr...
briefs I-Pro on mark, class, and user-date; **I-Pro** conducts a TM public search on ipindia.gov.in to assess risk. (Portal: IP India TMR Public Search.)
2
I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
drafts the TM-A application and class specificatio...
drafts the TM-A application and class specification in the Nice Classification. (Form: TM-A.)
3
Customer⏱ 1-2 Days
signs TM-48 power of attorney and user affidavit (...
signs TM-48 power of attorney and user affidavit (if prior-use claimed); **I-Pro** scans and uploads. (Form: TM-48.)
4
I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
files TM-A electronically on the IP India portal a...
files TM-A electronically on the IP India portal and pays the statutory fee. (Form: TM-A; portal: ipindia.gov.in.)
5
I-Pro⏱ typically within 1 working day
issues a filing receipt with application number (t...
issues a filing receipt with application number (typically within 1 working day).
6
I-Pro⏱ typically 12-24 months, faster under TM-M expedited route - ~45 working days
examines the application under s.11 (relative grou...
examines the application under s.11 (relative grounds) and s.9 (absolute grounds) and issues an examination report (typically 12-24 months, faster under TM-M expedited route - ~45 working days).
7
I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
files a reply to the examination report (Form TM-O...
files a reply to the examination report (Form TM-O reply under Rule 36) within 30 days.
8
I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
either accepts the mark for advertisement in the T...
either accepts the mark for advertisement in the Trade Marks Journal, calls for a hearing (Rule 38), or refuses.
9
I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
issues the Registration Certificate (Form TM-R not...
issues the Registration Certificate (Form TM-R not applicable - certificate under Rule 71). Total cycle typically 18-36 months.

Post-registration compliance

What to file next. I-Pro handles these as part of the annual compliance package.

Filing	Form	Deadline
Form TM-M / TM-R Renewal CGPDTM	`TM-R`	Every 10 years prior to expiry
Statement of Use / User Affidavit Trademark Registry	`Rule 25 Affidavit`	At filing or upon examiner requisition
Response to Examination Report CGPDTM	`MIS-R`	Within 30 days of examination report issue
Form TM-U (Registered User / License) CGPDTM	`TM-U`	Within 6 months of executing license deed
Form TM-P (Change in Name / Address) CGPDTM	`TM-P`	Promptly upon proprietor corporate change

Filing

Form TM-M / TM-R Renewal

CGPDTM

Form

TM-R

Deadline

Every 10 years prior to expiry

Filing

Statement of Use / User Affidavit

Trademark Registry

Form

Rule 25 Affidavit

Deadline

At filing or upon examiner requisition

Filing

Response to Examination Report

CGPDTM

Form

MIS-R

Deadline

Within 30 days of examination report issue

Filing

Form TM-U (Registered User / License)

CGPDTM

Form

TM-U

Deadline

Within 6 months of executing license deed

Filing

Form TM-P (Change in Name / Address)

CGPDTM

Form

TM-P

Deadline

Promptly upon proprietor corporate change

Penalties for non-compliance

Statutory penalties under governing regulatory provisions. Avoid non-compliance delays.

Non-compliance	Provision	Penalty
Failure to renew within statutory window	Section 25(3) Trade Marks Act	Surcharge fee + restoration fine up to 1 year
Unlawful use of registered symbol (®)	Section 107 Trade Marks Act	Imprisonment up to 3 years and/or statutory fine
Failure to reply to examination objection within 30 days	Section 21 / Rule 33	No extension of time permitted

Non-compliance

Failure to renew within statutory window

Provision

Section 25(3) Trade Marks Act

Penalty

Surcharge fee + restoration fine up to 1 year

Non-compliance

Unlawful use of registered symbol (®)

Provision

Section 107 Trade Marks Act

Penalty

Imprisonment up to 3 years and/or statutory fine

Non-compliance

Failure to reply to examination objection within 30 days

Provision

Section 21 / Rule 33

Penalty

No extension of time permitted

Common mistakes to avoid

Avoidable filing errors that cause delays or rejection. Each can be resolved before submission.

1
Proposing a descriptive or generic brand name (Section 9 objection)
Why: Trade Marks Act prohibits registering words that merely describe the product's character or quality (e.g. 'Pure Cold Pressed Oil').
Fix: We conduct pre-filing distinctiveness evaluation and suggest distinctive, coined, or arbitrary brand elements.
2
Filing without a prior phonetic and visual trademark search
Why: Existing registered or pending marks in the same or related Nice class trigger Section 11 relative grounds objections.
Fix: Our IP attorneys run exhaustive phonetic searches on the IP India database across all 45 classes before filing.
3
Selecting incorrect Nice Class or vague goods specification
Why: Protection is strictly bounded by the classes filed; incorrect classification leaves your primary offerings unprotected.
Fix: We draft precise, legally audited goods and services specifications matching international Nice Classification standards.

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