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Online Wordmark Registration | Secure the Broadest IP Protection in Bangalore
Secure the absolute broadest protection for your brand name with expert Wordmark Registration. Prevent text-based infringement and dominate your market. Apply now.
Turnaround
7–14 Days
₹
Starts from
₹7,399
Money-back accuracy
Guaranteed
Total starting from
₹7,399
Professional + estimated government fee
Professional fee₹2,899 starts with
Government fee (est.)₹4,500 / ₹9,000 (Bangalore)
Turnaround7–14 Days
Money-back accuracy. CA/CS specialist. Tracked client portal.
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Total starting from
₹7,399
7–14 Days
Prof: ₹2,899•Govt: ₹4,500 / ₹9,000• Guaranteed
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CA-led, named point of contact
Tracked client portal
Real-time status, end-to-end
Money-back accuracy
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About this service
Online Wordmark Registration | Secure the Broadest IP Protection in Bangalore is a key regulatory filing administered by DPIIT / Registrar of Trade Marks / IP India.. Filing is executed via TM-A — "Standard character" / wordmark variant (no design, no font styling claimed); TM-48 authorisation. under Trade Marks Act 1999, ss. 2(1)(m), 2(1)(zb), 9, 11, 18; Trade Marks Rules 2017, Rule 11(3) — application for registration of a wordmark in standard characters. Rule 28 — alteration of registered mark limited to disclaimers/conditions.. Our specialist-led team ensures full compliance with statutory documentation, eligibility verification, and expedited government approval.
Eligibility & thresholds
Minimum
- Any proprietor of a word, name, slogan, coined term, or letter/number combination who seeks broadest protection regardless of font, colour, size, or stylisation. Wordmark protection covers the mark in ANY form of lettering (Rule 11(3) — "standard characters" disclaimer applies).
Maximum
- Marks that are exclusively laudatory ("BEST", "SUPERLATIVE"), generic terms ("APPLE" for fruit), descriptive words ("SWEET" for confectionery — s.9(1)(b)), common surnames barred under s.9(1)(d). Marks requiring stylised design to be distinctive are not registrable as wordmarks alone.
Statutory floor
- Adherence to governing Act
- Transparent statutory fee schedule
- Mandatory periodic audit disclosures
What's included
Everything in one transparent fee — no add-ons, no surprises.
Unrivaled Pre-Filing Clearance Protocol
We do not accept applications blindly. Our IP attorneys execute an incredibly exhaustive pre-filing clearance search. For wordmarks, phonetic similarity is the primary cause of rejection. We utilize advanced linguistics-based algorithms to search the registry for phonetic equivalents, foreign translations, and conceptual overlaps, ensuring your wordmark won't face insurmountable legal hurdles during examination.
Expertise in Overcoming 'Descriptive' Objections
The Trademark Registry aggressively rejects wordmarks that merely describe the product or service (Section 9 objections). Our legal team excels at formulating preemptive strategies. We guide you on establishing 'secondary meaning' through user affidavits and evidentiary documentation, or we architect legal arguments demonstrating the inherent 'suggestive' or 'arbitrary' nature of your chosen wordmark to guarantee registry acceptance.
Strategic Classification Architecture
A wordmark is only as strong as the classes it is protected in. We conduct a forensic analysis of your current business model, immediate product pipeline, and long-term expansion goals. We map these against the 45 NICE classifications to ensure your wordmark is secured across all relevant commercial spheres, preventing competitors from exploiting loopholes.
Rapid Deployment and Priority Securing
In intellectual property, priority is paramount. The first to file holds the superior legal claim. Our streamlined digital filing infrastructure allows our attorneys to prepare and submit your wordmark application within 24 hours of receiving the final mandate. This rapid deployment instantly secures your priority date and authorizes your use of the ™ symbol.
Aggressive Objection Management
Should the examiner raise an objection citing a prior conflicting wordmark, we do not issue generic replies. Our litigators conduct a micro-analysis of the cited marks. We draft comprehensive legal responses deconstructing the examiner's logic, arguing critical differences in phonetics, target consumer demographics, and channels of trade to force the application through to acceptance.
Post-Registration Dilution Monitoring
A registered wordmark can lose its legal power if it becomes genericized (e.g., 'Escalator', 'Aspirin'). We offer continuous monitoring services to ensure competitors or the public do not use your wordmark generically. We issue timely Cease and Desist notices to protect the distinctiveness and legal enforceability of your asset.
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 Wordmark Registration 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 Wordmark Registration 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 Bangalore, Karnataka. 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.
- 1TM-A filed in standard-character format (typed word/letter/number combination without stylisation).TM-A filed in standard-character format (typed word/letter/number combination without stylisation).
- 2Class specification under Nice Classification (12th edition).Class specification under Nice Classification (12th edition).
- 3TM-48 power of attorney.TM-48 power of attorney.
- 4User affidavit if prior use claimed.User affidavit if prior use claimed.
- 5Startup/SME certificate if reduced fee claimed.Startup/SME certificate if reduced fee claimed.
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.
- 1Customer⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 1: **Customer** shares the word(s); **I-Pro** runs a phonetic and wordmark publi...
**Customer** shares the word(s); **I-Pro** runs a phonetic and wordmark public search on IP India (Identical / Similar / Phonetic). - 2I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 2: **I-Pro** advises whether to file as wordmark, logo, or word+device composite.
**I-Pro** advises whether to file as wordmark, logo, or word+device composite. - 3I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 3: **I-Pro** drafts TM-A in standard character form (no font styling claimed).
**I-Pro** drafts TM-A in standard character form (no font styling claimed). - 4I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 4: **Customer** signs TM-48 and user affidavit (if prior use); **I-Pro** uploads.
**Customer** signs TM-48 and user affidavit (if prior use); **I-Pro** uploads. - 5I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 5: **I-Pro** files TM-A on the IP India portal and pays the fee.
**I-Pro** files TM-A on the IP India portal and pays the fee. - 6I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 6: **Registrar** examines under s.9/s.11; examination report typically 12-24 mon...
**Registrar** examines under s.9/s.11; examination report typically 12-24 months (regular). - 7I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 7: **I-Pro** files a TM-O reply within 30 days if objected.
**I-Pro** files a TM-O reply within 30 days if objected. - 8I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 8: **Registrar** publishes in the Trade Marks Journal; 4-month opposition window...
**Registrar** publishes in the Trade Marks Journal; 4-month opposition window (s.21). - 9Regulator⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 9: If unopposed, mark proceeds to registration; certificate issued under Rule 71.
If unopposed, mark proceeds to registration; certificate issued under Rule 71.
Post-registration compliance
What to file next. I-Pro handles these as part of the annual compliance package.
| Filing | Form | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Same as Trademark Registration - s.106/s.107 for f Penalty: Same as Trademark Registration - s.106/s.107 for false statements; loss of priority if Paris 6-month window missed. | Same as Trademark Registration - no statutory SLA; | Same as Trademark Registration - s.106/s.107 for false statements; loss of priority if Paris 6-month window missed. |
Filing
Same as Trademark Registration - s.106/s.107 for f
Penalty: Same as Trademark Registration - s.106/s.107 for false statements; loss of priority if Paris 6-month window missed.
Form
Same as Trademark Registration - no statutory SLA;Deadline
Same as Trademark Registration - s.106/s.107 for false statements; loss of priority if Paris 6-month window missed.
Penalties for non-compliance
Statutory penalties under governing regulatory provisions. Avoid non-compliance delays.
| Non-compliance | Provision | Penalty |
|---|---|---|
| Same as Trademark Registration - s.106/s.107 for f | Same as Trademark Registration - no statutory SLA; | Same as Trademark Registration - s.106/s.107 for false statements; loss of priority if Paris 6-month window missed. |
Non-compliance
Same as Trademark Registration - s.106/s.107 for f
Provision
Same as Trademark Registration - no statutory SLA;
Penalty
Same as Trademark Registration - s.106/s.107 for false statements; loss of priority if Paris 6-month window missed.
Common mistakes to avoid
Avoidable filing errors that cause delays or rejection. Each can be resolved before submission.
- 1Mismatched applicant legal name or identity details across KYC proofsWhy: Government verification APIs cross-check with UIDAI and MCA databases and automatically flag discrepancies in spelling or dates.Fix: Our specialists pre-validate your documents against official government databases before portal filing.
- 2Submitting outdated utility bills or non-notarized commercial leasesWhy: Premises proofs older than 60 days or defective landlord NOCs trigger statutory scrutiny queries and multi-week processing delays.Fix: We verify recent billing dates and provide pre-formatted, legally vetted landlord NOC and lease formats.
- 3Selecting incorrect classification, turnover slab, or statutory activity codeWhy: Applications filed under inappropriate classifications attract show-cause notices and potential rejection without statutory fee refund.Fix: We conduct a statutory scope assessment to align your application with the exact regulatory requirements.
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