Trademark Registration
Complete trademark registration services to protect your brand identity. Expert guidance for trademarks, logos, and intellectual property rights under Trademark Act, 1999.
What are Trademarks?
Understanding trademarks and their importance for your business.
Definition & Purpose
Trademarks are unique signs used to identify particular services or goods from a specific company. They can be signs, designs, expressions, or pictures that differentiate your product from competitors.
Protected under Trademark Act, 1999 as intellectual property
Validity & Renewal
- Trademark registration is valid for 10 years
- Can be renewed for another 10 years indefinitely
- Apply in individual name, not company name
- Common names and geographical terms cannot be registered
Benefits of Trademark Registration
Protect your brand and build business value with trademark registration.
Product Differentiation
Distinguish your products from competitors and build unique customer recognition.
Brand Recognition
Customers identify quality and features through your trademark, building brand loyalty.
Business Valuation
Increase company value, net worth, and goodwill in the industry.
Business Expansion
Build customer base and expand business with protected trademark rights.
Legal Protection
Exclusive rights to use trademark and legal recourse against infringement.
Customer Trust
Build consumer confidence and retain loyal customers through brand identity.
Who Can Apply for Trademark Registration?
Understanding eligibility and ownership considerations.
Eligible Applicants
Individuals
Any individual can apply for trademark registration in their personal name.
Companies & LLPs
Business entities can apply, but individual ownership is recommended.
Important Recommendation
Apply in Individual Name
It is recommended to apply for trademark in individual name rather than company name. If the company is wound up or struck off from ROC, you may lose the trademark rights.
The person named in the trademark registration form becomes the legal owner of the trademark with exclusive rights to use it for the specified goods/services.
Joint Trademark Applications
Key considerations for multiple trademark owners.
Ownership & Rights
- All joint applicants are considered co-owners with equal rights
- Application must clearly state names and addresses of all co-owners
- Licensing or assignment decisions require consent from all co-owners
- Legal protection extends to all listed owners jointly
Practical Advice
- Draft a formal co-ownership agreement before filing
- Consult with trademark attorney for clear ownership arrangement
- Outline rights, responsibilities and dispute resolution mechanisms
- Fees are paid per application per class, regardless of number of owners
Trademark Symbols & Usage
Proper usage of trademark symbols at different stages.
TM Symbol
Can be used after filing trademark application, but before registration is complete.
Indicates that trademark application is pending and rights are claimed
® Symbol
Can only be used after trademark registration is officially granted.
Indicates registered trademark with full legal protection under Trademark Act
What You Get with Register Your Startup
Comprehensive trademark registration and protection services.
Trademark Search
Comprehensive search for existing similar trademarks
Application Filing
Complete trademark application preparation and filing
Registration Certificate
Obtain official trademark registration certificate
Renewal Services
Timely renewal reminders and processing every 10 years
Legal Support
Protection against infringement and legal guidance
Ongoing Support
Continuous monitoring and trademark portfolio management
Trademark FAQs
For more details on Trademark registration, contact info@registeryourstartup.com
Protect Your Brand with Trademark Registration
From trademark search to registration certificate, we guide you through every step to secure your brand identity and intellectual property rights.