Documents Required for Trademark Registration
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KYC of applicant
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DSC of applicant
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Business address proof
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Image of Logo to be registered
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Mobile No. & E-Mail ID
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Certificate of Incorporation (For company/LLP)
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Partnership Deed (For partnership firms)
Additional Points to be noted for Trademark Registration
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Word/Logo should not resemble with any existing trademarks
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Registration will take 6 to 12 Months (in case of any conditions under intellectual property rights are not violated)
FAQ for Trademark Registration
Q. What is Trademark Registration ?
Trademark is an intellectual property consisting of recognizable sign, mark, word, colour, phrase etc. in order to identify products or services from a specific source.
Q. When a “TM” or “R” sign can be used with logo ?
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“TM” – It is used when an application for Brand Registration, Trademark Registration, Logo Registration, Punchline Registration is filed.
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“(R)” – This symbol is used when the Trademark Office issues the certificate of trademark registration
Q. Whether Trademark Applications are subject to rejections ?
Yes, If intended trademark is similar to an existing application or registered trademark, would hurt religious sentiments, contains geographical names or common words. It would also be rejected if it is likely to cause confusion.
Q. What is Trademark class ?
Trademark Registration authority has classified goods and services under 45 classes. Your application must mention the class/classes of the goods/services. The trademark would be registered under those classes only under which same has been applied.
Q. Is my trademark valid across globe ?
No, The registered trademark under Trademark Act 2000 is only valid in India. However it can be used as a base for registering the trademark in some other countries.
Q. Who can do Trademark Registration ?
Trademark Registration can be done by any person, pretending to be the owner of a trademark used or intended to be applied.
