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Overview

A Trademark Registration Certificate is an official document issued by the Trademark Registry of India under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. It confirms that your trademark has been officially registered and grants you exclusive rights to use the mark for the goods/services listed in the application. Once granted, your brand is legally protected from misuse, counterfeiting, and infringement for 10 years.

Benefits For Everyone!

Legal Protection

Legal Protection

Registered trademarks enjoy statutory protection from unauthorised use or imitation under the Trade Marks Act.

Nationwide Exclusivity

Nationwide Exclusivity

Once registered, you get exclusive rights across India for the listed class of goods/services.

Brand Recognition

Brand Recognition

The ® symbol enhances consumer trust, boosts branding, and builds market credibility.

Valuable Business Asset

Valuable Business Asset

Trademarks can be sold, licensed, franchised, or even used as security in business deals.

Right to Sue for Infringement

Right to Sue for Infringement

Only registered trademarks can legally enforce action against unauthorised users.

Ease in Global Registration

Ease in Global Registration

Indian trademark registration becomes a base for international filing through Madrid Protocol.

Investor and Customer Confidence

Investor and Customer Confidence

A registered mark assures stakeholders of your commitment to brand quality and legal compliance.

Documents Required

Below are the documents required for registration

1
PAN Card of Applicant
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Aadhaar Card or Passport/Voter ID
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Trademark Application Number
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Power of Attorney (TM-48)
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Proof of Trademark Usage (optional but helpful)
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Logo/Image of Mark (in JPEG format)
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MSME or Startup India Certificate (for fee concession if applicable)

Eligibility Criteria

Below are the Eligibility Criteria for Service

1
Individuals – Any person engaged in business, whether a sole proprietor or a startup.
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Companies (Private or Public) – Businesses looking to protect product/service identity.
3
Partnership Firms or LLPs – Collaborative entities using a common trade identity.
4
Trusts and NGOs – Organisations using logos or service-related marks.
5
Foreign Nationals/Companies – Global entities doing business in India.

Complete
Process

Step-by-Step: How Trademark Registration Works

Step 1

Trademark Application Filing

What Happens

File Form TM-A with trademark details, class, and supporting documents.

How Founders First Helps

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    Determines the correct trademark class and description

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    Files TM-A accurately with proper documentation and legal vetting

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    Shares the application receipt and TM number instantly


Step 2

Vienna Codification

What Happens

Automatic classification of figurative elements for marks with logos/images.

How Founders First Helps

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    Ensures logo-based marks are codified appropriately

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    Tracks backend classification status


Step 3

Formalities Check and Examination Report

What Happens

The Trademark Registry checks for errors; if any, they issue an Examination Report.

How Founders First Helps

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    Responds to objections (if any) through written replies or hearings

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    Drafts compelling arguments and legal justifications


Step 4

Publication in Trademark Journal

What Happens

If accepted, your mark is published for public scrutiny for 4 months.

How Founders First Helps

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    Tracks publication status

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    Notifies of any opposition and manages reply filing if required


Step 5

Trademark Registered

What Happens

If there is no opposition, or your defense is successful, the trademark gets registered.

How Founders First Helps

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    Secures and downloads your Registration Certificate

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    Notifies you of future renewals (every 10 years)

Why Founders Choose Us!

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Comprehensive TM Search Before Application

Comprehensive TM Search Before Application

We conduct an in-depth trademark availability check to avoid conflicts and increase approval chances from the start.

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Class & Description Guidance

Class & Description Guidance

Our experts guide you in selecting the correct trademark class and drafting accurate descriptions tailored to your product or service.

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Objection & Opposition Management

Objection & Opposition Management

If your application faces any objection or third-party opposition, our legal team handles replies, hearings, and documentation efficiently.

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Real-Time Updates & Tracking

Real-Time Updates & Tracking

Stay informed at every stage—we provide regular status alerts and milestone tracking until you receive your registration certificate.

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Secure Document Storage

Secure Document Storage

All your trademark documents are digitally stored and easily accessible whenever needed, ensuring safe record-keeping.

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Post-Registration Support

Post-Registration Support

Our support doesn’t end with the certificate. We assist with trademark renewals, enforcement advice, and legal use certification for continued protection.

Must Know !

Icon LogoTechnical Terms Defined

  • → Trademark (™): A unique identifier for goods/services—can be a word, logo, symbol, or combination.
  • → Registered Trademark (®): A trademark that has completed the registration process and has been officially certified.
  • → Class of Trademark: A specific category under which goods/services are classified, based on the NICE Classification system.

Icon LogoCommon Mistakes to Avoid in Trademark Registration

  • 1. Wrong Trademark Class Selection
  • 2. Submitting an Already Existing Mark
  • 3. Missing Objection or Opposition Deadlines
  • 4. Improper Documentation
  • 5. Failing to Use the Mark After Filing

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It's an official document proving your trademark is legally registered and protected in India.