Trademark application TM-A and objection reply

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Trademark application TM-A and objection reply

What this means, checked by a CA

We search for similar marks, file your trademark application (TM-A) on the IP India portal in the right class, and if the examiner objects, we write and file the reply so the application is not abandoned.

₹2,499

One time, then renewal every 10 years, + 18% GST

  • Delivered in Application in 2 working days after documents; reply within 10 working days of the examination report
  • Due: File before launch; reply to an examination report within one month of receiving it

How we do it: IDFD

Every case runs through the same four steps: Information, Discussion, Forms, Deliverables. You see each one ticked as it happens.

InformationWhat we need from you · 7 items
  1. Brand name or logo file

    The mark to be registered

  2. Applicant name, address, entity type

    Decides fee and owner

  3. Udyam or DPIIT certificateOptional

    Lower fee for small enterprise or startup

  4. Goods or services list

    Decides the class

  5. Date of first useOptional

    Prior use strengthens the mark

  6. Use evidence: invoices, ads, listingsOptional

    Needed for objection replies

  7. Signed power of attorney (TM-48)

    Lets the agent file for you

DiscussionWhat we discuss · 5 items
  1. Is the name a common or descriptive word for your product?

    Higher risk of a Section 9 objection

  2. Have you been using the mark already, and since when?

    Use date and evidence help in replies

  3. Which products or services, now and in the next 2 years?

    Decides classes and cost

  4. Are you an individual, startup or small enterprise?

    Half the government fee

  5. Wordmark, logo or both?

    Separate applications protect each

FormsForms we file · 6 items
  1. Search the trademark register for similar marks in the class

    Where: https://ipindia.gov.in. Due: Before filing

  2. File TM-A with mark, class, goods or services, user date and fee

    Fee = ₹4,500 or ₹9,000 times number of classes

    Where: IP India comprehensive e-filing. Due: Before launch

  3. Track status until examination report issues

    Where: IP India status search. Due: Every two weeks

  4. File reply to examination report with evidence

    Where: IP India e-filing, reply to examination report. Due: Within one month of receiving the report

  5. Attend show cause hearing if listed

    Where: IP India hearing (usually online). Due: On the hearing date

  6. Watch for opposition after Journal advertisement; file counter-statement on TM-O if opposed

    Where: IP India e-filing. Due: Within two months of the opposition notice

DeliverablesWhat you get · 3 items
  1. Application number and filing receipt

    When: Same day as filing

  2. Filed reply to examination report

    When: Within the one month window

  3. Registration certificate

    When: After the four month opposition window, if unopposed

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