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Comparison: Registration, Renewal & Restoration
| Aspect | Trademark Registration | Trademark Renewal | Trademark Restoration | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Purpose | To legally protect a new brand name, logo, symbol, or wordmark in India | To extend protection of an already registered trademark for another 10 years | To restore a trademark that has expired due to missed renewal | 
| When Required | When starting a new business or brand | Every 10 years before expiry of registration | Within 6 months after expiry of the renewal period | 
| Application Form | TM-A | TM-12 | TM-13 (with late fees) | 
| Validity | 10 years | Extended for another 10 years | Renewed for 10 years (after restoration) | 
| Fees | Standard govt. fee + consultancy charges | Renewal govt. fee + consultancy charges | Renewal fee + restoration penalty + consultancy charges | 
| Symbol Usage | ™ after filing, ® after approval | ® continues after renewal | ® continues once restoration is approved | 
| Risk if Ignored | Brand left unprotected, risk of infringement | Trademark lapses & becomes vulnerable to misuse | Permanent loss of trademark rights & legal protection | 
Services We Offer in India
- Trademark Registration (Wordmark, Logo, Brand, Symbol)
- Trademark Renewal & Restoration
- Trademark Transfer & Assignment
- Trademark Objection Hearing Support
- Trademark Opposition Filing & Defense
- Trademark Litigation & Legal Support
- Trademark Search & Consultancy
- Service Mark Registration (SM classes 35–45)
Trademark Classes in India (1 to 45)
Procedure for Trademark Registration
- Trademark SearchWe conduct an online public search to check for existing similar marks.
- Application FilingFile TM application (Form TM-A) with details of applicant, logo, and class.
- Trademark ExaminationThe Registrar reviews the application and issues an examination report.
- Objection HandlingIf objections arise, we represent you in the Trademark Objection Hearing.
- Publication in Trademark JournalAccepted marks are published for third-party opposition.
- Opposition HearingIf opposed, we file a counter-statement and appear in hearings.
- Trademark Registration CertificateOnce approved, you receive the certificate and can use ® symbol.
