Trademark Renewal Online

Trademark registration is essential for businesses to distinguish their goods or services from competitors in the market. However, it is crucial to ensure that these trademarks meet certain criteria. For example, they should not contain offensive elements, be distinct from existing trademark registrations in India, and not incorporate government logos or emblems.

The trademark registration application may be rejected if any of the above conditions are violated. Once a trademark is registered, it remains valid for 10 years and needs to be renewed before it expires. The renewal process can be initiated 6 months before the effective date of expiry.

A registered trademark adds value to your product or service by establishing trust, quality, reliability, and goodwill in customers' minds. It sets you apart from other sellers, especially when trading on popular online platforms like Flipkart and Amazon.

Please renew your trademark registration to avoid its removal from the register or Trademarks Journal after 12 months of expiry. To prevent this, the registrar sends a notice before the expiry date. Renewal is possible within 6 to 12 months after the expiry date by paying a fine. Ensure the longevity and protection of your trademark by utilizing our online trademark renewal service. We make the process seamless and convenient, allowing you to maintain your unique identity and reap the benefits of a registered trademark.

1. Trademark Registration Application Form copy
2. Proof of address and identity of the applicant
3. The trademark Registration Certificate copy
4. Power of Attorney for evidencing the representing of the applicant

1. An application for the renewal of a trademark in India should be prepared after complying with the required points.
2. It should be nearing the date of expiry.
3. The trademark should be held in the name of the entity or the business owner as of the case may be.
4. There should not be any conflict existing, and if so, an expert opinion should be sought by the applicant for the same.

Trademark renewal in India can involve either changing the logo or emblem of the trademark registration or renewing it without any alterations. The renewal procedure consists of the following steps:

1. Submit an application for trademark renewal using Form TM-R.
2. The renewal application can be filed by the applicant, the trademark holder, or an authorized representative assigned by the applicant.
3. The renewal will be valid for the next 10 years, and it's important for the applicant to regularly check the application status to ensure the registrar has processed it.
4. The acceptance or rejection of the trademark will be advertised in the official gazette, known as the trademark journal, issued by the trademark registry.
5. The renewal fees vary depending on the filing method:

• Online filing: INR 9,000/-
• Physical filing: INR 10,000/-

In some instances, business owners or management may miss the renewal date of their business trademark, resulting in its expiration. However, according to section 25(4) of the Trademark Act, 1999, trademark holders have the option to restore their expired trademarks. This restoration must be done within a maximum of 12 months from the date of expiry, accompanied by the payment of fines and prescribed fees.