Official Government Fees (Form TM-A)
The Trade Marks Registry categorizes statutory filing fees based on the legal entity type of the applicant:
| Applicant Category | Govt Statutory Fee | Our Professional Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Individual / Sole Proprietor | ₹4,500 / class | ₹999 |
| Startup (DPIIT) / MSME Udyam | ₹4,500 / class | ₹999 |
| Pvt Ltd / LLP / Partnership (No MSME) | ₹9,000 / class | ₹999 |
Pro-Tip for Companies: If your Private Limited or LLP has an active MSME Udyam certificate, the Government fee is instantly halved from ₹9,000 to ₹4,500. We assist you with Udyam registration if not already active!
Overcoming Trademark Objections (Sections 9 & 11)
After filing Form TM-A, the Registry examines the mark and may issue an Examination Report within 30 to 60 days:
Raised if the mark is deemed purely descriptive (e.g. "Sweet Mango" for fruit juice) or lacks distinctiveness. Our IP attorneys draft specialized legal replies demonstrating acquired distinctiveness and commercial user evidence.
Raised if a phonetically, visually, or conceptually similar trademark already exists on the registry. We file point-by-point distinguishing arguments, citing Supreme Court and High Court IP precedents to secure acceptance.
Once accepted, your trademark is published in the official Trade Marks Journal for a statutory 4-month public opposition period. If no opposition is filed, the Certificate of Registration is issued, granting you the prestigious ® symbol!