Trademark Renewal
File your trademark renewal application to extend your Trademark rights for the next 10 years
What is Trademark Renewal?
A registered trademark in India expires after 10 years. But, it can be kept permanent by filing a trademark renewal application online or offline by paying necessary renewal fees every 10 years. This application has to be filed on or before 6 months from the date of expiration of the registration. Trademark Renewal in India can help you keep your trademark perpetual and permanent as there are no restrictions on how many times and for how many years you wish to keep your trademark status active and registered.
Benefits of Trademark Renewal in India
Protection from Frivolous Litigation
It is possible to have a seamless trademark protection without any chances of litigation. Renewal of trademarks makes impossible for someone to claim rights over it other than the trademark owner.
Extension of Ownership Rights
One can avail protection from infringement of rights over the brand name. The exclusive rights over the trademark are extended for 10 years after each renewal. Hence it provides a permanent protection of your brand and goodwill created by the brand.
Brand Name Security
Renewal of trademark promises continuous and unhindered protection of the brand name. Failure of renewal leads to a lapse of legal protection in Brand name.
Monetary Returns
A trademark owner has the exclusive rights to assign or license the mark to someone else in return of some monetary compensation. Thus, one can make a profit from a registered trademark as well.
Documents required for trademark renewal application
Proof of Applicant
PAN Card and Address Proof of Applicant
Certificate of registration (other than Individual applicant)
Certificate of registration (other than Individual applicant)
TM Certificate
Trademark registration certificate issued by Registry
Power of Attorney
It allows the attorney to file the trademark renewal application on your behalf with the trademark registry
Copy of TM-A
The application filed with the TM Registry for its registration is to be provided
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Renew your TM in 3 Easy Steps
1. Follow Quick Process
- Spare less than 10 minutes to fill our online Questionnaire
- Upload all the required documents
- Make payment through secured payment gateways
2. Experts available for Help
- Assigned Relationship Manager
- Consultation regarding the renewal
- Provide Application No & TM Registration Certificate
- Preparation & Filing of Application
3. Your Trademark Opposition Application is ready
- All it takes is 3-4 working days*
*Subject to Government processing time
Process for Trademark Renewal online
Day 1 – Collection
- Discussion and collection of basic Information
- Provide required documents for trademark renewal services
DAY 2-3 – Execution
- Drafting of Documents by Professionals
DAY 4 – Submission
- Filing of online TM renewal application
- Sharing the acknowledgement
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Frequently Asked Questions
When do I need to apply for Trademark Renewal in India?
An online application for renewal of Trademark in India shall be made no earlier than 1 year before the expiry of 10 years from the date of application. The application of Trademark Renewal after the expiry of a period of 10 years can be made only by payment of additional fees. Hence applying for renewal 6 months prior to the expiry date is ideal.
Can I renew the Trademark even after expiry of period i.e. 10 years?
The Registry of Trademark may condone the period of delay for renewal of trademark by 6 months after the expiry of 10 years. Online application for Trademark Renewal in India can be made after the expiry of 10 years with a payment of additional fees.
What is Trademark Renewal Process in India?
An online trademark renewal application shall be made with the help of Registered Trademark Attorney in India with the payment of renewal fee and additional or late fee (as applicable). A trademark renewal request can be filed six months prior to the date of trademark expiry. Before the expiry of the trademark, the registrar sends a notice to the owner regarding the expiry and the renewal fees and conditions. In case of lapse, the trademark gets removed from the register. An extension period of six months post-expiration is given in case one misses the deadline along with an additional late fee.
What if the trademark expires?
You can apply for the restoration of an expired trademark within 6 months from its expiry date to keep using it. But the delay of 6 months can be risky and shall attract additional fees and documentation.
What is difference between a trademark registration and a Trademark renewal?
Trademark Registration is a long process that takes a number of documents and requires more time than the renewal. A renewal is basically for continuing your ownership and use of the trademark, while registration is the initial process to get its exclusive ownership. After completion of every 10 years, the trademark needs to be renewed.
What are the consequences of failure to renew the trademark?
In the case of non-renewal, the consequences are severe. Because the trademark would be removed from the register and any other person can claim it and get it registered to their name.
Whether there will be any changes in the rights after renewal of trademark?
Trademark renewal does not create any changes in the rights of the trademark holder. As long as the trademark is valid, the trademark holder would enjoy all the rights that he/she acquired during the primary registration.
Is the trademark valid outside India?
Trademarks are usually territorial and are valid only in the country where they are filed. However, one can file for registration separately in individual countries, which can be an expensive proposition or you can submit an application via WIPO or CTM for registration across multiple countries.
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