Trademark Search & Filing.
A trademark application in Form TM-A protects your brand name, logo or tagline for specific goods or services under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. We first search the IP India records for conflicting marks, then file a single-class or multi-class application with an accurate specification. Once filed, you can use the ™ symbol, while the ® symbol is reserved for registered marks.
Typically 3–5 working days from instructions to filing. Examination, journal publication and the four-month opposition period mean registration takes several months or longer, especially if objections or oppositions arise.
A partner — a chartered accountant or company secretary — from the first call to sign-off.
Based on your situation, and fixed in writing before any work starts.
Is this for you?
- Businesses launching a new brand, product line or logo
- Startups that want brand protection before marketing spend
- Companies whose company name differs from the brand they trade under
What you receive at the end.
- 01Search report with a risk assessment
- 02Filed TM-A with application number and receipt
- 03Status tracking through examination and publication
- 04Registration certificate when issued
Trademark Search & Filing, step by step.
Typically 3–5 working days from instructions to filing. Examination, journal publication and the four-month opposition period mean registration takes several months or longer, especially if objections or oppositions arise.
- 1
Clearance search
We search the Trade Marks Registry for identical and similar word and device marks in your classes and give you a risk view.
- 2
Class and specification
We identify the correct Nice classes and draft the description of goods or services, which decides the scope of your protection.
- 3
Application drafting
We prepare Form TM-A with the mark, the applicant category (individual, startup, MSME or other) and a user affidavit if you claim prior use.
- 4
Online filing
We file on the IP India e-filing portal and share the application number and filing receipt.
- 5
Tracking to registration
We track examination, publication in the Trade Marks Journal and the four-month opposition window, and act on any objection or opposition.
What we need from you.
Don't have everything yet? We send a short checklist after the first call and work with what you have.
- Applicant name, address and entity type
- The word mark, or the logo in a clear image file
- Description of the goods or services you sell or plan to sell
- Date of first use, with invoices or advertisements if you claim prior use
- Signed power of attorney (Form TM-48)
- MSME or startup recognition certificate, if applicable
The fee depends on your situation. After a short call, the partner who will do the work tells you what's involved and gives you a fixed fee in writing — before any work begins.
- Government fees and statutory charges are billed at actuals.
- When you pay — upfront, in stages or on completion — is agreed in writing with the fee.
Questions about Trademark Search & Filing.
Ready to discuss Trademark Search & Filing?
30-minute confidential call — no proposal, no commitment. A partner will write back within one business day.