Trademark Registration
Application for logo registration can be done quickly and online. You can start using a TM symbol as soon as the application is made. However, the TM registration process takes up to 15-18 months. It includes various processes for validating the original owner of the mark. You can then use an R symbol along with it, and it will be valid till 10 years from the date of registration.
Individuals, all types of businesses, non-profit organizations and NGOs, societies, and trusts can all apply for a trademark. In the case of companies, non-profit organizations, and LLPs, the trademark application has to be filed in the name of the concerned business.
TM
Trademark
The TM symbol is for unregistered trademarks for which the application has been filed. The TM symbol is thus used to indicate that a trademark application exists with respect to the trademark.
SM
Service Mark
The SM symbol is used for the service industry, specifically for service mark applications. The SM symbol is used for applications that are filed under class 35-45.
R
Register Mark
Once a trademark is registered, then the applicant can start using the R symbol to signify that the trademark is registered and protected from infringement under the Trademark laws.
C
Copyright Mark
Required Documents
[su_box title=”1″]Applicant name; applicant is the trademark owner or the person authorized by the trademark owner[/su_box]
[su_box title=”2″]Applicant Identity proof; this can be PAN card, Aadhar card, driving license, passport, ration card or voter’s ID [/su_box]
[su_box title=”3″]Identify proof of the trademark owner; the individual or proprietor of a business [/su_box]
[su_box title=”4″]Applicant address proof[/su_box]
[su_box title=”5″]Address proof of the trademark owner; the individual or proprietor of a business[/su_box]
[su_box title=”6″]Business name and certificate of registration[/su_box]
[su_box title=”7″]Type of business organization and work activity[/su_box]
[su_box title=”8″]Particulars of the business objective[/su_box]
[su_box title=”9″]Registration address[/su_box]
[su_box title=”10″]Identity and business proof[/su_box]
[su_box title=”11″]Details of brand and logo; in case of a tagline with only words, there is no need of a logo; if a logo is used, then it should be submitted in black and white format; the number of words in the logo should be the same as mentioned in the application[/su_box]
[su_box title=”12″]Signed Form TM – 48 or Form 48; on your behalf, an attorney is authorized to file for the trademark application with the Trademark registrar[/su_box]
[su_box title=”13″]User affidavit to be submitted in case of a claim for the previous trademark in the application[/su_box]
[su_box title=”14″]MSME or Startup Recognition; Partnership firms and body corporates (other than an individual) can provide a certificate of registration under MSME or Start-up India scheme to avail 50% rebate on the Government fee[/su_box]
[su_box title=”15″]Proof of TM Use; to claim specific user data, documentary proof such as invoices, registration certificates, etc. with the brand name should also be provided[/su_box]
