Trademark Renewal

You should renew your trademark before the expiry of 10 years from the registration date. Renewal can be filed up to 6 months before expiry. We recommend starting the process at least 3 months before expiry to avoid any last-minute issues.

If you miss the deadline, you have a grace period of 6 months to file late renewal with additional fee. After 6 months, the trademark is removed from the Register and can only be restored by filing a restoration application with higher fees and additional documentation.

TM-R is the prescribed form for renewal of a registered trademark. It must be filed along with the prescribed renewal fee. The form contains details of the trademark, registration number, class, and renewal period.

Yes, a trademark can be renewed indefinitely every 10 years. As long as you pay the renewal fees on time, your trademark remains protected forever. There is no limit on the number of renewals.

You need the trademark registration certificate, trademark details (application number, class, date of registration), and proof of current use. Our team handles the complete documentation and filing process.

Yes, renewal is mandatory. If you do not renew, your trademark becomes inactive and can be removed from the Register. You lose all exclusive rights and anyone can use your mark. It is essential to renew on time.

Yes, a trademark can be renewed even if ownership has changed through assignment or transmission. The new owner must ensure the trademark is recorded in their name with the Trademark Registry before or during the renewal process. Supporting documents such as the assignment deed or merger certificate must be submitted. Our team handles both ownership change and renewal simultaneously.

The government fee for trademark renewal is ₹9,000 per class for individuals, startups, and small enterprises, and ₹18,000 per class for large companies (for e-filing). If filed within the 6-month grace period after expiry, an additional late fee applies. The renewal fee ensures your trademark remains protected for another 10 years.

No, trademark renewal in India is for a fixed period of 10 years. There is no provision for renewing a trademark for a shorter duration. The renewal fee covers the full 10-year term. If you do not wish to continue the trademark, you can simply let it lapse by not filing the renewal application.

If a company is dissolved, its assets including trademarks may be transferred to its directors or shareholders, or sold to a third party during liquidation. If the trademark is not assigned to anyone before dissolution, it may become abandoned. The trademark should be properly assigned before company closure to preserve its value and rights.

Yes, you can file a fresh trademark application for the same mark even after it has expired and been removed from the Register. However, the application will be treated as a new filing and will go through the entire process again, including examination and potential opposition. There is no guarantee of registration as third parties may have adopted the mark in the meantime.