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Trademark Registration
Process

Presented By : Sravanthi Malladi &

Dharani Matha
-AKNU MSN campus | 2024
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What is a Trademark ?
The term trademark refers to a recognizable insignia, phrase, word, or
symbol that denotes a specific product and legally differentiates it
from all other products of its kind. A trademark exclusively identifies a
product as belonging to a specific company and recognizes the
company's ownership of the brand. Trademarks are generally
considered a form of intellectual property and may or may not be
registered

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Examples of Trademarks

• Apple Inc. • Starbucks • Coca- cola

• The iconic apple logo • The green mermaid logo • The distinctive red
represents Apple Inc., identifies Starbucks, a and white logo
known for its
multinational signifies Coca-Cola, a
innovative
technology products. coffeehouse chain. renowned beverage
company.
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Process of Trademark Registration
Stage 1 - Filing of TM Application

The Applicant to identify the Type of Trademark and Class(es) of Trademark for
filing the application with TM Registry. The Applicant has to authorize a Trade
Mark Agent through a Power of Attorney.

Stage 2 – Formality Check

The TM registry will verify the application, if the trademark application meets
the requirements
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Stage 3 – Marked for Exam

Once Formality Check is completed, TM Registry shall examine the trademark

application

Stage 4 – Objections (if any)

After examination, the TM Registry may put the application as objected if they
need more details / or if the Mark is similar to registered marks / or if they finds
the the applied mark is not registrable.
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Stage 5 – Hearing at TM registry

After the submission of objections, the TM registry may post the matter for
personal hearing for additional details / clarifications.

Stage 6 – Advertisement/ Publication in TM Journal

When the trademark is approved by the TM Registry, the details of Mark will be
advertised in the Trademark Journal. If anyone has Objection / opposition to
the registration of Marks can lodge Notice of Opposition to Trade Marks
Registry on Form TM-O within four months from the date of the Journal with
the prescribed fee.
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Stage 7 – Opposition, if any

In case any third party opposes the registration of trademark, TM Registry will
mark it as Opposed and the applicant has to make necessary submissions to
counter the Opposition.

Stage 8 – TM Registration certificate

After completion of 4 months from the date of advertisement in journal, the

TM registry shall issue a certificate of TM Registration to the applicant.
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 Use form TM-A for filing.

 Options for multiple classes, series trademark,
or collective trademark.
 Costs differ based on entity type:
 Non-startup, small enterprise, or individual: Rs.
9,000 (e-filing) or Rs. 10,000 (in-person filing).
 Startup, small enterprise, or individual: Rs.
4,500 (e-filing) or Rs. 5,000 (in-person filing)
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TM [™] Symbol
The TM symbol is used when a trademark owner files the
trademark registration application with the
Registrar of trademarks. The TM symbol indicates that a
trademark registration application exists concerning the
trademark and serves as a warning for infringers,
copycats, duplicators and counter-fitters.

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R [Ⓡ] Symbol
After a trademark is registered, the trademark owner can
use the Ⓡ symbol next to the trademark. The R symbol
signifies that the trademark is registered and is protected
from infringement under the Trademark Act, 1999.
Registered trademarks mean a text, logo, design, or
picture is legally registered with the Office of Registrar of
Trademarks.

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Power of Trademark Registration
Legal Protection
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1 Trademark registration grants you exclusive rights to use your mark, providing legal
protection against unauthorized use or imitation.

Brand Recognition
2 A registered trademark helps build trust and recognition among consumers, setting your
brand apart from competitors.

Asset Value
3 A registered trademark is a valuable intangible asset that can add considerable value to
your business and attract investors.
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CONCLUSION
Trademarks are invaluable assets that
create brand identity, prevent confusion,
and provide legal protection. They are
crucial for businesses of all sizes to succeed
in the competitive market.

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THANK YOU
Presented By : Dharani Matha &
Sravanthi Malladi