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2 resources from Intepat we point founders to, and the questions each answers.

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Written specifically for startups rather than general businesses, so it leads with the 'first to file' urgency and DPIIT fee discount instead of burying them in procedural detail.

Trademark Registration for Startups in India: 2026 Guide

From Intepat

  • India is first-to-file, not first-to-use, file before or at launch
  • DPIIT-recognised startups get discounted government fees
  • Descriptive names are the most common reason applications get objected to
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Answers Should I trademark my brand name before I even launch, or can it wait till I have traction? What's the difference between the ™ I'm already using and getting an actual registered ®?
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The most complete single reference on fees, timeline and the ™ vs ® distinction, good as the one page to bookmark and return to at each stage of the process.

Trademark Registration in India: Complete Guide (2026)

From Intepat

  • Government fee is Rs 4,500/class (individuals/startups) vs Rs 9,000/class (companies)
  • Realistic end-to-end timeline is 6-18+ months to certificate
  • ™ is usable immediately on filing; ® only after registration completes
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Answers What trademark class do I actually file under for my D2C brand, just one, or more? How much does trademark registration actually cost and how long does it take in India? Someone's using a name very similar to mine, what can I actually do about it?
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