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How to Register Trademark in India (2026): Fees, Process & Timeline

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A current, India-specific breakdown of trademark costs and timelines - the ₹4,500-per-class government fee and 6-18 month uncontested timeline every Indian founder should know before naming feels final.

  • Government filing fee is ₹4,500/class online for startups and individuals (numbers change, always confirm on IP India)
  • Uncontested applications typically clear in 6-18 months; contested ones take longer
  • Explains the TM-A filing form and the overall registration sequence in India
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The question it answers

  1. How do I actually check if a name is free to use - in India and internationally - before I fall in love with it?

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