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Information about Trademarks in India!!


Brief background about Trade Marks

The Trade Marks Registry was established in India in 1940 and presently it administers the Trade Marks Act, 1999 and the rules there under. It acts as a resource and information centre and is a facilitator in matters relating to trade marks in the country.

The objective of the Trade Marks Act, 1999 is to register trade marks applied for in the country and to provide for better protection of trade mark for goods and services and also to prevent fraudulent use of the mark.

The main function of the Registry is to register trade marks which qualify for registration under the Act and Rules.

 

The Work Flow Chart for Trade Marks application

 

 

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Symbols used for Trade Marked products/entity

 

Identified by the symbols ™ (not yet registered) and ® (registered).

 

Advantages of Trade Marks

 

  • Once registered, a brand obtains rights equivalent to registered title, like property.
  • Once a trademark is registered, the owner holds certain exclusive rights to use it.
  • Trademark registration prevents competitors from copying your intellectual property. 
  • A registered trade mark can be assigned, conveyed, or licensed.
  • Royalties can attach to license arrangements regarding its use.
  • A registered trade mark can be held in your own name or in your company’s name.
  • A registered trade mark is evidence of title.

 

Documents to be executed

 

  • Form TM1 & additional representation 6 copies with sign and seal
  • Form TM 48 in Rs. 100/- stamp paper

 

Details required for trademark registration

 

  • Name of the company and PAN
  • Registered Office Address
  • Logo in Black and White & Name
  • Date of use or Proposed use of the mark
  • Goods/Services over which the mark is used (about the business)

 

To know more about the Trade Marks you can check the Trademarks Practice & Procedures manual.

 

Also if you need any help in getting more information about Trademarks or to register for Trademarks you can contact.

 

Cogzidel Consultancy Services Pvt. Ltd.

 

Contact Person: Mr.Bala Murugan

Email: bala@cogzidel.com