Trademark Protection Fees in India - Government & Professional Costs
Trademark protection helps businesses safeguard their brand identity, monitor trademark applications, and respond to objections or hearings. The overall expense can include official government charges and professional service Fees. Understanding trademark protection Fees in India helps applicants compare the statutory filing requirements with professional plans that provide services such as trademark monitoring, objection support, hearing assistance, and infringement support.
What is the Cost of Trademark Protection?
The cost of trademark protection depends on the type of protection and professional assistance required. Expenses can involve government filing charges and professional service Fees. The applicant category, number of trademark classes, filing requirements, monitoring period, objection handling, hearing support, and infringement assistance can influence the overall amount payable.
Applicants can review the Trademark Protection service to understand the available protection options and registration-related assistance.
Trademark Protection Registration Cost Components
Trademark protection cost components generally consist of official government fees and professional service charges. Government fees are paid for statutory trademark applications and related proceedings, while professional Fees cover assistance and services included within the selected protection plan.
| Component | Notes |
|---|---|
| Trademark filing | Application for registration of the trademark in the applicable class or classes. |
| Government fee | Statutory fee payable to the Government for trademark filing and other applicable proceedings. |
| Trademark monitoring | Monitoring of the trademark application and relevant government activity. |
| Objection support | Professional assistance with responding to government objections where included in the selected package. |
| Hearing support | Assistance relating to trademark hearings where covered by the selected protection plan. |
| Infringement support | Professional assistance relating to trademark infringement matters according to the selected plan. |
Government Fees for Trademark Protection
Government Fees for trademark registration are prescribed under the Trade Marks Rules. For an online TM-A application, the official fee is based on the applicant category. The fee is charged for each class and each mark, so applications covering multiple classes can have higher statutory charges.
| Government Fee Component | Applicant Category | E-Filing Fee |
|---|---|---|
| TM-A trademark registration | Individual / Startup / Small Enterprise | ₹4,500 |
| TM-A trademark registration | All other applicants | ₹9,000 |
| Trademark renewal | Per class | ₹9,000 |
| Notice of opposition / counterstatement | Per class | ₹2,700 |
The official government fee schedule specifies that the TM-A registration fee is applicable for each class and each mark. Additional statutory charges can apply to other trademark proceedings, depending on the application or request being filed.
Professional Fee Structure for Trademark Protection
IndiaFilings lists three professional plans for trademark protection. The packages provide different levels and durations of brand monitoring and support. The current listed professional Fees are ₹10,899 + GST for Trademark 360, ₹9,899 + GST for Trademark Protection for one year, and ₹15,899 + GST for Trademark Protection for three years.
| Plan Package | Professional Fee |
|---|---|
| Trademark 360 (Trademark Protection + TM Filing + Form 48) | ₹10,899 + GST |
| Trademark Protection (1 Year) | ₹9,899 + GST |
| Trademark Protection (3 Years) | ₹15,899 + GST |
For the latest package information, applicants can review the Trademark Protection Pricing page before selecting a professional plan.
Key Factors Affecting Trademark Protection Cost
Several factors can affect the overall trademark protection cost. The applicant category, number of classes, type of trademark service, duration of protection support, and requirement for objection, hearing, or infringement assistance can all influence the applicable government or professional charges.
- Applicant category: Government filing Fees differ for individuals, startups, small enterprises, and other applicants.
- Number of classes: Official trademark filing Fees are generally calculated for each class and each mark.
- Protection duration: Professional plans may provide support for different periods.
- Objections: Applications receiving government objections may require professional response assistance.
- Hearing requirements: A scheduled trademark hearing may require additional professional support depending on the selected package.
- Infringement matters: The extent of infringement assistance varies according to the protection plan selected.
What is Included in a Professional Trademark Protection Package
IndiaFilings offers different trademark protection packages with specific services and deliverables. The available plans include combinations of trademark search, filing, monitoring, legal support, objection assistance, hearing assistance, and infringement support. The exact services depend on the package selected by the applicant.
What's included:
- Trademark Search
- Trademark Filing (One Class)
- Government Fee Payable Directly to Government
- Trademark Software
- Objection Response
- Brand Guard for one application and one class
- Appointment of Lawyer
- Objection support
- Hearing support
- Infringement support
Businesses looking specifically for registration assistance can also explore Trademark Registration to understand the registration process and related professional services.
Additional Fees for Trademark Protection
Additional government or professional charges may arise when an applicant requires services beyond the selected protection package. For example, statutory Fees can apply to additional classes, opposition proceedings, renewal, amendments, or other trademark requests. Applicants should verify the applicable official fee and the scope of their professional package for each additional requirement.
The appropriate government charge can vary according to the form, proceeding, applicant category, and number of classes involved. Professional charges can similarly depend on the additional service requested and the assistance required during the trademark lifecycle.
Why Choose IndiaFilings for Trademark Protection
IndiaFilings provides professional support for businesses seeking Trademark Protection services. Its plans can assist with trademark search, filing, application monitoring, objection response, hearing support, lawyer appointment, and infringement-related assistance, depending on the selected package. Businesses can also explore the wider Trademark services available through the platform. Start your Trademark Protection process with IndiaFilings and get professional assistance for protecting and managing your brand.
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