Trademark

Designing a product or building a successful business is not an easy task. Businessmen are required to invest their valuable time, money, labour, and more to take a business to a certain level. For an individual to become a successful businessman, there are certain key essentials to be followed strictly.

As your business grows over time, you will find your competitors or unprofessional trying to find ways to downgrade your business revenue, copy your products or services, imitate your logo, packing, and other vital things that can cause a negative impact or sometimes ruin your business. Thus, to save entrepreneurs and businesses from such unethical business practices, experts at Valcus suggest you trademark your business name, logo, product, and more.

What is a Trademark?

A trademark is explained as the unique identity making your company, product, or service stay protected and secured. Brand registration in India is considered your business’s intellectual property/ intangible asset. You can trademark your company name to protect the investment made into building trust and loyalty among your customers or clients.

With the help of Trademark registration, businesses can sue the ones who try to copy their trademark. They can prevent others from using a similar trademark to the one registered by you. Thus, a trademark is a legal way to protect your business name, logo, products, and other assets. Valcus can help you also with your need for a trademark be it of anything allowed by the law including brand name, trademark your brand,

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Eligibility Criteria for Trademark Registration

In India, anybody can claim to be the trademark owner, whether he/she is an individual, proprietor, corporation, or other legal organization, they are eligible to apply for a trademark. For the same, they have to fill out the trademark application, and the "TM" sign can be used within a few days post registration following registration.

It takes almost 6-8 months for the Trade Mark Registry in case there is no objection raised by the Registry. However, in the case of an objection, it might take up to 18 months as well. Post the trademark is registered and the registration certificate is issued, the businesses or individuals can use the registered symbol – R. Post the completion of trademark registration, it will be valid for ten years from the registration date and has to be renewed at the due time

What all Can be Registered As a Trademark?

Businesses can register several aspects of brand image as a trademark. The aspects which can be considered to register a trademark online include:

1. Name - The businesses can register trademark brand names, Product Names, trademark brands, Business Names, abbreviations, etc. to make their business more secured.
2. Logo/Symbol - Most businesses trademark a logo because it visually represents their brand and make them unique. Customers can recollect a logo faster than a name in case you have trademarked your logo. Some examples of brand registration in India include brands like Nike, Domino, etc.
3. Tagline - If you have a unique or catchy tagline for your brand, you can trademark the same as well. A tagline is important as it informs customers about your business and how it is different from others.
4. Other Options - Some other things which businesses can trademark include Colour marks, Sound marks, Scent marks, etc.

Importance of Trademark

Trademark registration is important as it showcases the unique identity of the brand and helps businesses in building the trust of their customers. By securing the brand through a trademark, one can prevent unauthorized usage of its brand’s identity.

Moreover, the registered trademark owner has complete control over the trademark. The owner can use the same trademark for all other items that come under the designated class (es) category in the application.

Documents Required for Trademark Registration Online India

The list of the documents needed to trademark your business includes:

Applicant’s name
Business type
Business objectives
Brand/logo/slogan name
Registration address
The documents required are:
Signed Form-48
Identification proof of the signatory
Address proof of the signatory
Business proof (based on the kind of business)
Udyog Aadhar/MSME registration certificate (optional)

How Valcus can help with Trademark Registration?

The trademark specialist at Valcus does a thorough search of the TM directory and prepares the authorization letter. The experts assist individuals and businesses in filling out the form and applying with the Registrar.

So what are you waiting for? Call us right away to start the trademark online process.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What all things can be registered as a Trademark?

2. In how much time, can I file a Trademark application?

Filing up of Trademark application takes almost 18-24 months.

3. What all documents are needed for Trademark filing?

Trademark filing requires the below-mentioned documents

Copy of Logo (optional)
Signed Form-48.
Incorporation Certificate or Partnership Deed.
Identity Proof of Signatory.
Address proof of the applicant

4. What do you know about the Trademark Classes?

There are 45 trademark classes, and all goods and services are segmented based on these classes. One must be very careful while choosing the classes as affects the validity of the trademark for your company's products/services. If case you sell different kinds of goods/ services falling into several classes, it is advised to take the help of a trademark specialist who can file for a trademark under the appropriate class.

5. What is the validity of Trademark Registration?

Once a trademark registration is done, it will be valid for ten years from the registration date and has to be renewed at the due time.

6. Why hire a team at Valcus to trademark your business name?

Valcus in Delhi, India is a registered service provider serving clients for many years. We have an experienced trademark registration team who can help you at every stage. Hire the team at Valcus to trademark your business name today.