Why You Must Register Your Trademark Immediately
Registering your company name with the MCA or firm with the Registrar of Firms only prevents duplicate names in government registry—it does not grant exclusive intellectual property rights. A registered trademark protects:
- Brand Name & Slogan: Prevents competitors from selling goods or services under identical or phonetically similar names.
- Logo & Wordmark: Secures your unique visual iconography, color palettes, and typographic styling.
- E-Commerce & Amazon Brand Registry: Mandatory to prevent unauthorized counterfeit sellers from hijacking your online product listings.
- Commercial Valuation: Trademarks are intangible balance sheet assets that enhance enterprise valuation during fundraising or acquisitions.
Official 50% Government Fee Subsidy for Assam MSMEs
The Ministry of Commerce & Industry provides a massive fee concession to incentivize startups and micro-enterprises:
Official government statutory fee per class.
Standard statutory government fee per class.
Step-by-Step Trademark Registration Process
- 1. Trademark Search: Exhaustive search across IP India public registry to ensure name availability across classes (Goods: 1-34, Services: 35-45).
- 2. Application Filing (Form TM-A): Digital filing with Class-3 DSC. The moment application is submitted, you can legally use the ™ symbol.
- 3. Registry Examination: Trademark Examiner reviews the application. If objections arise under Section 9 or 11, our attorneys file written responses.
- 4. Journal Publication: Published in the weekly Trademark Journal for a 4-month public inspection period.
- 5. Registration Certificate: Final issuance of digital certificate valid for 10 years across India. You can now use the ® symbol.
Common Questions from Assam Founders
Q. What is the difference between ™ and ® symbols?
™ indicates that your trademark application is filed and pending examination. ® signifies that your trademark has been officially granted and registered by the Government of India.
Q. How long is a registered trademark valid in India?
A trademark registration is valid for 10 years from the filing date and can be renewed indefinitely every 10 years.
Q. Can I register a trademark from Guwahati online?
Yes. WebArtStudios IP attorneys conduct 100% digital filings through the IP India e-filing portal with same-day application number delivery.
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