Trademark Registration in Mumbai
Your brand name and logo are among the most valuable things your business owns. OM Garuda Group helps Mumbai manufacturers, traders, startups and service businesses register their trademarks – from a proper search and class selection to filing, replying to objections and following the application through to registration.
- Law
- Trade Marks Act, 1999
- Registry
- Trade Marks Registry, Mumbai
- Validity
- 10 years, renewable
- Classes
- 45 (goods & services)
What is trademark registration?
A trademark is any name, logo, tagline, label or other sign that identifies your goods or services and sets them apart from others. Registering it under the Trade Marks Act, 1999 gives you the exclusive right to use it for the goods or services you register, and the legal power to stop others from using the same or a confusingly similar mark.
You can start using the ™ symbol as soon as your application is filed. Once the trademark is registered, you can use the ® symbol. A registration lasts 10 years and can be renewed every 10 years, indefinitely.
Trademarks are registered class-wise. There are 45 classes – classes 1 to 34 cover goods and 35 to 45 cover services – and choosing the right classes is what decides how well your brand is protected.
Quick check: does this apply to you?
- Are you launching a new brand, product line or logo?
- Do you sell online, or plan to use a marketplace brand registry?
- Have you seen a similar name being used by someone else?
If yes, file your trademark as early as possible.
Ask us: +91-9582839722Who should register a trademark in Mumbai?
Mumbai is where the Trade Marks Registry has its head office, and every applicant based in Maharashtra falls under its jurisdiction. For Mumbai's manufacturers, startups, D2C brands, restaurants and service businesses, a registered trademark protects the brand name, logo and packaging from copycats – something that matters in a city where new brands launch every day.
- Manufacturers selling products under their own brand name or logo.
- Startups and D2C brands – marketplaces use trademark filings for brand registry and protection.
- Traders and importers selling goods under a house brand.
- Service businesses – restaurants, clinics, consultants, agencies and institutes.
What you can register
A trademark application can protect many parts of your brand identity. Common filings for Mumbai businesses include:
Send us your brand name, logo and a line about what you sell, and we will run a search and suggest the right classes.
Trademark registration process
- Trademark searchWe search the Trade Marks Registry records for identical and similar marks, so you know the risks before filing.
- Class selectionWe identify the right classes and write a clear description of your goods or services.
- FilingWe file your application (Form TM-A) online. You receive an application number and can start using the ™ symbol.
- ExaminationThe Registry examines the application. If an objection is raised, we draft and file the reply within the time allowed.
- PublicationThe mark is published in the Trade Marks Journal, and third parties get four months to oppose it.
- RegistrationIf there is no opposition, or it is resolved, the registration certificate is issued and you can use the ® symbol.
Documents required
| Applicant | Name and address of the individual, firm or company; incorporation certificate or partnership deed for entities |
|---|---|
| Brand | The brand name, and the logo in JPG format if you are filing a logo |
| Use | Date of first use, with invoices or advertisements if you claim prior use |
| Fee category | Udyam (MSME) or DPIIT startup certificate, for the reduced government fee |
| Authorisation | Signed Power of Attorney (Form TM-48) and ID proof of the signatory |
If you do not have a logo yet, you can file the brand name as a word mark first and add the logo later.
Why Mumbai businesses choose OM Garuda Group
- 12+ years in government liaisoning for trademarks, BIS, WPC, Legal Metrology and EPR.
- Search before filing – we flag conflicts early so you do not waste fees on a weak application.
- Objection replies and hearings handled by our team, not left to you.
- Close to Mumbai – our office in Nalasopara (E) lets us visit units across the western and central suburbs quickly.
- Status tracking through examination, publication and registration, and reminders for renewal.
- Product approvals too – BIS, WPC-ETA, Legal Metrology and EPR for the products sold under your brand.
Areas we serve in Mumbai
We provide trademark registration support to businesses across all major industrial and commercial areas of Mumbai and the MMR, including:
- Andheri East
- Marol MIDC
- SEEPZ & Chakala
- Jogeshwari
- Goregaon
- Malad
- Kandivali (Charkop)
- Borivali
- Dahisar
- Sakinaka
- Powai
- Kurla
- Vikhroli
- Bhandup
- Mulund
- Ghatkopar
- Chembur
- Wadala
- Sion & Dharavi
- Lower Parel
- Byculla
- Lohar Chawl
- Masjid Bunder
- Navi Mumbai (TTC MIDC)
- Mahape & Rabale
- Taloja MIDC
- Bhiwandi
- Vasai-Virar
The head office of the Trade Marks Registry is in Mumbai, and all applicants from Maharashtra fall under its jurisdiction. Filing is done online, and our team handles all correspondence and hearings on your behalf.
Risks of not registering your trademark
Without registration, someone else can file for a similar name and create problems for your business, and you have to rely on a slower passing-off case instead of a straightforward infringement action. Marketplaces also ask for a trademark application or registration before they give you brand protection tools. Filing early costs little and secures your priority date.
Frequently asked questions
How long does trademark registration take in Mumbai?
You receive an application number on the day of filing. If there is no objection or opposition, registration is often completed in around a year, but it can take longer if the Registry raises an objection or a third party opposes the mark.
What is the government fee for trademark registration?
For e-filing, the government fee is Rs 4,500 per class for individuals, startups and small enterprises, and Rs 9,000 per class for other applicants. Our professional fee is separate and depends on the work involved.
How long is a registered trademark valid?
A registered trademark is valid for 10 years from the date of application and can be renewed every 10 years, indefinitely.
Can I use the TM symbol after filing?
Yes. You can use the TM symbol as soon as your application is filed. The R symbol can be used only after the trademark is registered.
What happens if the Registry raises an objection?
The Registry issues an examination report. A written reply must be filed within the time allowed, and a hearing may follow. We draft the reply and represent you at the hearing.
Which Trade Marks Registry office handles applications from Mumbai?
Applications from Mumbai fall under the jurisdiction of the Trade Marks Registry head office in Mumbai. Filing and most correspondence are done online.
Do you handle trademark registration for businesses across Mumbai?
Yes. We work with businesses across Andheri, Sakinaka, Goregaon, Kandivali, Kurla, Vikhroli, Chembur and Wadala. Our office in Nalasopara (E) lets us visit businesses across Mumbai's western and central suburbs quickly.
How many classes should I file in?
File in every class that covers goods or services you sell now or plan to sell soon. We review your business and recommend the classes that give you real protection without unnecessary fees.