Trademark Registration & Brand Protection Services
Secure Your Brand Identity & Legal Ownership Across India
Your brand name, logo, taglines, and product designs are among your company’s most valuable intellectual assets. Under the Trade Marks Act, 1999, securing official trademark registration is essential to establish exclusive legal rights, build brand equity, and prevent competitors or unauthorized parties from misusing or counterfeiting your goods and services.
At OM GARUDA GROUP, we act as your trusted compliance and legal liaison partner. With over 12 years of regulatory expertise, we manage the complete trademark lifecycle-from comprehensive availability searches and class classification to application filing, objection handling, and final certificate issuance-ensuring your brand remains protected under Indian law.
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Trademark Clearance Search & Risk Audit
Before filing, our legal specialists conduct a thorough search across the Indian Trademark Registry database to identify existing similar or identical marks, minimizing the risk of rejections, third-party oppositions, or legal conflicts.
Trademark Application Filing (Form TM-A)
Precision drafting and filing of trademark applications under the appropriate Trademark Classes (Goods Classes 1–34 and Service Classes 35–45) with the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM).
Examination Report & Objection Handling
If the Trademark Registry issues an examination report raising objections under Section 9 (Absolute Grounds) or Section 11 (Relative Grounds), our team drafts strong, legally backed counter-statements and attends official hearings to defend your mark.
Opposition & Litigation Management
Robust representation to defend your application against third-party oppositions filed during the trademark journal publication period or to initiate opposition proceedings against unauthorized infringers.
Renewal & Maintenance
Trademark registrations are valid for 10 years. We track renewal deadlines and manage Form TM-R filings to ensure continuous, uninterrupted legal protection for your brand assets.
Why Choose OM GARUDA GROUP for Trademark Protection?
Safeguarding your intellectual property requires strategic foresight and rigorous legal documentation. Here is why businesses choose OM GARUDA GROUP as their long-term compliance partner:
12+ Years of Proven Expertise
Over a decade of specialized experience navigating Indian statutory frameworks, government liaisons, and trademark registry workflows.
Proactive Risk Mitigation
We don't just file applications-we conduct deep pre-filing audits to ensure high approval rates and prevent costly legal disputes down the road.
Unified Business Compliance
Beyond trademarks, we manage BIS, ISI, WPC, CDSCO, EPR, and Legal Metrology certifications. You get a single, consolidated partner for all your product and brand compliance needs.
End-to-End Tracking & Transparency
From the moment you receive your TM application number (allowing immediate use of the ™ symbol) to final grant (allowing use of the ® symbol), we provide real-time updates at every stage.
Expert Hearing Representation
Our seasoned legal associates handle official trademark office show-cause hearings with high success rates in resolving registry objections.
Step-by-Step Trademark Registration Process
Trademark Search & Class Mapping
Prevents conflicts with existing registered marks or pending applications.We analyze your brand elements (wordmark, logo, slogan) and map them against the NICE classification system across relevant goods and service classes.
Document Preparation & E-Filing
Enables immediate use of the ™ symbol upon filing.Compilation of power of attorney (Form TM-M), user affidavits, logo proofs, and direct online filing on the official IP India portal (Form TM-A).
Registry Review & Examination
Formalities check pass & Examination report review.The registry reviews the mark. If no objections are raised (or after successfully filing an objection reply), the mark is advertised in the official Trademark Journal.
Journal Publication & Registration Grant
Grants legal right to use the ® symbol for 10 years.Following a 4-month public advertisement period with no third-party oppositions, the official Trademark Registration Certificate is issued.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
General Trademark Queries
What is the primary purpose of registering a trademark under the Trade Marks Act, 1999?
The Trade Marks Act, 1999 provides statutory protection for goods and services associated with a brand, granting the owner exclusive rights to use the mark and enabling legal action against fraudulent use, misuse, or infringement by unauthorized competitors.
When can I start using the™ symbol and the® symbol?
™ Symbol: You can start using the ™ symbol immediately after your trademark application is successfully filed and an official application number is generated.
® Symbol: You can ONLY use the ® symbol once the Trademark Registry officially approves your mark and issues the final Trademark Registration Certificate.
How long is a trademark valid in India?
A registered trademark is valid for 10 years from the date of application filing. It can be renewed indefinitely every 10 years by paying the mandatory renewal fees.
Process & Objections
What happens if the Trademark Registry raises an objection?
If an examination report contains objections under Section 9 (lack of distinctiveness) or Section 11 (similarity to existing marks), an official written response must be submitted within 30 days. OM GARUDA GROUP prepares custom legal arguments, user affidavits, and evidence to overcome registry objections.
How long does it take to complete trademark registration in India?
If the application faces no objections or oppositions, the process typically takes 6 to 12 months. However, brand protection begins from the initial application filing date once registered.
Can foreign businesses register a trademark in India?
Yes. Overseas entities can register trademarks in India directly through an authorized attorney/agent or via the Madrid Protocol system, designating India as a target jurisdiction.
Contact Us
Protect your business identity today before someone else claims it. Get in touch with senior IP consultants at OM GARUDA GROUP for a free, confidential trademark availability search and compliance consultation.