Trademark Renewal
- Art Teacher
- London, UK
- 5-7 Hrs
A trademark is more than just a logo or brand name—it’s the identity that customers recognize and trust. Once registered, it gives you exclusive rights to use that mark in your business. But here’s the catch: a trademark registration isn’t forever—it comes with an expiry date. In India, a trademark is valid for 10 years from the date of application, and you must renew it to maintain your legal rights.
Trademark renewal is not just a legal formality—it’s a safeguard. If you fail to renew on time, your mark could be removed from the trademark register, leaving it open for competitors to claim.
The process allows you to renew your trademark as it is, or with changes in terms of ownership or details. The Trademark Office also provides a 6-month grace period after expiry, though with additional fees.
1. Copy of the Trademark Registration Certificate
2. Power of Attorney (if filed through an agent or attorney)
3. Applicant’s ID and address proof
4. Trademark application number
5. Form TM-R (for renewal)
6. Proof of payment of renewal fee
1. Check Renewal Due Date
2. File Form TM-R
3. Pay Renewal Fee
4. Acknowledge Filing
5. Grace Period (if missed)
6. Restoration (if grace period lapses)
7. Receive Renewal Confirmation
FAQs
Yes, certain non-core details related to the trademark owner (such as address) can be changed by filing specific forms during or separate from renewal.
Form TM-R is the official application form used to renew a registered trademark in India. It is filed with the Trademark Registry along with the prescribed renewal fees to extend the validity of the trademark registration for another 10 years.
A registered trademark in India can be renewed up to one year before the expiry of the existing registration.
if the trademark renewal is filed after the expiry date but within the 6-month grace period, an additional surcharge fee (late renewal fee) must be paid along with the renewal fee.