A trademark, encompassing phrases, logos, designs, or color combinations, uniquely identifies and differentiates a brand, product, or service. Globally recognized as valuable intellectual property, a registered trademark protects the brand, grants the owner rights to pursue infringement actions, and prevents unauthorized use.
Benefits of Trademark Registration :
Indefinite Asset: Trademark registration provides numerous advantages, transforming the trademark into a tradable, franchisable, and licensable intangible asset while safeguarding the company’s goods and services from infringement.
Unique Identity: A trademark emphasizes the distinctiveness of a business’s offerings, setting them apart from competitors.
Legal Protection: Owners of registered trademarks can enforce their rights against unauthorized use of their logo, brand, or slogan, with registration serving as substantial evidence in legal disputes.
Duration of Validity: Registered trademarks are valid for 10 years and require periodic renewal.
Requirements For Registering a Trademark
– Details of the brand name, logo, symbol, or slogan to be registered
– Date of first use of the trademark
– Name and address of the trademark owner, including names of all company members if applicable
– Completed TM-48 authorization form
– Trademark registration fees
– MSME or Startup recognition certificate
– Partnership firms and corporations can provide MSME or Startup India registration certificates for a 50% fee rebate
– Completed TM-A application form
