Trademark Renewal
Renew your trademark registration for continued 10-year protection. File TM-R forms and maintain your brand ownership rights.
What is Trademark Renewal?
Trademark renewal is the process of extending the protection period of a registered trademark for another 10 years. A trademark is initially valid for 10 years from the date of registration, and to maintain exclusive ownership rights, it must be renewed before expiry. The renewal ensures continued legal protection and prevents the trademark from lapsing.
Renewal Timeline
- • Initial Validity: 10 years from registration
- • Renewal Period: Within 12 months before expiry
- • Grace Period: 6 months after expiry (with penalty)
- • Restoration: Up to 12 months after grace period
- • Further Renewals: Every 10 years indefinitely
Renewal Benefits
- • Continued exclusive brand rights
- • Legal protection against infringement
- • Brand value and goodwill maintenance
- • International registration eligibility
- • Licensing and franchising opportunities
- • Asset value for business transactions
Trademark Renewal Process
1
📅 Check Renewal Due Date
Verify the exact expiry date of your trademark and plan renewal well in advance.
- • Check trademark certificate for registration date
- • Calculate 10-year expiry from registration
- • Search trademark status on IP India portal
- • Plan renewal 6-12 months before expiry
2
📋 Prepare Form TM-R
Complete and file Form TM-R (Trademark Renewal) with accurate details and supporting documents.
- • Fill Form TM-R with trademark details
- • Provide current proprietor information
- • Update address or ownership changes
- • Attach proof of continued use (if required)
3
💰 Pay Government Fees
Pay the prescribed renewal fees based on applicant category and number of classes.
- • Individual: ₹9,000 per class
- • Startup/Small Entity: ₹4,500 per class
- • Others: ₹10,000 per class
- • Late fees if filing after expiry
4
🏛️ File with Trademark Registry
Submit the completed application through the appropriate trademark office.
- • File online through IP India portal
- • Submit to appropriate registry office
- • Include all required documents
- • Obtain acknowledgment receipt
5
✅ Receive Renewal Certificate
Obtain the renewal certificate confirming extended protection for another 10 years.
- • Registry processes renewal application
- • Renewal certificate issued
- • Updated trademark register entry
- • Protection extended for 10 more years
Renewal Fee Structure
💰 Government Fees (Per Class)
| Applicant Category | Renewal Fee | Late Fee (After Expiry) |
|---|---|---|
| Individual/Natural Person | ₹9,000 | ₹4,500 additional |
| Startup (DPIIT recognized) | ₹4,500 | ₹2,250 additional |
| Small Entity | ₹4,500 | ₹2,250 additional |
| Others (Companies/LLP) | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 additional |
🕒 Timeline-Based Fees
Normal Renewal Period:
- • 12 months before expiry: Standard fees only
- • 6 months before expiry: Standard fees only
- • 1 month before expiry: Standard fees only
- • Up to expiry date: Standard fees only
Grace Period (After Expiry):
- • 1-6 months after expiry: Standard + 50% late fee
- • Beyond 6 months: Restoration required
- • Restoration window: Up to 12 months total
- • After 18 months: Trademark lapses permanently
Required Documents
📋 Mandatory Documents
- • Form TM-R (duly filled and signed)
- • Original trademark registration certificate
- • Power of attorney (if filed by agent)
- • Proof of fee payment
- • Current proprietor's identity proof
- • Address proof of proprietor
- • Updated contact information
✅ Additional Documents (If Applicable)
- • Assignment deed (if ownership transferred)
- • Name change certificate (if name changed)
- • Evidence of continuous use
- • Updated business registration certificate
- • GST registration certificate
- • Startup recognition certificate (for discounted fees)
- • Board resolution (for companies)
Important Considerations
Critical Deadlines
Renewal Timeline:
- • Best practice: Renew 6-12 months before expiry
- • Last moment: Up to expiry date
- • Grace period: 6 months after expiry (with penalty)
- • Final chance: 12 months for restoration
Consequences of Missing:
- • After expiry: 50% additional late fees
- • After 6 months: Trademark protection lapses
- • After 18 months: Permanent loss of rights
- • Re-filing required: Fresh application needed
💡 Best Practices
Proactive Management:
- • Set calendar reminders 12 months before expiry
- • Maintain updated ownership records
- • Keep evidence of continuous trademark use
- • Monitor trademark status regularly
Professional Assistance:
- • Engage trademark professionals for timely renewal
- • Conduct periodic trademark portfolio reviews
- • Plan renewal budgets in advance
- • Maintain proper documentation systems
Timeline & Total Costs
⏰ Processing Timeline
- • Document Preparation: 1-3 days
- • Filing & Payment: 1 day
- • Registry Processing: 2-4 weeks
- • Certificate Issuance: 2-4 weeks
- • Total Timeline: 4-8 weeks
- • Urgent Processing: Available for additional fee
💰 Total Investment
- • Government Fees: ₹4,500-₹10,000 per class
- • Professional Fees: ₹5,000-₹15,000
- • Documentation: ₹2,000-₹5,000
- • Late Fees (if applicable): 50% of govt fees
- • Total Cost (per class): ₹11,500-₹30,000
- • Multi-class discounts: Available
Ready to Renew Your Trademark?
Don't let your trademark expire! Renew today for continued 10-year protection and maintain your exclusive brand rights.
10 Years
Extended Protection
4-8 Weeks
Processing Time
₹4.5K+
Starting Cost
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