Our expert consultation ensures a seamless experience in securing your trademark registration online through the Government of India’s official process.
The symbol ™ (Trademark) is used to indicate that a trademark application has been filed and is currently under examination. Once an applicant has submitted a trademark application with the appropriate authority (such as the Trade Marks Registry in India), they are legally permitted to use the ™ symbol alongside their brand name, logo, or any distinctive mark. This usage signifies that the applicant is asserting proprietary rights over the mark, even though it has not yet been registered.
Upon successful registration of the trademark, the symbol ™ may be replaced with the ® symbol, denoting that the trademark is now officially registered under the applicable trademark laws. The ® symbol provides notice to the public that the mark is registered and enjoys legal protection. The registration typically grants exclusive rights to the proprietor for a period of 10 years, subject to renewal.
GOODS (Classes 1–34)
Class Description
Class 1 Chemicals used in industry and science Class 2 Paints, varnishes, lacquers
Class 3 Cosmetics, cleaning and toiletry products Class 4 Industrial oils, greases, fuels
Class 5 Pharmaceuticals and sanitary products Class 6 Common metals and metal goods
Class 7 Machines and machine tools Class 8 Hand tools and implements
Class 9 Electronic and software goods (includes AI, mobile apps, computers)
Class 10 Medical and surgical instruments
Class 11 Lighting, heating, and cooking appliances Class 12 Vehicles and conveyances
Class 13 Firearms and ammunition Class 14 Jewellery and precious metals
Class 15 Musical instruments Class 16 Paper, stationery, printed material
Class 17 Rubber, plastic goods, insulation Class 18 Leather goods, bags, saddlery
Class 19 Building materials (non-metallic) Class 20 Furniture and related goods
Class 21 Household/kitchen utensils Class 22 Ropes, nets, tents
Class 23 Yarns and threads Class 24 Textiles and fabrics
Class 25 Clothing, footwear, headgear Class 26 Lace, embroidery, ribbons
Class 27 Carpets, rugs, mats Class 28 Games, toys, sporting goods
Class 29 Meat, fish, poultry, dairy Class 30 Coffee, tea, spices, bakery goods
Class 31 Agricultural and horticultural products Class 32 Beers, non-alcoholic beverages
Class 33 Alcoholic beverages Class 34 Tobacco, smokers' articles
SERVICES (Classes 35–45)
Class Description
Class 35 Advertising, business management, consultancy Class 36 Financial, banking, real estate services
Class 37 Construction, repair, installation services Class 38 Telecommunications and broadcasting
Class 39 Transport, packaging, travel services Class 40 Treatment of materials (industrial processes)
Class 41 Education, training, entertainment Class 42 Scientific, technological, IT, legal research
Class 43 Food services, hospitality, accommodation Class 44 Medical, veterinary, beauty care services
Class 45 Legal services, security services
💼 Let Our Experts Help You Choose the Right Class(es)
Trademark protection is class-specific. Filing under the wrong class may leave your brand vulnerable. We at ThemisWise Legal LLP ensure your mark is filed in all relevant classes to safeguard your commercial identity comprehensively.
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📚 TRADEMARK REGISTRATION – NICE CLASSIFICATION GUIDE
Identify the Right Class. Protect Your Brand Effectively.
At ThemisWise Legal LLP, we help you choose the correct trademark classes based on your specific goods and services, in accordance with the Nice Classification (NCL) system adopted under the Indian Trade Marks Act, 1999.
Online Procedure of Trademark Registration
🔹 1. Preliminary Consultation & Brand Audit Objective: Understand your brand, its scope, and intended use.
✅ Expert consultation to determine protectability.
✅ Preliminary advice on mark selection (wordmark/logo/device).
✅ Risk assessment for potential conflicts.
🔹 2. Comprehensive Trademark Search Objective: Avoid conflicts and rejections.
✅ Detailed clearance search across Indian Trade Marks Registry.
✅ Identification of visually and phonetically similar marks.
✅ Legal opinion on registrability and risk of opposition.
🔹 3. Class Determination (Nice Classification - Classes 1 to 45) Objective: Properly categorize goods/services.
✅ Accurate classification under international Nice system.
✅ Multiple class strategy for broader brand protection.
✅ Guidance on core and peripheral business verticals.
🔹 4. Document Preparation & Legal Drafting Objective: Ensure compliance with statutory format.
✅ Drafting of TM-A form and Power of Attorney (TM-48).
✅ Collation of supporting documents (business proofs, logos, identity docs).
✅ Legal curation of description of goods/services for optimal coverage.
🔹 5. Filing of Trademark Application Objective: Officially initiate protection.
✅ Filing of TM-A application before the Trade Marks Registry.
✅ Instant allotment of Application Number.
✅ Immediate eligibility to use the ™ symbol.
🔹 6. Examination by Trademark Office Objective: Satisfy statutory conditions under Sections 9 & 11.
✅ Formal and substantive examination of the application.
✅ Handling of any objections via Reply to Examination Report.
✅ Hearing representation by our expert attorneys, if required.
🔹 7. Publication in the Trade Marks Journal Objective: Public scrutiny and legal transparency.
✅ Publication initiates a 4-month opposition period.
✅ Monitoring of third-party oppositions, if any.
🔹 8. Opposition Proceedings (If Any) Objective: Defend and secure your mark.
✅ Drafting of counter-statements, evidence & pleadings.
✅ Oral representation before the Registrar.
✅ Proactive litigation strategy to defend the mark.
🔹 9. Trademark Registration & Certificate Issuance Objective: Full protection of brand rights.
✅ Upon no opposition (or successful defence), the mark proceeds to registration.
✅ Government issues Trademark Registration Certificate.
✅ Right to use the ® symbol officially across jurisdictions.
🔹 10. Trademark Renewal & Portfolio Management Objective: Maintain exclusivity in perpetuity.
✅ Trademark validity is 10 years from the date of application.
✅ ThemisWise offers renewal reminders, documentation, and submission services.
✅ Monitoring and enforcement of trademark rights across markets.
💼 Why Choose ThemisWise Legal LLP? 🎓 Led by seasoned IPR professionals
📜 Expertise in prosecution, opposition, and appellate stages
🧠 Strategic brand protection through class bundling and global alignment
🛡️ Full-service representation from filing to enforcement
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