Trademark Renewal Online India

Preserving Your Business Legacy

Expert trademark renewal services. We help you file Form TM-R before expiry to extend your brand protection for another 10 years without any legal gaps.

Don't let your brand protection expire. Renew your registered trademark for another 10 years and maintain your exclusive rights.

A trademark is a lifetime asset, but it requires care. Ensure your brand remains protected by filing for renewal before its 10-year validity expires.

Securing a trademark is just the first step; maintaining it is equally critical. In India, a trademark registration is valid for 10 years from the date of the original application. If you fail to renew the mark within this timeframe, the Registrar of Trademarks will remove the mark from the register. This makes your brand vulnerable to copycats and can lead to the loss of years of built-up goodwill.

The renewal process allows you to extend your exclusive rights for another decade. The application can be filed as early as 6 months before the expiry date. Even if you miss the exact date, the law provides a 6-month 'Grace Period' during which you can renew with a late fee. Beyond the grace period, the mark is 'Removed', but can still be 'Restored' within one year of expiry through a specific restoration process.

QuickTaxperts provides a streamlined renewal service. We handle the technical filings, ensure the government fees are paid correctly, and track the status until the new validity is updated on the IP India portal.

• Category: IPR
• Maintains the right to use the ® symbol continuously.
• Protects the brand's 'Prior User' status in potential legal disputes.
• Ensures the brand remains a valuable asset for franchising or sale.
• Prevents the brand name from falling into the public domain.
• Extension of protection for an additional 10 years
• Filing of Form TM-R on the official IP India portal
• Avoidance of 'Removal' from the trademark register
• Support for 'Restoration' if the deadline was missed

The Risks of Not Renewing

Why a lapse can be devastating.

• Loss of Rights: You lose the exclusive right to use the mark and cannot sue for infringement.
• Competitor Hijacking: Anyone else can apply for your brand name once it is removed from the register.
• Costly Restoration: Restoring a removed mark is far more expensive than a timely renewal.
• Asset Devaluation: The business value drops as the core IP is no longer legally protected.

Documents required

Document requirements vary by entity type, state, premises, and authority. These are the usual groups we verify before submission.

• Trademark Renewal Checklist: Copy of the original Trademark Registration Certificate.; Trademark Application Number and Class details.; Identity Proof of the applicant/proprietor.; Power of Attorney for the Trademark Attorney.; Proof of 'Use' (Invoices/Marketing) may be required for restoration.

Process and timeline

• Status Check: Verifying the current status and exact expiry date of the mark.
• Form Preparation: Drafting the renewal application (Form TM-R).
• Fee Payment: Payment of the statutory government renewal fees (₹9,000 per class).
• Registry Processing: Monitoring the IP India portal for the update of the new validity period.
• Renewal Receipt: Receiving the confirmation and updated certificate from the registry.

Expert review

Trademark Renewal Online India content is reviewed by QuickTaxperts IPR Team, Trademark Attorneys.

• Checklist-led review
• Document pre-verification
• Authority-specific next steps

Frequently asked questions

These quick answers cover common planning questions before you request a checklist or quote.

• How long is a trademark valid in India?: A trademark is valid for 10 years from the date of the application.
• When can I apply for renewal?: You can apply for renewal anytime within 6 months before the date of expiry.
• What is the government fee for trademark renewal?: The government fee for online renewal is ₹9,000 per class.
• What happens if I miss the renewal deadline?: There is a 6-month grace period where you can renew by paying an additional late fee. After that, the mark is removed.
• What is Trademark Restoration?: If the mark is removed for non-renewal, it can be restored within 1 year of expiry by filing a restoration application with an extra fee.
• Can I make changes to my logo during renewal?: No. Renewal is only for the mark as it was originally registered. Any major changes require a fresh application.
• Do I get a new registration number after renewal?: No, your original registration number remains the same; only the validity is extended for another 10 years.
• Can a trademark be renewed multiple times?: Yes, you can renew a trademark every 10 years indefinitely, as long as the business continues to use it.