A registered trademark is valid for 10 years in India and must be renewed before expiry to retain legal protection. Trademark owners can also make modifications, such as changing the address, ownership, or applicant details, by filing relevant requests with the IP India Trademark Registry.
If the renewal is delayed, the registry may allow restoration within 6 months with late fees. Failure to renew results in loss of exclusive rights over the brand.
โ Why Trademark Renewal is Important
Benefit
Description
Continued Legal Protection
Retain exclusive usage rights of your trademark
Avoid Brand Theft or Misuse
Prevent others from registering your mark
Supports Brand Legacy
Helps maintain brand recognition for long-term businesses
Restores Market Advantage
Maintains authenticity in B2B, e-commerce, and licensing deals
๐ Types of Modifications Available
Change of ownership or assignment
Update in address or contact details
Correction in applicant name or type
Addition/removal of class
Logo redesign (new application may be required)
Rectification after registry errors
๐ Documents Required
For Renewal:
Copy of trademark registration certificate
Application number (TM-R)
PAN & Aadhaar of applicant
Power of Attorney (POA)
MSME/Udyam (for fee concession, if applicable)
For Modification:
TM certificate and journal copy
Proof of change (e.g., address proof, assignment deed, etc.)
Digital Signature or authorization
๐ ๏ธ Services Included
Renewal application (TM-R) preparation and filing
Documentation and class verification
Registry status check and alerts
Rectification/modification form (TM-P, TM-M) filing
Government fee payment support
Objection (if any) assistance (add-on)
๐ Trademark Renewal Process
Step
Task
Timeline
1๏ธโฃ
Trademark status and expiry check
Day 1
2๏ธโฃ
Document collection and review
Day 1โ2
3๏ธโฃ
Filing TM-R (Renewal) application
Day 2โ3
4๏ธโฃ
Confirmation and certificate update
Day 5โ7
๐ Total Time:3โ7 Working DaysRestoration takes longer (up to 30โ45 days).
๐ Important Notes
Renewal can be filed 6 months before expiry
Grace period: 6 months after expiry, with late fee
Restoration not allowed after 6 months
Renewals are valid for another 10 years
๐ก Why Choose SITPakz Solution (SSPL)?
๐ Renewal tracking and deadline alerts
โ๏ธ Modification help with registry-approved forms
โ Quick digital filings and status monitoring
๐จโ๐ผ Affordable plans for MSMEs and professionals
๐ Pan-India service support including remote areas