Documents needed for Trademark Registration

 

The Indian government has streamlined the Trademark Registration Process, which is an important tool for combating trademark infringement and unauthorised use. An e-application may include scanned copies of the required documents. Potential applicants can use a well-documented manual provided by the department as a guide. When submitting a Trademark Registration Application, identity proof, a few declarations, and status papers are required in addition to the documents identifying the trademarked entity. So, in this blog, we will provide detailed documentation required for Trademark Registration in India.

 

What is Trademark?

 

A trademark gives the products and services associated with the same business a brand name. It gives the company or business a distinct identity that no other company or firm can use or copy. A registered trademark owner has exclusive rights to protect the trademark. A registered trademark ensures the company has its own identity, in that customers can trust the products and services of the company, and its products and services cannot be copied by another company.

Documents Required For Trademark Registration in India

 

A) Documents required for Trademark Registration to Legalraasta

Ø  You must provide the applicant's name under which you wish to register your trademark.

Ø  A person, a partnership, a limited liability partnership, a foreign company, an Indian company, a trust or society, or any other type of business can be trademarked.

Ø  Your company's name and logo are almost as important as the products or services you offer.

Ø  What are your company's business objectives, and are they measurable outcomes that you want to achieve?

Ø  It is critical to provide the full address of the business that must be registered or the registered address for a trademark. The applicant's information, the proprietor's identification PAN and Aadhar cards as proof of identity, the nature, purpose, and location of the business, as well as address verification are all required.

Ø  It is critical to provide the full address of the business that must be registered or the registered address for a trademark. The applicant's information, the proprietor's identification PAN and Aadhar cards as proof of identity, the nature, purpose, and location of the business, as well as address verification are all required.

 

B) Documents required for Trademark Registration for Individual and sole proprietorship

Ø  Voter identification and a valid passport with name and date of birth are required as Nationality and identity proof.

Ø  It is also necessary to have an Aadhar card, a valid passport, a valid driving licence, and a digital signature to sign the application form.

Ø  A copy of the text you wish to trademark in English must be submitted. You must submit a soft copy of your logo, design, music, or sound in order to register it. The logo or design should be black and white, in JPEG or PNG format, and 8X8 cm in size.

Ø  If applicable, an affidavit stating the date of first use in India prior to Trademark Registration.

Ø  A list of the goods and services that require trademark registration.

Ø  Form TM-A or Form 48 or an equivalent form is required.

 

C) Documents required for Trademark Registration for Business Entities

 

Ø  A partnership deed that has been attested for a partnership firm.

Ø  All partners must provide KYC, which includes PAN cards, Aadhar cards, and so on.

Ø  GST is also required.

Ø  A trademark description is a description of a trademarked product or service.

Ø  Form-48, MSME, and Bills are required.

 

D) Documents required for Trademark Registration for Limited Liability Partnerships (LLP)

 

Ø  An LLP firm must provide a duly attested copy of the LLP certificate and incorporation certificate.

Ø  A digital signature certificate is required if you file for Trademark Registration Online.

Ø  If you want to trademark a word but don't need a logo, use Soft type logo, preferably in black and white.

Ø  A list of the products or services that must be registered.

Ø  If the mark contains or includes non-English terms, an English translation is required.

Ø   Registration for Udyog Aadhaar Certificate of Incorporation or Partnership Certificate for Petitioner Identification.

Ø   Forms 48, TM, MSME, and Bills are all required.

Ø  An affidavit stating the date of first use in India must be submitted if the trademarked product or other matter was in use in India prior to registration.

 

 

E) Documents required for Trademark Registration for Trust/Society/Association of Persons/Small Enterprises

 

Ø  A trust deed, registration certificate, or other evidence of the organization's existence. It requires a certificate of incorporation or partnership agreement, as well as business information.

Ø  A small business requires an Udyog Aadhar registration certificate.

Ø  As identity proof documents, the applicant's address, identity, and contact information, as well as proof of address from the company, are required.

Ø  A duplicate of the trademark or emblem that is identical to the original is required. 

 

Conclusion

As competition heats up, forward-thinking businesses are fueled by innovative ideas for improving an existing process or launching a new product or service. Trademark Registration becomes even more important in this scenario. Trademark Registration is a simple process that requires only a few documents and can be used to build a successful and trustworthy relationship with customers. Trademarks are a low-cost way for startups, small and medium-sized businesses, and individuals to protect a company's intangible assets, such as its brand name and logo, from abuse and infringement. Trademark Registration is a simple procedure that only requires a few documents and can help you develop a profitable and dependable relationship with your brands. LegalRaasta trademark professionals will not only help you register a trademark but will also adviseyou on how to use it.