1. What is Logo Registration?

Logo Registration is the process of legally protecting a business logo under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. It grants exclusive rights to use the logo and prevents others from copying or misusing it.

2. Importance and Benefits :

 Provides legal protection against unauthorized use.

 Establishes exclusive ownership over the logo.

 Enhances brand identity and goodwill.

 Enables legal action for infringement.

 Helps in international trademark registration (Madrid Protocol).

3. Who Can Apply?

Any individual or entity using a logo for business identity:

 Individuals

  Proprietorship

 Partnership Firm

  Company (Pvt. Ltd./Ltd.)

  LLP

  Trust / NGO

  Startups / MSMEs

4. Documents Required :

  Applicant’s Aadhaar & PAN

  Business Registration Proof (GST, Partnership Deed, Trust Deed, ROC documents, etc.)

 Logo Image (JPEG/PNG)

  Power of Attorney (Form TM-48)

  Applicant’s Email ID & Mobile Number

5. Registration Process :

Step 1: Trademark Search

To check uniqueness and availability of the logo.

Step 2: Filing Application (Form TM-A)

Application is filed under the required class/classes.

Step 3: Examination

Registrar examines and may issue objections.

Step 4: Reply to Examination Report

Applicant must respond to any objections raised.

Step 5: Publication in Trademark Journal

Logo is published for public observation or opposition.

Step 6: Registration Certificate

If no opposition is raised, the logo is formally registered.

6. Validity

Valid for 10 years

Renewable every 10 years, indefinitely