What are the documents required for trademark registration.

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Any person, claiming to be the proprietor of a trademark used or proposed to be used by him, may apply in writing in prescribed manner for registration. The application should contain the trademark, the goods/services, name and address of applicant and agent (if any) with power of attorney, the period of use of the mark. The application should be in English or Hindi. It should be filed at the appropriate office.
The applications can be submitted personally at the Front Office Counter of the respective office or can be sent by post. These can also be filed on line through the e-filing gateway a

To apply for Trademark Registration in India, you need to submit specific documents depending on whether the applicant is an individual, firm, or company. The general document required for trademark registration are described below:

1. Basic Documents Required:

• Trademark/Logo/Wordmark: A clear image or name of the brand you want to register.

• Applicant’s Identity Proof:

• For individuals: PAN, Aadhaar, or Passport.

• For companies/LLPs: Certificate of Incorporation, PAN of the entity.

• Address Proof:

• For individuals: Utility bills, Aadhaar, etc.

• For companies: Registered office proof (like electricity bill or lease deed).

• Signed Form TM-48:

• A power of attorney authorizing a trademark attorney or agent to file on your behalf.

• Nature of Business & Goods/Services:

• A brief descriptttion of business activities and the class(es) of goods/services under which the trademark is to be registered.

2. Additional Documents Depending on Applicant Type:

• Partnership Firm/LLP:

• Partnership deed or LLP agreement.

• PAN and address proof of the firm.

• Private Limited Company:

• Certificate of Incorporation.

• Board resolution (if filing through a director or attorney).

• Startup/MSME (Optional but beneficial):

• MSME or Startup India registration certificate to avail of reduced trademark fees.

Conclusion

In conclusion, having these documents ready can ensure a smooth and compliant trademark registration process. Submitting correct and complete documents in the said format also helps avoid objections or delays from the Trademark Registry. Therefore, it is always advisable to reach out to experts’ assistance from reliable trademark attorneys or pioneers like Setindiabiz.