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Looking for reliable trademark registration in Gurgaon? AVC India provides end-to-end brand protection services including comprehensive trademark search, class determination, TM-A filing, examination report replies, opposition defense, and renewal management. We help businesses across DLF Cyber City, Udyog Vihar, Golf Course Road, and IMT Manesar secure their brand identity under the Trade Marks Act, 1999.
A trademark is not just a name or logo it is the legal foundation of your brand identity, customer trust, and competitive advantage. In India’s first-to-file trademark system, the date of application determines your priority rights. Waiting even weeks can mean losing your brand name to a squatter or a competitor .
At AVC India (Aggarwal Varun & Co.), we provide comprehensive trademark registration services in Gurgaon for startups, MSMEs, manufacturers, IT/ITeS companies, D2C brands, and established corporations across Delhi NCR. Our chartered accountants and IP specialists guide you through every stage from pre-filing clearance search to certificate issuance.
We understand Gurgaon’s diverse business landscape: SaaS companies in DLF Cyber City protecting product names, manufacturers in IMT Manesar safeguarding their trade dress, and retail brands on Golf Course Road securing logos and taglines. Whether you are filing as an individual, a DPIIT-recognized startup, an MSME, or a private limited company, we ensure your application is accurate, strategically classified, and positioned for smooth examination.
Our process begins with a thorough search of the IP India database and WIPO Global Brand Database to identify potential conflicts before you invest in filing fees . We then determine the correct Nice Classification, prepare the TM-A application with precise goods/services descriptions, and manage the entire prosecution lifecycle including examination report replies, show cause hearing representation, and opposition proceedings.
Registered marks enable civil injunctions, damages claims, customs recordal, and criminal prosecution under Sections 103 and 104 of the Trade Marks Act .
Startups must protect their brand name before launch, app store listing, or investor pitch. DPIIT-recognized startups qualify for the reduced government fee of ₹4,500 per class per mark. We help you secure your product name, logo, and tagline with priority filing.
Manufacturers protect trade names, product brands, packaging designs, and trade dress. Udyam-registered MSMEs also qualify for the ₹4,500 reduced fee per class. We ensure correct classification of goods under Classes 1–34 and strategic coverage for product lines
Software companies protect product names, app names, SaaS brands, and service marks under Classes 9, 35, 42, and 45. We handle multi-class filings for comprehensive coverage of software products and technology services.
Professional service firms protect their firm name, logo, and taglines under Class 45 and related service classes. A registered mark prevents former partners or competitors from using a deceptively similar identity.
If you have received an examination report under Sections 9 or 11, or a third-party notice of opposition (Form TM-O), our team drafts legally argued replies, gathers evidence of use, and represents you at hearings .
Upon successful completion, the Registry issues the registration certificate valid for 10 years. We set renewal reminders and manage the TM-R filing well before expiry.
We conduct a comprehensive search on IP India database and WIPO Global Brand Database to identify identical or deceptively similar marks in your relevant class(es). Written risk opinion provided before filing.
We identify the correct Nice Classification class(es) and draft precise, strategically scoped goods/services descriptions to maximize protection and minimize objection risk.
We prepare Form TM-A, upload the mark representation, attach all supporting documents, and file electronically. You receive an instant application number and can legally use the ™ symbol from the filing date.
If the Registrar raises objections under Section 9 (distinctiveness) or Section 11 (similarity), we draft legally argued replies within the 30-day deadline, citing evidence of use and case law.
If the written reply does not satisfy the Registrar, we represent you at the show cause hearing, present oral arguments, and submit additional evidence if required.
Accepted applications are published in the Trade Marks Journal. We monitor the 4-month opposition window and defend against any third-party opposition filed via Form TM-O.
Upon successful completion, the Registry issues the registration certificate valid for 10 years. We set renewal reminders and manage the TM-R filing well before expiry.
What sets Aggarwal Varun & Co. apart as a reliable intellectual property and brand protection partner.
Every trademark search report, application, and examination reply is reviewed by senior professionals with deep understanding of both corporate law and IP strategy.
From initial search to registration certificate to renewal, we manage the entire lifecycle. No handoffs, no gaps.
We understand Gurgaon’s startup ecosystem, MSME clusters, and corporate sectors. Our filings are strategically tailored to each industry’s protection needs.
Examination replies within 30 days, hearing preparation, and renewal tracking we never miss a statutory deadline.
Clear quotation covering government fees, professional charges, and estimated costs for objection/opposition scenarios. No hidden surprises.
Word Mark: Text-only protection covering the brand name irrespective of font or styling
Device Mark / Logo Mark: Stylized graphic element or logo
Combined Mark: Word + Logo filed together as a composite mark
Series Mark: Multiple similar marks registered as a series under Section 15
Collective Mark: Used by members of an association (Section 61)
Certification Mark: Indicates quality or origin certification (Section 69)
Sound Mark: Distinctive audio signature capable of graphical representation
Well-Known Mark: Broad protection across all classes under Section 11(6)
Step 1: Pre-Filing Search. Conduct search on IP India database for identical/deceptively similar marks in relevant classes.
Step 2: Class Selection. Identify correct class(es) under Nice Classification (1–34 goods, 35–45 services).
Step 3: Filing Form TM-A. Submit application with mark representation, goods/services description, and applicant details. Priority date = filing date .
Step 4: Examination. Registrar examines on absolute and relative grounds. Examination report issued typically within 12–18 months .
Step 5: Objection Reply / Hearing. Applicant has 30 days to respond to objections. Failure to respond within 30 days may result in abandonment .
Step 6: Journal Publication. Accepted marks advertised in Trade Marks Journal. 4-month opposition window opens .
Step 7: Registration. If no opposition (or opposition resolved in applicant’s favor), certificate issued valid for 10 years
| Applicant Category | E-Filing Fee (Per Class/Mark) | Physical Filing Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Individual / DPIIT Startup / MSME | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| Private Limited / LLP / Partnership / Foreign Entity | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
Standard Examination: 12–18 months wait for first examination report
Expedited Examination: 1–3 months for examination report; total registration 6–9 months
Opposition Proceedings: Additional 12–24 months if contested
Total Standard Timeline (Uncontested): 12–18 months
Total Contested Timeline: 2–4 years
Section 9 Objection (Absolute Grounds): Mark is descriptive, generic, or lacks distinctiveness. Response: evidence of acquired distinctiveness through use, prior registrations, or amended mark.
Section 11 Objection (Relative Grounds): Mark is identical/deceptively similar to an existing mark. Response: distinguish goods/services, argue different trade channels, or negotiate consent from prior mark owner .
Formalities Check Failure: Incorrect class, missing documents, or wrong fee. Application returned for correction .
Use Requirement: Non-use for continuous 5 years + 3 months after registration exposes mark to cancellation
Renewal: Every 10 years from application date. Renewal window opens 12 months before expiry
Grace Period: 6 months after expiry with 50% surcharge (Form TM-R)
Restoration: 6–12 months after expiry via Form TM-18
Civil Remedies: Injunction, damages, account of profits, seizure/destruction of infringing goods
Criminal Remedies: Imprisonment 6 months to 3 years and/or fine ₹50,000–₹2,00,000
Customs Recordal: Block infringing imports at borders under IPR Enforcement Rules
Platform Takedowns: Amazon Brand Registry, Flipkart, social media platforms
Standard uncontested applications typically take 12–18 months from filing to registration. The examination report itself may take 12–18 months to be issued. If you opt for expedited examination (Form TM-M with additional fee), the timeline reduces to 6–9 months. Contested cases involving opposition can extend to 2–4 years .
For individuals, DPIIT-recognized startups, and MSMEs: ₹4,500 per class per mark via e-filing. For companies, LLPs, partnership firms, and foreign entities: ₹9,000 per class per mark via e-filing. Physical filing costs slightly more. These are official government fees payable to the Trade Marks Registry .
Yes. From the date of filing, you can legally use the ™ symbol next to your brand. The ® symbol can only be used after registration is granted. The priority date of your rights is the application filing date .
You have exactly 30 days from receipt of the examination report to file a written response. If you fail to respond within 30 days, the application may be treated as abandoned. A strong reply addresses the objections under Section 9 and/or Section 11 with legal arguments and evidence .
A registered trademark is valid for 10 years from the date of application. It can be renewed indefinitely in successive 10-year periods. The renewal window opens 12 months before expiry. If you miss the deadline, there is a 6-month grace period with a 50% surcharge. After 12 months from expiry, the mark is permanently removed .
™ (trademark) can be used by anyone claiming rights in a mark, even before filing or while the application is pending. ® (registered trademark) can only be used after the trademark is officially registered and the certificate is issued. Using ® without registration is an offence .
Yes. If your business operates across multiple goods/services categories, you should file separate applications for each relevant class. Each class requires a separate government fee. Multi-class filing provides broader protection but increases overall cost .
After your mark is published in the Trade Marks Journal, any third party has 4 months to file a Notice of Opposition (Form TM-O). You must file a counter-statement within 2 months. The opposition then proceeds through evidence submission stages and a hearing before the Registrar. Our team handles the entire defense process .