A trademark is a registered symbol that businesses obtain to distinguish their goods or services from those offered by competitors in the market or the same industry. However, it is essential to ensure that these trademarks do not contain Offensive elements Similarity to existing trademarks registered in India Inclusion of government logos or emblems Any presence of the above may result in the rejection of the trademark registration application.Â
If the trademark registration holder fails to renew the registration, the trademark will be removed from the register of trademarks or the Trademarks Journal after 12 months from the expiry date. The registrar issues a notice indicating the impending expiry of the trademark before the due date. Renewal can still be done within six to twelve months after expiry by paying a fine.
The renewal process can be initiated six months before the expiry date of your trademark registration.
The validity period of a renewed trademark registration is typically another 10 years from the date of renewal.
Yes, renewal is possible within six months to twelve months after the expiry date, albeit with the payment of a fine.
