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Trademark Renewal

Trademark Renewal in India
Protect Your Brand Continuously

A registered trademark in India is valid for 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. Missing the renewal deadline may lead to additional late fees, restoration procedures, or even removal of the trademark from the register — which can result in loss of brand protection and years of brand value.

At Legal Terminus, we handle the complete Trademark Renewal process professionally and on priority — from status verification and TM-R filing to acknowledgement delivery and renewal tracking. Whether you need a simple renewal, change of trademark agent, or ongoing trademark watch support, we have plans tailored to your needs.

TM-R Filed
Lifelong Reminders
Attorney Can Change
TM Watch Services for 1 Year

1,800+

Trademark renewals filed

100%

Lifelong reminder coverage

7+

Years of Legal Expertise

CHOOSE YOUR PLAN

Renew and protect your trademark at pocket-friendly prices

STANDARD RENEWAL
Elemental
₹2,999
₹1,999
+ Govt. fees & GST extra
  • Existing registration certificate review
  • Expiry verification on IP India portal
  • Form TM-R drafting + client confirmation
  • Government fee payment (per class at actuals)
  • DSC affixation by LT (registered TM agent)
  • E-filing on https://ipindiaonline.gov.in
  • Challan + Acknowledgement emailed to client
  • Renewal Certificate delivery (30–60 days)
  • LIFELONG REMINDER POLICY included
★ MOST POPULAR
Enriched
₹5,249
₹3,499
+ Govt. fees & GST extra
  • Form TM-48 Power of Attorney drafting
  • Authorisation Letter drafting (POA signatory)
  • POA stamping + execution coordination
  • Filing change-of-agent on IP India portal
  • Form TM-R filing + Govt fee + DSC affixation
  • Challan + Acknowledgement + Renewal Cert
  • LIFELONG REMINDER POLICY included
  • Single engagement — no separate billing
✦ RENEWAL + 12 MONTHS TRADEMARK WATCH
Supreme
₹14,999
₹9,999
+ Govt. fees & GST extra
  • FULL RENEWAL PROCESS (per Elemental OR Enriched)
  • Attorney Change handled inclusive (if needed)
  • Form TM-R + Govt fee + DSC + Renewal Certificate
  • 12 MONTHS of TRADEMARK WATCH SERVICES
  • Monthly watch report + alert emails
  • IP India Trademark Journal monitoring
  • Similar / identical mark filing alerts
  • Opposition window tracking (4-month statutory)
  • LIFELONG REMINDER POLICY included

★  OUR LIFELONG REMINDER POLICY  ★

We remind you for renewal after 10 years - AND we keep reminding YEAR AFTER YEAR, 10-YEAR CYCLE AFTER 10-YEAR CYCLE - until either (a) your business exits / shuts down, OR (b) you explicitly ask us to stop the reminders. Your brand is too valuable to lose to a calendar oversight. Binding commitment, included in EVERY plan tier.

Indicative Government Fees — Trademark RenewalPer Class — At Actuals

Per First Schedule of the Trade Marks Rules, 2017. E-filing only (physical filing is essentially obsolete). IMPORTANT: The 50% rebate (₹4,500 vs ₹9,000) that helped Individual / DPIIT Startup / Udyam MSME applicants at the INITIAL FILING stage (Form TM-A) does NOT extend to renewal. Renewal fee under Form TM-R is UNIFORM ₹9,000 per class for all applicants. This is by design per the 2017 Rules — the discounted track was limited to filing + expedited examination only.

Scenario (Form TM-R - All Applicants)Government Fee per Class (E-Filing)Statutory Reference
ON-TIME Renewal (1 year before expiry through expiry date)₹9,000 per class - UNIFORMSection 25(3) + Rule 57
LATE RENEWAL with Surcharge (within 6 months post-expiry)₹13,500 per class (₹9,000 + ₹4,500 surcharge)Section 25(4) proviso
RESTORATION (6–12 months post-expiry, Form TM-R + Form TM-18)₹18,000 per class (combined)Section 25(5) + Rule 60
Beyond 12 months post-expiryMark REMOVED; fresh registration required (Form TM-A)Rule 58
MSME / Startup / Individual at renewal stageSame ₹9,000 per class - NO REBATE at renewalFirst Schedule, Trade Marks Rules 2017
Multi-class portfoliosMULTIPLICATIVE - ₹9,000 per class per renewalSection 18(2)

TERMS & CONDITIONS

By subscribing to the above plans, you agree to abide by our following additional terms and conditions

  1. Per-Renewal Engagement Model: Our Trademark Renewal plans are per-renewal engagements (one engagement, one TM-R filing for the specified class / classes). The plan covers our work from registration verification through Renewal Certificate delivery. THE LIFELONG REMINDER POLICY runs in addition — 90 / 60 / 30 / 7-day reminders before next expiry, then continues for every subsequent 10-year cycle.
  2. Plan Eligibility (3 Tiers — by Service Scope): (a) ELEMENTAL (₹1,999) — STANDARD RENEWAL: Form TM-R filing + Govt fee payment + DSC affixation by LT + Challan & Acknowledgement delivery; LT's Attorney is already the TM agent on record. (b) ENRICHED (₹3,499) — +ATTORNEY CHANGE: Power of Attorney (Form TM-48) drafting + Authorisation Letter drafting + change-of-Attorney filing + then full renewal per Elemental; for cases where LT is being newly engaged. (c) SUPREME (₹9,999) — +TRADEMARK WATCH: Full renewal process (per Elemental OR Enriched as applicable) + 12 MONTHS of Trademark Watch Services (IP India Journal monitoring + similar-mark alerts + opposition window tracking + monthly watch reports). All plans include the LIFELONG REMINDER POLICY.
  3. LIFELONG REMINDER POLICY (Our Binding Commitment): Once we file your renewal, our reminder calendar is set for the NEXT renewal cycle (10 YEARS forward). We send proactive REMINDERS at 90 days / 60 days / 30 days / 7 days before the next expiry date. We CONTINUE cycling these reminders for EVERY SUBSEQUENT 10-YEAR CYCLE until either: (a) your business is FORMALLY CLOSED / wound up (we update our records on intimation), OR (b) you EXPLICITLY ASK us to STOP REMINDERS (written email to our team). No additional charge for the reminder policy — it is INCLUDED in every plan tier.
  4. Statutory Anchor: Trademark Renewal is governed by SECTION 25 of the Trade Marks Act, 1999 + RULE 57 of the Trade Marks Rules, 2017. The application form is FORM TM-R (renewal + late renewal + restoration). For restoration, an additional FORM TM-18 (Affidavit supporting the statement of the case for restoration) is required. Power of Attorney is FORM TM-48. Filed on the IP India online portal (https://ipindiaonline.gov.in).
  5. Renewal Windows (Critical): RENEWAL CAN BE FILED: Up to 1 YEAR BEFORE expiry (Section 25(3) / Rule 57). LATE RENEWAL with SURCHARGE: Within 6 MONTHS POST-EXPIRY (Section 25(4) proviso). RESTORATION (Mark already removed from register): 6 to 12 MONTHS POST-EXPIRY (Section 25(5) read with Rule 60) — Form TM-R + Form TM-18 + statement of case; at Registrar's discretion. BEYOND 1 YEAR POST-EXPIRY: Mark is PERMANENTLY REMOVED from the register; a fresh application is the only option (losing your priority date + brand seniority).
  6. Government Fees — Renewal Stage (Per Class — Pass-Through at Actuals): ON-TIME Renewal e-filing fee: ₹9,000 per class — UNIFORM FOR ALL APPLICANTS (Individuals, DPIIT Startups, Udyam MSMEs, Companies, LLPs, Partnerships — same fee). LATE RENEWAL with surcharge (within 6 months post-expiry): ₹13,500 per class (₹9,000 renewal + ₹4,500 surcharge). RESTORATION (6–12 months post-expiry, Form TM-R + Form TM-18): ₹18,000 per class (combined). Per First Schedule of the Trade Marks Rules, 2017. IMPORTANT: The 50% rebate (₹4,500 vs ₹9,000) that helps Individual / Startup / MSME applicants at the INITIAL FILING stage (Form TM-A) does NOT extend to renewal — the reduced track was deliberately limited by the 2017 Rules to FILING + EXPEDITED EXAMINATION only. MULTI-CLASS renewals are MULTIPLICATIVE — each additional class is a separate filing fee. Physical filing rates are listed in the First Schedule but are essentially obsolete in 2026 practice; we file e-filing only.
  7. Late Renewal / Restoration Add-On (Where Plan Doesn't Cover Default): If your trademark has crossed expiry and falls into LATE RENEWAL (within 6 months — Govt fee ₹13,500/class uniform) or RESTORATION (6–12 months — Govt fee ₹18,000/class uniform combined) territory, we still file via the same Form TM-R (and Form TM-18 for restoration). The additional government fee (surcharge / restoration combined fee) is pass-through at actuals. Where significant restoration drafting work is involved (Form TM-18 affidavit + Statement of Case), an additional professional fee of ₹1,499 + GST may apply — quoted upfront after status review.
  8. GST on Our Fee: All quoted prices are exclusive of GST @ 18%, charged at checkout.
  9. Single-Class Default + Multi-Class Add-On: ALL THREE TIERS cover ONE CLASS by default. Additional classes are billed at actual plan + GST per class (professional fee) + government fee per class (at actuals). We discuss multi-class strategy in the discovery call before quoting the final amount.
  10. Trademark Watch Services (Supreme Tier — Inclusions): 12 MONTHS of watch starting from Renewal Certificate issuance. INCLUDES: (i) IP India Trademark Journal monitoring for similar / identical marks in the same / related classes, (ii) Opposition window alerts (4-month statutory window from Journal publication), (iii) Domain-name watch for typo-squat / lookalike domains on the renewed mark, (iv) Marketplace watch (Amazon Brand Registry + Flipkart Brand Centre + major e-commerce platforms) for infringing listings, (v) Monthly consolidated watch report emailed to client. EXCLUDES: actual opposition filing (separate engagement at ₹4,999 + GST + Govt fee per opposition); UDRP / domain disputes; marketplace takedown actions (separate engagement). Watch service renewable at standalone tariff after 12 months.
  11. Refund Policy: Full refund of professional fee (less ₹499 documentation handling) is available if the TM-R application is NOT FILED within 7 working days from receipt of all required documents + POA + government fee. Government fees, if already paid to IP India, are NON-REFUNDABLE. The watch service component of Supreme is non-refundable once activated.
  12. Out-of-Scope Items: Fresh Trademark Application Filing (separate LT service — for marks needing re-registration post 1-year-removal), Trademark Assignment / Transmission (Form TM-P), Trademark Rectification / Cancellation, Madrid Protocol international renewals (separate filing system), IPAB / Tribunal / Court appellate matters, Trademark Opposition filing (separate engagement), Customs Recordal updates, Brand Audit / IP Valuation, Patent / Copyright / Design renewals (separate IP categories). These are quoted separately as needed.
  13. Reminder Stop / Modification Process: To STOP reminders, send an email to our designated email ID confirming: (a) the trademark registration number(s) for which reminders should stop, (b) the reason (business closure / mark not in use / other). To MODIFY reminders (e.g., update contact email / phone / authorised signatory), send the updated details. Reminders resume only on written request. We do not invoice for paused / stopped reminders.
Trademark Renewal by Legal Terminus

Legal Terminus Priority ⚖

Trademark Renewal may look simple — file Form TM-R, pay the government fee, and wait for the renewal certificate. But in practice, many trademarks lapse because renewal deadlines are missed, old agent records are not updated properly, or businesses stop tracking their brand after renewal.

With LT Priority, your Trademark Renewal is handled on a priority basis by an experienced IP team that ensures timely filing, smooth coordination, and continued protection of your brand.

What you get

  • ⚡Priority processing and complete renewal support, including timely reminders before every 10-year expiry cycle and dedicated coordination throughout the process.
  • 📄Trademark verification, TM-R preparation, and filing support through the official IP India portal to help avoid errors, mismatches, and filing issues.
  • 🤝Documentation and agent change assistance, along with renewal acknowledgement and certificate sharing with regular status updates.
  • 🔍Post-renewal trademark watch support to help identify similar or potentially infringing marks and protect your brand identity.

Important Notes

  • 1 YEAR BEFORE TO EXPIRY DATE = ON-TIME WINDOW: Standard renewal at ₹9,000 per class — UNIFORM for all applicants (no MSME / Startup rebate at renewal). No surcharge. This is the sweet spot — we recommend renewing 3–6 months before expiry to avoid last-minute surprises.
  • WITHIN 6 MONTHS POST-EXPIRY = LATE WITH SURCHARGE: Section 25(4) proviso allows renewal here but adds a ₹4,500 SURCHARGE per class. Total: ₹13,500 per class for ALL applicants. The mark stays on the register during this 6-month grace period.
  • 6 TO 12 MONTHS POST-EXPIRY = RESTORATION (Form TM-18): Section 25(5) read with Rule 60. The mark is removed from the register; restoration is at the REGISTRAR'S DISCRETION. Combined Govt fee ₹18,000 per class. NO GUARANTEE — the Registrar considers third-party interests + public interest before allowing restoration.
  • BEYOND 12 MONTHS POST-EXPIRY = PERMANENTLY LOST: The mark is REMOVED from the register; you have NO PATH TO RESTORATION. The only option is to file a FRESH trademark application (losing 10/20/30+ years of brand seniority + priority date + customs recordal status + e-commerce brand-protection status). Our Lifelong Reminder Policy is designed to make sure this never happens to you.
  • NO 50% REBATE AT RENEWAL: The reduced fee (₹4,500 vs ₹9,000) that helps Individual / DPIIT Startup / Udyam MSME applicants at the INITIAL FILING stage (Form TM-A) does NOT extend to renewal. Renewal is uniform ₹9,000 per class for everyone. Budget accordingly.
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Why Trademark Renewal Matters

A registered trademark in India is valid for 10 years and must be renewed through Form TM-R on the official IP India portal to maintain its legal protection. Timely renewal helps preserve exclusive ownership rights, continued use of the ® symbol, protection against infringement, and overall brand value and credibility.

Missing the renewal deadline can lead to additional fees, restoration procedures, or even removal of the trademark from the Register, resulting in loss of brand protection. To help businesses avoid such risks, Legal Terminus follows a structured renewal tracking and reminder system to ensure trademarks remain protected without interruption.

Renewal Windows + Fees Summary (Uniform for All Applicants)

When you can renew, what's possible in each window, and the uniform government fee per class:

WindowWhat's PossibleGovt Fee per Class (E-Filing) — UNIFORM
1 year before expiry to expiry dateON-TIME renewal (Section 25(3) + Rule 57)₹9,000
Within 6 months post-expiryLATE RENEWAL with surcharge (Section 25(4) proviso)₹13,500 (₹9,000 + ₹4,500 surcharge)
6 to 12 months post-expiryRESTORATION via Form TM-R + TM-18 (Section 25(5) + Rule 60)₹18,000 (combined)
Beyond 12 months post-expiryMark REMOVED permanently; fresh registration onlyTM-A new application + lost seniority
Validity Period (each renewal)10 YEARS from previous expiryIndefinitely renewable

Types of Trademark Renewal in India

Six common renewal scenarios we handle. Pick based on your trademark's current status + your existing agent setup. The plan that fits depends on the combination.

01

Standard On-Time Renewal

Your trademark is approaching expiry (within 1 year before) OR you're filing within the validity period AND LT is already the agent of record. Cleanest case: we file Form TM-R + pay Govt fee + affix DSC + deliver Challan & Acknowledgement. Renewal Certificate in 30–60 days.

02

Renewal with Attorney Change

You're switching to LT from a previous TM agent / IP firm. Before we can file the renewal, we complete the AGENT CHANGE PROCEDURE on the IP India portal: Form TM-48 Power of Attorney drafting + Authorisation Letter drafting + POA stamping + change-of-agent filing. Then we proceed with the standard renewal.

03

Renewal Bundled with Trademark Watch

You want the full brand-protection stack — the renewal PLUS 12 MONTHS of Trademark Watch Services so you're alerted to similar marks filed in the Journal + opposition windows + lookalike domains + marketplace infringements. Includes Agent Change if needed.

04

Late Renewal with Surcharge (Add-on across all tiers)

Renewal filed within 6 MONTHS AFTER expiry under Section 25(4) proviso. Adds a SURCHARGE of ₹4,500 per class to the standard renewal Govt fee (pass-through at actuals). The mark remains on the register during this 6-month grace period — no removal yet. Filed via Form TM-R — we handle the surcharge computation.

05

Restoration via Form TM-R + Form TM-18 (Add-on across all tiers)

Renewal filed BETWEEN 6 AND 12 MONTHS post-expiry. The mark has been removed from the register but is restorable under Section 25(5) read with Rule 60. Requires Form TM-R + FORM TM-18 (Affidavit supporting the Statement of Case). At the REGISTRAR'S DISCRETION.

06

Multi-Class Renewal (Across all tiers)

Your trademark is registered across multiple classes (e.g., Class 25 apparel + Class 35 retail + Class 9 software). All classes need separate renewal — each class is a separate filing fee. Additional classes beyond the first billed at ₹799 + GST per class (professional fee) + government fee per class (at actuals). We coordinate the full portfolio.

Benefits of Trademark Renewal in India

Renewal isn't a chore — it's the ONE LINE OF DEFENCE that keeps your trademark's statutory protection alive. Here's what timely renewal preserves + delivers:

LIFELONG REMINDER POLICY (Our Binding Commitment)

The single biggest reason clients lose trademarks: they FORGOT. We don't let that happen. 90 / 60 / 30 / 7-day reminders before every renewal expiry — for every 10-year cycle, indefinitely — until your business exits OR you explicitly ask us to stop. Binding commitment, included in every plan tier. No additional charge for the reminder service.

Continuous Statutory Protection

Timely renewal keeps the trademark continuously on the register — preserving Section 28 EXCLUSIVE RIGHTS + Section 29 INFRINGEMENT remedies (injunction + damages + delivery up) + Section 31 PRESUMPTION OF VALIDITY. Lapsed marks lose all this overnight + you become limited to common-law passing-off rights (much harder to enforce).

E-Commerce Brand Registry + Marketplace Continuity

Amazon Brand Registry + Flipkart Brand Centre + Meesho + Myntra + Nykaa + ONDC + Shopify — ALL require an active registered trademark for brand-protection programmes. Lapsed mark = lose access to takedowns + brand-protection tools = counterfeit / lookalike listings proliferate unchecked. Continuous renewal preserves marketplace standing.

Brand Valuation + Investor / M&A Continuity

Brand valuation reports for funding rounds / M&A always include the registered TM portfolio. A lapsed TM is written down to zero in DD — and brand-led valuations can take a 10–30% hit from gaps in IP coverage. Continuous renewal maintains the asset value year on year + the priority date that compounds over decades.

10-Year Validity After Renewal

Trademark registration is valid for 10 YEARS from the application date + renewable indefinitely for further 10-year terms (Section 25). Some Indian trademarks (Tata, Bajaj, etc.) have been continuously renewed for 80+ years. A long-term brand asset — it compounds in value with use + advertising + market share.

Customs Recordal + Anti-Counterfeit

Registered TM owners can record their marks with INDIAN CUSTOMS under the IPR (Imported Goods) Enforcement Rules 2007 — empowering Customs to seize infringing goods at the border. Critical for export-oriented brands + importable consumer goods. The foundation for international IP enforcement (Madrid Protocol filings).

Steps for Trademark Renewal in India

End-to-end timeline: 7–10 working days from kickoff to TM-R filing (10–15 days if Agent Change is involved). Renewal Certificate typically issued in 30–60 days from filing. Plus our reminder calendar runs in the background for the next 10-year cycle + beyond, and (Supreme only) 12 months of Trademark Watch starts on Certificate issuance.

1

Reminder Triggered (90 Days Before Expiry) — Our Lifelong CalendarDay −90

Our LIFELONG REMINDER CALENDAR triggers automatically 90 days before your trademark expiry date. We email you to flag the upcoming renewal + suggest filing immediately to avoid surcharge. Reminder repeats at 60 / 30 / 7 days if no action.

2

Discovery, Plan Selection & Status VerificationDay −90 to −60

30-min call with our IP-counsel to confirm: existing trademark registration number + class(es) + proprietor name + applicant type + WHO is the current agent of record (this determines if Enriched is needed). We RUN A STATUS CHECK on the IP India portal (https://tmrsearch.ipindia.gov.in) to verify mark status + expiry date + any pending Form TM-M / TM-P transactions.

3

Attorney Change Procedure (Enriched / Supreme only — if applicable)Day −60 to −45

If you're switching Attorney to LT's Attorney: we draft FORM TM-48 (Power of Attorney) + Authorisation Letter for the POA signatory + coordinate ₹100 stamp paper execution + file change-of-agent on the IP India portal. Acknowledgement received. Once the Attorney change is processed, we proceed to renewal filing.

4

Document Collection + Final ReviewDay −45 to −30

Personalised checklist: existing Trademark Registration Certificate, proprietor's PAN + identity proof, MSME / Startup / Individual status documents (for the 50% fee rebate context). For Restoration cases: additional documents supporting the Statement of Case.

5

Form TM-R Drafting + Client ConfirmationDay −45 to −30

Form TM-R drafted with the correct trademark number + class(es) + applicant name + applicant category. We share the draft for CLIENT CONFIRMATION before submission.

6

Government Fee Computation + PaymentDay −30 to −7

Government fee computed per class based on applicant category + surcharge if late + restoration fee if applicable. (Note: renewal Govt fee is uniform ₹9,000 per class — no MSME rebate at renewal.) Total fee shared with client. Payment made via IP India portal payment gateway / NEFT / RTGS.

7

Form TM-R Filing + DSC AffixationDay −7 to 0

Form TM-R uploaded on the IP India online portal (https://ipindiaonline.gov.in). DSC AFFIXATION BY LT as your registered TM agent. Application reference number generated. CHALLAN + ACKNOWLEDGEMENT emailed to client immediately (or post-expiry depending on plan).

8

Renewal Certificate IssuanceDay 30–60

The Trade Marks Registry processes the renewal. RENEWAL CERTIFICATE typically issued within 30–60 days from filing. We deliver: Renewal Certificate PDF + register-extract showing renewed status + updated 10-year validity period.

9

Trademark Watch Activated (Supreme) + Next-Cycle Calendar SetDay 60+

Once renewal is complete: (a) for SUPREME clients — 12-MONTH TRADEMARK WATCH SERVICES activated; monthly watch reports start; Journal monitoring for similar marks begins; (b) the LIFELONG REMINDER CALENDAR is RESET for the NEXT 10-YEAR CYCLE. Reminders at 90 / 60 / 30 / 7 days before the new expiry. CONTINUES INDEFINITELY for every subsequent 10-year cycle.

Documents Required for Trademark Renewal in India

Six categories. Renewal documentation is light — mainly the existing Registration Certificate + proprietor identity. Additional POA + Authorisation Letter for Enriched (Agent Change) cases. We send a personalised checklist after the discovery call.

Mark, Identity & POA

Registration cert, proprietor & agent change

Existing Trademark Registration Certificate

ORIGINAL Trademark Registration Certificate (or copy with the TM Registration Number visible). Class(es) of registration. Mark image as registered. Date of registration + date of expiry. Used for status verification + Form TM-R pre-population. The single most important document — everything starts from here.

Applicant Identity

For INDIVIDUAL proprietors: PAN + Aadhaar + photograph + residence address proof. For COMPANIES / LLPs / PARTNERSHIPS: entity PAN + Certificate of Incorporation / Partnership Deed / LLP Certificate + authorised signatory PAN + KYC. For sole proprietorship firms holding the mark: the proprietor's personal PAN suffices.

Power of Attorney (Form TM-48) + Authorisation Letter

For AGENT CHANGE cases (Enriched / Supreme): Power of Attorney (FORM TM-48) executed by the proprietor in favour of Legal Terminus. Authorisation Letter (for entities) confirming the signatory's authority to execute POA on behalf of the company / LLP. WE DRAFT both documents; you sign on ₹100 stamp paper. We coordinate stamping. Not required for Elemental (LT already on record).

Status, Restoration & Reminders

Recordal, TM-18 & contact details

Status Documents (Recordal Update Only — No Renewal Rebate)

GOOD TO KNOW: The 50% Govt fee rebate (₹4,500) for Individual / DPIIT Startup / Udyam MSME applicants is a FILING-STAGE benefit (Form TM-A) — it does NOT apply at renewal. Renewal Govt fee is uniform ₹9,000 per class. However, where the trademark's recordal needs updating (e.g., proprietor recently obtained Udyam registration, address has changed, entity converted), we can file Form TM-M alongside the renewal to keep the register clean. Add-on at ₹999 + GST + Form TM-M Govt fee.

Restoration Statement of Case + Form TM-18 (Restoration cases only)

For RESTORATION cases (within 1 year post-expiry): FORM TM-18 (Affidavit) declaring the reasons for delay in renewal + the proprietor's continued intent to use the mark. STATEMENT OF CASE explaining why restoration is warranted (e.g., genuine oversight, business circumstances, change in personnel, etc.). Supporting evidence of continuous use of the mark in commerce. We draft the affidavit + Statement of Case; you sign before a notary.

Updated Contact / Communication Details for Reminder Calendar

Authorised contact name + email + mobile — for our LIFELONG REMINDER calendar. Multiple contacts encouraged (founder + IP-lead + admin) to ensure reminders reach the right person even after personnel changes. UPDATE PROCESS: send us updated contact details any time via email — we sync our calendar within 24 hours.

Trademark Renewal — FAQs

Got questions? We've got answers — straight, no-BS, legally accurate.

A registered trademark in India is valid for 10 years from the date of registration under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. It can be renewed indefinitely for further 10-year periods by filing Form TM-R through the official IP India portal (ipindiaonline.gov.in). There is no limit on the number of renewals, which means your brand can remain protected for decades if renewed on time.
Elemental (₹1,999) – Suitable for standard trademark renewal where no agent change is required. Enriched (₹3,499) – Best if you want to shift your trademark records or authorised agent to Legal Terminus. Supreme (₹9,999) – Ideal for businesses looking for complete brand protection support, including trademark watch and monitoring services after renewal. All plans include our reminder support for future renewal cycles.
Trademark renewal comes only once every 10 years, and many businesses unintentionally forget the deadline. To avoid this, Legal Terminus maintains a structured reminder system and sends renewal alerts before every future expiry cycle. This helps ensure your trademark remains protected without interruption.
Our Trademark Watch service helps monitor similar or potentially conflicting trademark applications filed after your renewal. It also includes alerts for similar marks published in the Trademark Journal and basic brand monitoring support for online marketplaces and domains.
If your previous trademark agent is inactive or you want Legal Terminus to manage your trademark portfolio, we can assist with the change of agent process along with renewal filing. We prepare the required authorisation documents and complete the transition smoothly.
Trademark renewal can be filed before the expiry date of the registration. It is always recommended to renew the trademark well before expiry to avoid additional fees, delays, or restoration procedures.
The government fee for trademark renewal is charged per class and is payable separately from the professional fee. Late renewal or restoration may attract additional government charges.
If the renewal deadline is missed, additional late fees may apply. After a certain period, restoration procedures become necessary. If the trademark is not restored within the prescribed timeline, it may be removed from the Trademark Register permanently.
Trademark Renewal is primarily filed online through the official IP India portal, which is the standard and recommended process for faster acknowledgement and tracking.
No. Trademark Renewal requires proper filing of Form TM-R and processing by the Trade Marks Registry. Simply making payment without correct filing does not complete the renewal process.
Yes. If your trademark is registered in multiple classes, each class can be renewed. Government fees are applicable separately for every class.
Yes, in certain cases a removed trademark may be restored by filing the prescribed restoration application within the permitted timeline, subject to approval by the Trade Marks Registry.
Yes. After successful processing, the Trade Marks Registry issues an updated Renewal Certificate confirming the continuation of trademark protection.
A trademark is a long-term business asset. Timely renewal helps maintain exclusive legal rights over the brand name, logo, or slogan and avoids the risk of losing brand protection due to expiry.
Trademark Renewal can be filed by any registered proprietor, including individuals, startups, companies, LLPs, partnerships, trusts, and NGOs.
No. Indian Trademark Renewal protects the mark only within India. Separate filings or renewals are required for international trademark protection in other countries.
Yes. Certain changes relating to proprietor details, address, or authorised agent can also be updated during the renewal process, subject to applicable procedures.
Yes. If you want to continue retaining legal ownership and future rights over the trademark, renewal should still be completed on time.
Yes. Continuously renewed trademarks strengthen brand credibility, improve intellectual property value, and support future investment, franchise, licensing, and expansion opportunities.
Legal Terminus provides end-to-end support for Trademark Renewal, including trademark status verification, Form TM-R filing, Attorney change support, renewal tracking, reminder management, and post-renewal monitoring support through the official IP India portal.

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