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Trademark Registration in
Uttar Pradesh
Secure exclusive brand rights across UP under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. Application filed within 24 hours — starting at just ₹6,499.
Transparent Pricing — No Hidden Charges
All-inclusive fee for trademark registration in Uttar Pradesh under one trademark class
Trademark Registration — 1 Class
₹6,499
Professional Fee ₹1,999 + Govt. Fee ₹4,500 (per class)
Trademark Availability Search
Drafting of User Affidavit
Filing of Trademark Application (Form TM-A)
Registration Under One Trademark Class
Filed Documents Delivered Within 24 Hours
Dedicated Expert Support Throughout
Order Online Now* Above fee excludes Objection and Hearing fees, if applicable. For MSME/Startup registered entities, government fee concession may apply.
Simple Process
How to Register a Trademark in Uttar Pradesh
Our streamlined process ensures your trademark is filed correctly the first time — with expert guidance at every step.
Step 01
Trademark Availability Search
We search the IP India database to verify your trademark is unique and available in your selected class of goods or services.
Step 02
Select the Right Class
We identify the correct trademark class (1–45 under Nice Classification) that precisely covers your business's goods or services.
Step 03
Submit Your Documents
Share your identity proof, trademark image, and business details. We prepare and draft all required documents including the user affidavit.
Step 04
Application Filed Online
We file Form TM-A on the official IP India portal. You receive acknowledgement and filed documents within 24 hours of payment.
Step 05
Examination & Journal Publication
The Trademark Registry examines your application. If accepted, it is published in the Trademark Journal for a 90-day opposition window.
Step 06
Registration Certificate Issued
If no opposition is raised — or opposition is resolved in your favour — your Trademark Registration Certificate is issued with pan-India protection.
Why It Matters
Benefits of Trademark Registration in Uttar Pradesh
A registered trademark is one of the most powerful legal assets your business can own. Here is why UP businesses register their brands.
Exclusive Legal Rights
Gain the sole right to use your brand name, logo, or tagline for the registered class of goods/services across India — enforceable in courts.
Protection Against Infringement
Stop copycats legally. A registered trademark allows you to sue infringers and claim damages — far stronger protection than an unregistered mark.
Use the ® Symbol
Only registered trademark holders can display the ® symbol, signalling authenticity and legal protection to customers and competitors alike.
Valuable Business Asset
A registered trademark can be sold, licensed, or franchised — creating additional revenue streams and increasing your business's overall valuation.
Pan-India Brand Protection
Trademark registration is governed by central law. One registration protects your brand in Lucknow, Delhi, Mumbai, and all of India simultaneously.
E-Commerce & Marketplace Ready
Platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, and Myntra require trademark registration to enroll in Brand Registry programs and prevent listing hijacking.
Requirements
Eligibility & Criteria for Trademark Registration
Understand who can apply and what makes a trademark registrable under Indian trademark law.
Who Can Apply?
- Individual / Sole Proprietor
- Partnership Firm
- Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)
- Private Limited Company
- Public Limited Company
- Trust, Society, or NGO
- Foreign entities doing business in India
What Makes a Trademark Registrable?
- Must be distinctive — capable of identifying your brand
- Not identical or deceptively similar to an existing trademark
- Not purely descriptive, generic, or customary in the trade
- Not offensive, deceptive, or prohibited under law
- Can be a word, logo, tagline, colour, shape, sound, or combination
- Must relate to specific goods/services in a defined class
Documentation
Documents Required for Trademark Registration in UP
Keep these documents ready before you begin the application process to ensure a fast and smooth filing.
1
Identity proof of applicant (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport)
2
Address proof of applicant or business
3
Clear image of the trademark / logo (JPG format, black & white preferred)
4
Description of goods or services associated with the trademark
5
Date of first use of the mark (if already in use in business)
6
MSME / Startup India (DPIIT) certificate — if applicable for fee concession
7
Signed Power of Attorney (Form TM-48) if filed through an agent
8
GST Registration Certificate (if applicable)
Quick Answer — Featured Snippet
Trademark registration in Uttar Pradesh costs ₹6,499 (₹1,999 professional fee + ₹4,500 government fee per class) and is governed by the Trade Marks Act, 1999. The process involves a trademark search, filing Form TM-A online, examination by the Trademark Registry, a 90-day opposition period, and finally issuance of the registration certificate — typically taking 6–12 months. The registration is valid for 10 years and protects your brand across all of India.
Trademark Registration in Uttar Pradesh: A Complete Guide
Uttar Pradesh, as India's most populous state and one of its fastest-growing economies — with major business hubs in Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra, Varanasi, Noida, and Ghaziabad — has seen a sharp rise in brand registrations in recent years. Whether you are a startup in Lucknow, a manufacturer in Kanpur, or an exporter in Agra, securing your trademark is the single most important step in protecting your business identity.
Trademark registration in India is centralised under the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks, and is governed by the Trade Marks Act, 1999. There is no state-level registration; a trademark registered through the national registry protects your brand in Uttar Pradesh and across all of India.
What Is a Trademark?
A trademark is any sign, symbol, word, name, logo, tagline, colour combination, shape, sound, or smell that distinguishes the goods or services of one business from those of others. Under Section 2(1)(zb) of the Trade Marks Act, 1999, a trademark must be capable of being represented graphically and must be capable of distinguishing the goods or services of one person from those of others.
Common types of trademarks registered by UP businesses include:
- Word marks — your brand name in plain text (e.g., "SetupFiling")
- Device/logo marks — a stylised logo or illustration
- Composite marks — a combination of word and logo
- Tagline marks — a distinctive slogan associated with your brand
- Colour marks — a specific colour or combination (difficult but possible)
Duration of the Trademark Registration Process
Once a trademark application is filed, the overall timeline from application to registration typically ranges from 6 months to 1 year. Below is a stage-wise timeline:
| Stage | Approximate Time |
|---|---|
| Application Filing (Form TM-A) | Immediate (same day) |
| Acknowledgement & TM Number | Within 24 hours |
| Examination by Trademark Registry | 1–3 months |
| Publication in Trademark Journal | 1–2 months after examination |
| Opposition Period | 90 days from publication |
| Registration Certificate Issued | 1–3 months after opposition period |
| Total (if no objection/opposition) | 6 months – 1 year |
You can use the ™ symbol immediately after filing the application. The ® symbol may only be used after the registration certificate is officially issued.
Renewal of Trademark Registration
A registered trademark is valid for 10 years from the date of application. It can be renewed indefinitely by filing a Trademark Renewal application along with the prescribed fee before the expiry date. A grace period of 6 months is available with a surcharge. Failing to renew leads to removal of the trademark from the register, after which it can be applied for by any third party.
Trademark Objection and Hearing
If the Trademark Examiner raises an objection to your application (typically citing similarity with an existing mark or descriptiveness), you must file a Trademark Objection Reply within 30 days of receiving the Examination Report. If the objection is not resolved at the written stage, a Trademark Hearing is scheduled before the Registrar.
Trademark Registration vs. Copyright vs. Patent: Key Differences
Many business owners in Uttar Pradesh confuse trademarks with copyright and patents. Here is a quick distinction:
- Trademark — protects brand identifiers (names, logos, taglines) for goods/services. Valid 10 years, renewable indefinitely.
- Copyright — protects original creative works (books, music, software, art). Automatic on creation; registration is optional but recommended.
- Patent — protects inventions and new technical processes. Valid for 20 years from filing; not renewable.
Related Intellectual Property Services
Beyond trademark registration, setupfiling.in offers a full range of intellectual property and business compliance services relevant to Uttar Pradesh businesses:
- Logo Registration — protect your brand's visual identity separately
- Brand Name Registration — secure your brand name as a trademark
- Design Registration — protect the visual design of your products
- Copyright Registration — safeguard creative works
- Patent Registration — protect your inventions
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions — Trademark Registration in Uttar Pradesh
Answers to the most common questions asked by UP businesses about trademark registration.
The total cost is ₹6,499 — comprising a professional fee of ₹1,999 and a government fee of ₹4,500 per trademark class. MSME and DPIIT-registered entities may be eligible for a concessional government fee of ₹4,500 instead of ₹9,000 (applicable to the non-individual/non-MSME fee). Note that objection reply and hearing fees are additional, if applicable.
The Trademark Registration Process typically takes 6 months to 1 year from the date of filing. Your application acknowledgement and TM number are issued within 24 hours of filing. The ™ symbol can be used immediately after filing.
Yes. Trademark registration in India is governed by the Trade Marks Act, 1999 — a central law. A trademark registered by an applicant from Uttar Pradesh (or any state) is protected throughout all of India, including all other states and union territories.
Required documents include: identity and address proof of the applicant, a clear image of the trademark/logo in JPG format, a description of goods/services and their trademark class, date of first use (if the mark is already in use), and an MSME/Startup certificate if applicable. A Power of Attorney (Form TM-48) is required when filing through an agent.
Yes. Trademark applications are filed entirely online through the IP India portal. You can file from anywhere in Uttar Pradesh — Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra, Varanasi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Meerut, or any other city — without visiting any office. SetupFiling.in handles the entire process remotely.
A registered trademark is valid for 10 years from the date of application. It can be renewed indefinitely for further 10-year periods by filing a renewal application before expiry. A 6-month grace period is available after expiry with a late fee surcharge.
The ™ (TM) symbol can be used immediately after filing a trademark application, indicating a pending registration. The ® (registered) symbol can only be used after the trademark is officially registered by the Trademark Registry and the registration certificate is issued. Using ® before registration is a legal offence under Indian trademark law.
If the Trademark Registry raises an objection (via an Examination Report), you must file a Trademark Objection Reply within 30 days explaining why your mark should be registered. If the objection is not resolved at the written stage, a hearing is scheduled. If a third party opposes after journal publication, an opposition proceeding is initiated. SetupFiling.in provides expert support for objection replies and hearings as separate services.
Trademark Registration Across All Cities in Uttar Pradesh
Lucknow
Kanpur
Agra
Varanasi
Noida
Ghaziabad
Meerut
Prayagraj
Bareilly
Aligarh
Moradabad
Saharanpur
Gorakhpur
Firozabad
Jhansi
Mathura
Muzaffarnagar
Rampur
Shahjahanpur
Farrukhabad