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How to Check Trademark Status Online
Track your trademark application on the official IP India portal in minutes, understand exactly what each status means, and know what action to take next. If you haven't filed yet, our trademark attorneys can search, draft, and file your application so you have a status to track in the first place.
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Why Checking Your Trademark Status Matters
Once you file a trademark application, it passes through several stages, from formality checks to examination, journal publication, and final registration. Each stage is reflected as a "status" on the official IP India portal, and missing a status change can cost you your application.
For example, if your mark is objected to or opposed, you typically have a limited window to respond. Checking your trademark status regularly ensures you never miss a deadline, and lets you track exactly how close your brand is to receiving its ® registration.
How to Check Trademark Status Online – Step by Step
1
Visit the IP India Trademark Portal
Go to the official Trademark Registry website's public search page, which allows you to check the status of any filed application free of cost.
2
Choose "National Trademark" or "IRDI"
Select the appropriate search type on the status enquiry page depending on whether your application was filed in India or through an international route.
3
Enter Your Application or Trademark Number
Type in your trademark application number, which you received at the time of filing, into the search field.
4
Complete the Captcha and Submit
Enter the security captcha code shown on the screen and click search to retrieve your application record.
5
Review the Current Status & History
The portal displays your current status along with a complete history of every stage your application has passed through, including dates.
6
Take Action If Required
If the status shows an objection, opposition, or hearing notice, act within the given timeline, or consult a trademark attorney to respond correctly.
Common Trademark Statuses & What They Mean
| Status | What It Means |
|---|---|
| New Application | The application has been filed and is awaiting formality checks |
| Formalities Chk Pass | Basic documentation and fee details have been verified successfully |
| Sent for Exam / Marked for Exam | The application has been assigned to an examiner for review |
| Objected | The examiner has raised concerns; a written reply is required within the given deadline |
| Accepted and Advertised | The mark has cleared examination and is published in the Trademark Journal |
| Opposed | A third party has filed an opposition during the publication period |
| Registered | The mark has been officially registered and the certificate is issued |
| Refused | The application has been rejected by the Registrar |
| Abandoned | The application has lapsed, usually due to no response within the deadline |
If your status shows "Objected" or "Opposed," you typically have a limited window (often 30 days) to respond. Missing this deadline can lead your application to be marked "Abandoned."
Why Choose SetupFiling to Track & Manage Your Trademark
SetupFiling has helped over 50,000 customers across India file and track their trademark applications end to end. We don't just file your application; we monitor its status and alert you the moment action is required.
- Dedicated tracking ID and proactive status updates via WhatsApp and email
- Timely response drafting if your application is objected to or opposed
- Representation at Trademark Hearings on your behalf
- Transparent, fixed pricing with no hidden charges
- Support through to final registration certificate and beyond, including renewal
If your status shows an objection, our team can prepare a trademark objection reply on your behalf, or represent you at a trademark hearing if your application is opposed. Once registered, don't forget to track your trademark renewal date to keep your ® status valid.
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Frequently Asked Questions – Checking Trademark Status Online
Where can I check my trademark status online for free?
You can check your trademark status for free on the official IP India Trademark Registry website using your application number, without paying any fee.
What details do I need to check trademark status?
You need your trademark application number or the trademark's registration number, which is provided to you when the application is filed.
How often should I check my trademark status?
It is a good practice to check your trademark status once every few weeks, especially during the examination and publication stages, since some statuses come with strict response deadlines.
What does "Objected" status mean and what should I do?
"Objected" means the examiner has raised concerns about your mark, often due to similarity with an existing trademark or descriptiveness. You must file a written response within the given deadline to keep your application alive.
What does "Accepted and Advertised" mean?
It means your trademark has cleared examination and has been published in the Trademark Journal for four months, during which third parties can file an opposition.
Can my trademark status change from "Accepted" to "Abandoned"?
Yes, if an opposition or objection is raised and you fail to respond within the prescribed timeline, your application can be marked "Abandoned" even after being accepted.
How long does it take to see the first status update after filing?
The initial "New Application" and formality check status is usually visible within a few days of filing, while examination status typically appears within a few months, depending on the Registry's workload.
I haven't filed a trademark yet. How do I get one to start tracking?
Click the "Apply Now for Trademark" button, complete the secure payment, and share your brand details. Our team begins the trademark availability search and files your application so you have a status to track.
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