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One of the first questions every entrepreneur asks before applying for a trademark is: "How much does trademark registration cost in India?" The total trademark registration fees depend on two components — the government filing fee charged by the Trade Marks Registry, and the professional fee charged by the agency or attorney handling your application. This guide breaks down both costs in detail, explains who qualifies for lower government fees, and shows the exact pricing for getting your trademark filed through SetupFiling.in.
The Trade Marks Registry charges a fixed government fee per class of goods or services, payable at the time of filing the application (Form TM-A). This fee is set by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry and is the same across India when filed electronically through the official IP India portal.
If your business has not yet obtained MSME status, getting one before filing can significantly reduce your government fee. Learn more about the process in our MSME registration certificate guide.
Beyond the government fee, a professional fee covers the trademark search, application drafting, filing, and tracking of your application until the application number is generated. setupfiling.in offers one of the most transparent and affordable pricing structures in India — no hidden costs, no surprise add-ons.
| SetupFiling.in Professional Fee | Rs. 2,000 |
| Government Fee (Trade Marks Registry, per class)* | Rs. 4,500 |
| Total Cost (Approx.) | Rs. 6,500 |
*Government fee of Rs. 4,500 per class applies to individuals, sole proprietors, startups, and MSMEs filing electronically with a valid Udyam/MSME certificate. For other entities, the government fee is Rs. 9,000 per class. Fees mentioned are for filing in one trademark class; additional classes are charged separately at the same rate.
For a step-by-step explanation of how the application moves from filing to certificate, read our complete trademark registration process guide.
While the basic filing fee covers the application, certain situations may involve additional charges:
To understand which goods/services fall under which trademark class, refer to our guide on meaning and types of trademarks.
Determine whether you are an individual, sole proprietor, startup, or MSME (eligible for Rs. 4,500 govt fee per class) or another entity type (Rs. 9,000 per class).
List all goods or services your brand covers and map them to the relevant NICE classification class(es). Each class is charged separately.
Multiply the applicable government fee (Rs. 4,500 or Rs. 9,000) by the total number of classes selected for your application.
Add the professional service fee (Rs. 2,000 per class with SetupFiling.in) for search, drafting, and filing assistance.
If you anticipate objections, oppositions, or future renewal, budget separately for these additional professional fees as and when they arise.
The government fee is Rs. 4,500 per class for individuals, sole proprietors, startups, and MSMEs filing electronically, and Rs. 9,000 per class for other entities such as companies, LLPs, and partnership firms without MSME registration.
SetupFiling.in charges a professional fee of Rs. 2,000 per class, in addition to the applicable government fee of Rs. 4,500 or Rs. 9,000 per class, making the total cost approximately Rs. 6,500 for eligible individuals, startups, and MSMEs.
No, the fee is charged per class. If your brand covers goods or services across multiple classes, the government fee and professional fee are charged separately for each additional class.
Yes. Individuals, startups, and businesses with a valid Udyam/MSME registration certificate pay a reduced government fee of Rs. 4,500 per class, compared to Rs. 9,000 per class for other entities.
Yes. If the Trade Marks Registry raises an objection or schedules a hearing, additional professional fees apply for drafting the reply or attending the hearing, separate from the initial filing fee.
Trademark renewal involves its own government and professional fees, payable before the 10-year validity period expires. Renewal fees are separate from the initial registration fees.
No, the government filing fee is non-refundable even if the application is objected to, opposed, or eventually refused, since it covers the cost of examination and processing by the Registry.
No hidden charges, no surprise add-ons. Pay Rs. 2,000 professional fee + applicable government fee and let SetupFiling.in's experts handle your trademark search, drafting, and filing end to end.
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