Trademark Renewal
— Keep Your ®
Alive Forever
Your ® certificate is valid for 10 years from the date of application — not registration. After that, it must be renewed or you lose exclusive rights to your brand name and logo. TaxClue tracks your expiry date, files Form TM-R well ahead of time, and sends reminders so your ® protection never lapses.
What is Trademark Renewal?
A registered trademark in India is valid for 10 years from the date of filing the original application — not the date the ® certificate was received. After 10 years, the trademark must be renewed by filing Form TM-R with the Trademark Registry and paying the prescribed government fee. If renewed on time, the trademark can be kept alive indefinitely — there is no maximum number of renewals under the Trade Marks Act, 1999.
Renewal is entirely administrative — unlike objections, oppositions, or hearings, there are no substantive disputes to resolve. The Registry simply needs the form, the fee, and confirmation that the proprietor wishes to continue.
Validity runs from the application date — not the certificate date
Many trademark owners assume the 10-year clock starts when they received their ® certificate. It does not — validity runs from the date of application filing. Since examination, objections, opposition periods, and certificate issuance often take 12–24 months, the certificate may arrive with only 8–9 years of remaining validity. TaxClue verifies the exact expiry date from the IP India portal — don't rely on mental arithmetic.
Three Renewal Windows — Which One Are You In?
Best: Up to 12 Months Before Expiry
File Form TM-R early — standard government fee, no surcharge, zero risk. Mark remains continuously active on the register. ₹9,000/class online.
Grace Period: Up to 6 Months After Expiry
Trade Marks Act provides a 6-month grace period after expiry during which renewal can still be filed — but with additional surcharge. Mark may appear as "expired" and competitors can see this.
Restoration: 6 Months to 1 Year After Removal
If neither standard renewal nor grace period renewal is filed, the Registry formally removes the trademark. Restoration can be applied for within 1 year — but this is more complex, costlier, and not guaranteed.
Renewable Indefinitely
There is no limit on the number of times a trademark can be renewed. Renew every 10 years and your ® lives forever.
Advantages & Disadvantages
✅ Advantages
- ®Maintain ® Rights Exclusively — Only a registered and valid trademark gives you the exclusive right to use the ® symbol and take legal action against infringers
- 🚫Prevent Competitor Re-registration — A lapsed trademark becomes available for anyone to apply for — including direct competitors and trademark squatters
- 💰Brand as a Permanent Asset — A registered trademark is a valuable business asset — licensable, assignable, collateral. Lapsed trademarks cannot be monetised
- 🛒E-Commerce Platform Protection — Amazon Brand Registry, Flipkart Brand Program, and similar seller protection systems require an active, valid trademark registration
- 💼Investor & Due Diligence Readiness — Investors check trademark validity during due diligence. An expired trademark raises red flags and can delay funding
- 🌍Foundation for Global Protection — International trademark applications under the Madrid Protocol require an active Indian registration as the base
How TaxClue Renews Your Trademark
TM Status & Expiry Check
TaxClue verifies your trademark on the IP India portal — confirming registration number, class(es), registered proprietor name, and exact expiry date. We also check if any ownership updates are needed before filing renewal. Day 1.
Document Collection & PoA
We collect your Registration Certificate copy, ID proof, and prepare Form TM-48 (Power of Attorney) authorising TaxClue to file on your behalf. If your entity name has changed, we prepare Form TM-P (ownership update) to be filed before renewal. Day 1–2.
Form TM-R Preparation
TaxClue prepares Form TM-R — the official trademark renewal application — with accurate details of all classes being renewed, applicant particulars, and the correct government fee calculation. Day 2–3.
Online Filing with IP India
Form TM-R is filed online on the IP India portal along with the government fee (₹9,000 per class for online filing). You receive the filing acknowledgement immediately — your ® validity is considered continuous from the expiry date. Day 3–5.
Renewal Certificate Delivered
The Registry processes the renewal application and issues an updated Trademark Certificate reflecting the new 10-year validity period. TaxClue delivers the certificate to you and records the next renewal reminder set.
Documents Needed for Trademark Renewal
Registration Certificate
Original ® certificate or a copy — showing TM number, class, and proprietor name.
TM Application Number
Your trademark application / registration number (visible on certificate and IP India portal).
Identity Proof
PAN card, Aadhaar, or passport of the applicant / authorised signatory.
Entity Proof (if applicable)
COI, GST certificate, or Partnership Deed if held by a company or firm.
Power of Attorney ★
Form TM-48 authorising TaxClue to file on your behalf. TaxClue prepares — you sign and return.
Ownership Proof (if changed)
If proprietor name, company name, or structure has changed — documents supporting Form TM-P need to be filed before renewal.
Trademark Renewal Government Fees in India
| Renewal Type | Filing Mode | Govt. Fee per Class | When to Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Renewal BEST | Online (IP India portal) | ₹9,000 | Up to 12 months before expiry |
| Standard Renewal | Physical (paper filing) | ₹10,000 | Up to 12 months before expiry |
| Grace Period Renewal SURCHARGE | Online | ₹9,000 + surcharge | Within 6 months after expiry |
| Restoration + Renewal HIGH RISK | Online | ₹9,000 + restoration fee | Within 1 year after removal |
Fee is per mark per class. Multi-class trademarks are renewed class by class — you can choose to renew only certain classes.
What Happens When a Trademark Lapses
Why Choose TaxClue?
Renewal Reminder System
TaxClue records every trademark's expiry date and sends renewal reminders at 12, 6, and 3 months before expiry.
Free Status Verification
Not sure of your expiry date? TaxClue checks the IP India portal and tells you exactly which renewal window you're in.
Multi-Mark Portfolio Renewal
Multiple trademarks across different classes? TaxClue manages bulk renewals — tracking all expiry dates in a coordinated manner.
Grace Period & Restoration Experts
Already past expiry? TaxClue assesses whether you're in the grace period or restoration window and files with correct fees immediately.
Ownership Updates Before Renewal
If your company name, structure, or ownership has changed, TaxClue handles Form TM-P before filing renewal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Your ® Is Worth Renewing — Every 10 Years, Forever
A trademark is a permanent business asset — one that grows in value as your brand grows. Don't let a missed renewal date undo years of brand building. TaxClue keeps your ® alive.
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