Trademark renewal is the process of extending a registered trademark's validity for a further 10 years by filing Form TM-R under Section 25 of the Trade Marks Act, 1999, before the existing term expires. A trademark can be renewed indefinitely — there is no maximum number of cycles. Lal Ghai & Associates provides complete renewal management for businesses across India from offices in Ludhiana, Mohali, and Gurgaon.

Trademark registration in India typically takes 18 to 24 months from application to Registration Certificate, assuming no opposition. The Trademark Registry issues an Examination Report within 3–6 months of filing. If objections are raised, the applicant has 30 days to file a reply. If accepted, the mark is published in the Trademark Journal for a 4-month opposition window. After no opposition (or opposition overcome), the Registration Certificate is issued. The ™ symbol may be used from the date of application — providing interim protection from Day 1.

If renewal isn't filed before expiry, a 6-month grace period is available with a surcharge fee in addition to the standard renewal fee. If the grace period also lapses, the mark is removed from the Register under Section 25(3) of the Trade Marks Act, 1999, and the owner loses exclusive rights. Lal Ghai & Associates tracks deadlines proactively to avoid relying on the grace period, but also handles grace-period renewals for marks that have already lapsed.

The official government fee for trademark renewal in India is ₹9,000 per class when filed online using Form TM-R. If the renewal is filed after the expiry date but within the permitted grace period, additional surcharge fees apply. Professional charges may also be applicable if you engage a trademark agent or legal professional to handle the renewal process.

You can apply to renew your trademark any time within one year before its expiry date. If you miss the renewal deadline, you can still renew it within six months after expiry by paying the prescribed surcharge. Renewing your trademark on time ensures uninterrupted legal protection and exclusive rights over your brand.

If a trademark is not renewed before its expiry, it may be removed from the Trade Marks Register, resulting in the loss of exclusive legal rights over the mark. However, the owner can still apply for renewal within six months of expiry or seek restoration within one year from the expiry date, subject to the prescribed conditions and fees.

Required documents include: the original Registration Certificate or registration number and class details; PAN Card or identity proof of the current proprietor; current address proof if changed since registration; and a Power of Attorney in Form TM-48. If ownership has changed since registration, an assignment deed may be required alongside renewal. For restoration, a supporting affidavit explaining the lapse circumstances is typically needed.

Yes, this is commonly done alongside renewal since both processes require similar documentation. If the proprietor's name has changed due to a merger, business structure conversion, or other reason, or if the registered address has changed, supporting documents should be filed with the Trademark Registry. Lal Ghai & Associates coordinates name and address updates alongside renewal filings.

Lal Ghai & Associates provides trademark renewal and restoration services across India. Renewal applications are filed through the IP India portal and don't require physical presence in a specific state. While the firm has offices in Ludhiana, Mohali, and Gurgaon, renewal management is available for trademark portfolios anywhere in India. Contact us at +91-94636 40466 or info@lgassociates.org for a free status check.