Documents Required for Trademark Registration in India

Last updated on April 30th, 2025 at 11:07 am

A Trademark registration in India requires specific documents to secure legal protection for a brand name and logo.

Trademark registration is crucial for businesses and organizations to shield their brand identity in India. It gives the exclusive rights to the owner to use the trademark and also provides legal protection against infringement. To begin the registration process, applicants must submit specific documents as per the guidelines of the Indian Trademark Act, 1999.

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Who can apply for a trademark in India?

• Individual
• Startup
• LLP
• Partnership firm
• Trust 
• Society
• NGO’s
• Private limited company
• All organizations
• Foreigner/ Foreign Company

Different types of applicants for trademark registration

• Individual or sole proprietor
• LLP (Limited Liability Partnership)
• Others
• Partnership Firms
• Private limited companies 
• NGO’s
• Trust/society/Statutory body/HUF
•  Foreigner/ Foreign Company

Documents required for Sole Proprietorship or Individual

• Copy of logo
• Signed Form-48
• TM – A form
• Pan Card
• Adhar Card 
• Power of attorney
• LOGO (graphical representation of trademark)
• User affidavit 

Documents required for Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)/ Company/ Small Enterprise/ Startup

• Copy of logo
• TM – A form 
• Signed form-48
• Pan Card
• Adhar Card
• Power of attorney
• Udyog Adhaar registration certificate
• Incorporation certificate
• MSME registration certificate
• Startup recognition certificate (DPIIT)
• User affidavit

Documents required for other applicants

• Copy of logo
• Signed form-48
• Pan Card
• Adhar Card
• Power of attorney
• Incorporation certificate
• Partnership deed
• User affidavit
• Form TM -A

Documents required for a Trust/ society/ Statutory body/ HUF

• Trust deed or constitution
• Authorized signatory’s ID proof
• Address proof
• Udyog Adhaar registration certificate
• DSC (Digital signature certificate)
• Power of attorney
• User affidavit

Documents required for a partnership firm

• Form TM-A
• Logo (graphical representation of trademark )
• Power of attorney
• MSME certificate
• Startup recognition certificate (DPIIT)
• Partnership deed
• Details of the trademark owner
• User affidavit

Common documents required are-

• Pan Card
• Adhar Card
• Power of attorney
• Graphical representation of a trademark (logo)
• User affidavit

How to submit documents for trademark registration

• To submit trademark documents, first, you need to choose a trademark attorney.
• They will review your documents and do a trademark search.
• If your trademark doesn’t match with any of the earlier register trademarks, then a TM attorney or lawyer will proceed with your application. 
• After the examination, and publication will be done in the trademark.
• If no objections or oppositions trademark is issued.

Documents required for Private limited companies

• Incorporation certificate
• Identity proof
• Address proof
• Form TM-A
• Signed form-48
• Copy of logo
• Udyog Adhaar registration certificate
• NOC
• User affidavit
• Power of attorney

Documents required for NGO’s

• Pan Card
• Adhar Card
• Power of attorney
• Form TM-A
• Registration certificate
• Trust deed/AOA
• Incorporation certificate
• Digital signature certificate (DSC)
• Proof of prior use
• User affidavit

Documents required for a Foreigner/ Foreign Company

• Power of attorney
• Copy of trademark
• SOU ( statement of use)
• List of goods and services 
• Applicant’s ID and legal status
• Prior trademark registration

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Conclusion

Having the right documents in place is crucial for a successful trademark registration process in India. Whether you’re an individual, a proprietorship, or a company, ensuring accurate documentation can help secure your brand’s legal protection without delays. Providing all documents will help you to prevent objections.

FAQ

IS GST required for trademark registration?

No, GST is not required for trademark registration

Who is eligible to apply for a trademark in India

Any business entity, foreign entity, or individual can apply for a trademark in India.

How do I submit my documents for trademark registration

Trademark registration documents can be submitted online at the Trademark Registry website, or you can submit documents to a trademark attorney.

Does MSME need special documents for trademark registration

Yes, there are two special documents required by MSME

1. Udyog Adhaar registration certificate
2. DPIIT recognition for trademark registration

Is DSC required for trademark registration?

Yes, only if you are applying for a trademark online.