Trademark Renewal is the process of extending the validity of a registered trademark. In India, a trademark is initially valid for ten years from the date of registration, and it must be renewed every ten years to maintain its protection.

Renewing a trademark is crucial to maintain exclusive rights over the mark. Failure to renew can result in the trademark being removed from the register, making it available for others to use or register.

You should apply for trademark renewal at least six months before the expiry date. However, you can still renew it within six months after the expiry date with a late fee.

If you fail to renew your trademark on time, it will be removed from the register. You can restore it within one year from the expiry date by paying additional fees and submitting a restoration application.

You can apply for trademark renewal online through the official website of the Trademarks Office or offline by submitting the required forms and fees to the Trademarks Registry.

Yes, you can make certain changes to your trademark during the renewal process, such as updating the owner’s details or making minor modifications to the mark. However, significant changes may require a new trademark application.

The trademark renewal process typically takes a few weeks to a few months, depending on the completeness of the application and the workload of the Trademarks Office.

Yes, you can renew your trademark within six months after the expiry date by paying a late fee. If more than six months have passed, you can apply for restoration within one year from the expiry date by paying additional fees.

Yes, you can transfer ownership of your trademark during the renewal process by submitting the necessary transfer documents along with the renewal application.

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You can check the status of your trademark renewal application online through the official website of the Trademarks Office by entering your application reference number.