What is the Nice Classification?

An international system under the Nice Agreement (1957) classifying goods (Classes 1–34) and services (Classes 35–45) for trademark registration. India is a member; current edition is the 12th (effective 1 January 2023).

How many trademark classes are there?

45 — Classes 1–34 cover goods, Classes 35–45 cover services. Each TM-A application covers one class only; multi-class filing requires separate applications.

What class does software fall under?

Software as a product is Class 9; software development, SaaS, and programming services are Class 42. Both classes often need to be filed for a software company.

What class is a restaurant?

Restaurant, café, and catering services are Class 43. Packaged food products sold under the same brand would separately need Class 29 (meat, dairy) or Class 30 (coffee, bakery).

Can I use the verbatim class heading in my TM-A?

No — Rule 11(4) requires precise itemised goods/services. The Registry routinely objects to verbatim class headings; you must list specific goods/services.

What happens if I file in the wrong class?

You will need to file a fresh TM-A in the correct class with a fresh fee — the original fee is forfeited. Use a class finder before filing.

Is the trademark class finder free?

Yes — public lookup is free. Downstream TM-A filing attracts the standard ₹4,500/₹9,000 per class fee.

Can one TM-A cover multiple classes?

No — under the Trade Marks Rules 2017, a single TM-A covers one Nice class only. Multi-class protection requires multiple TM-As.

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Trademark Class Finder India | Complete NICE Classification Guide

Find the exact Trademark Class for your business. Explore the complete NICE Classification of 45 Goods and Services classes to ensure accurate legal brand protection.

Statutory basis: Nice Agreement Concerning the International Classification of Goods and Services for the Purposes of Registration of Marks (1957) — current **12th edition effective 1 January 2023**.

Turnaround

7–14 Days

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₹599

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Total starting from

₹599

Professional fee (no government fee)

Professional fee₹599 starts with

Government fee (est.)No fee

Turnaround7–14 Days

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CONFIRMEDverified 25 Aug 2026

Dedicated specialist

CA-led, named point of contact

Tracked client portal

Real-time status, end-to-end

Money-back accuracy

Refile-free if our error

Flat-fee pricing

No hidden charges, ever

About this service

Trademark Registration confers an exclusive statutory right to the use of a brand name, wordmark, logo, or slogan in relation to the goods or services for which it is registered. Governed by the Trade Marks Act, 1999 and managed by the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM), registration protects against counterfeiters, establishes nationwide priority, and creates an intangible commercial asset valid for 10 years and perpetually renewable.

Eligibility & thresholds

Minimum

Individual, startup, or enterprise
Distinctive name, logo, or tagline
Specific Nice classification (Class 1-45)

Maximum

Multi-class filing permitted
Series & collective marks supported
10-year statutory validity per renewal

Statutory floor

50% Govt fee discount for MSME / DPIIT
Section 9 (absolute grounds) clear
Section 11 (relative similarity) clear

What's included

Everything in one transparent fee — no add-ons, no surprises.

Comprehensive TM Search

Deep search across phonetic and visual similarities in IP India trademark database.

Nice Class Specification

Accurate drafting of goods and services specifications under appropriate classes (1–45).

Form TM-A Filing

Official filing on the CGPDTM portal with instant TM application number generation.

Attorney Scrutiny

Formulation and verification by specialized intellectual property advocates.

Status Tracking & Alerts

Real-time tracking of examination reports, journal publication, and objections.

Certificate Issuance

Delivery of official registration certificate with 10-year exclusive legal protection.

Government Fee Breakdown

Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. All figures verified as of 25 August 2026.

Fee Component	Amount (₹)	Basis / Authority
Trademark Class Finder India Statutory Filing	₹0 (No government fee)	Government fee is Nil / exempted under applicable statutory rulesOfficial Regulator
Total Government Fee	No fee	(for default assumptions stated below)

Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. Verified 25 August 2026.

Required documents

Each list identifies exactly what to provide — and what you do not need to submit. Use the accordions to expand.

›None — the tool consumes the user's product/service description and outputs the matching Nice class — None — the tool consumes the user's product/service description and outputs the matching Nice class heading and class number.

How it works

Each step is labelled with who performs it — Customer, I-Pro, or the Regulator. Form names are linked to the official portal.

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Customer⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 1: **Customer** enters the goods/services description or product name in the Cla...
**Customer** enters the goods/services description or product name in the Classes Finder.
2
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 2: **Tool** matches the input against the WIPO Nice Classification database (12t...
**Tool** matches the input against the WIPO Nice Classification database (12th edition).
3
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 3: **Tool** returns the recommended Nice Class number(s) plus the official class...
**Tool** returns the recommended Nice Class number(s) plus the official class heading and example goods/services.
4
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 4: **I-Pro** reviews the output and refines the class description to satisfy Rul...
**I-Pro** reviews the output and refines the class description to satisfy Rule 11(4) (precise wording, not verbatim class heading).
5
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 5: **I-Pro** advises whether multi-class filing is needed (each class requires a...
**I-Pro** advises whether multi-class filing is needed (each class requires a separate TM-A + fee).
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I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 6: **I-Pro** prepares the class specification for use in TM-A filing.
**I-Pro** prepares the class specification for use in TM-A filing.
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Regulator⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 7: (Optional) **I-Pro** files the TM-A using the refined class specification on ...
(Optional) **I-Pro** files the TM-A using the refined class specification on the IP India portal.

Post-registration compliance

What to file next. I-Pro handles these as part of the annual compliance package.

Filing	Form	Deadline
Filing in the wrong class does not attract a statu Penalty: Filing in the wrong class does not attract a statutory penalty but causes resubmission of TM-A with a fresh fee — effectively doubling the cost. Repeated wrong-class filings risk examination objections under s.11 (similar marks in different classes overlooked).	`Lookup is instantaneous. No statutory SLA. If the`	Filing in the wrong class does not attract a statutory penalty but causes resubmission of TM-A with a fresh fee — effectively doubling the cost. Repeated wrong-class filings risk examination objections under s.11 (similar marks in different classes overlooked).

Penalties for non-compliance

Statutory penalties under governing regulatory provisions. Avoid non-compliance delays.

Non-compliance	Provision	Penalty
Filing in the wrong class does not attract a statu	Lookup is instantaneous. No statutory SLA. If the	Filing in the wrong class does not attract a statutory penalty but causes resubmission of TM-A with a fresh fee — effectively doubling the cost. Repeated wrong-class filings risk examination objections under s.11 (similar marks in different classes overlooked).

Common mistakes to avoid

Avoidable filing errors that cause delays or rejection. Each can be resolved before submission.

1
Proposing a descriptive or generic brand name (Section 9 objection)
Why: Trade Marks Act prohibits registering words that merely describe the product's character or quality (e.g. 'Pure Cold Pressed Oil').
Fix: We conduct pre-filing distinctiveness evaluation and suggest distinctive, coined, or arbitrary brand elements.
2
Filing without a prior phonetic and visual trademark search
Why: Existing registered or pending marks in the same or related Nice class trigger Section 11 relative grounds objections.
Fix: Our IP attorneys run exhaustive phonetic searches on the IP India database across all 45 classes before filing.
3
Selecting incorrect Nice Class or vague goods specification
Why: Protection is strictly bounded by the classes filed; incorrect classification leaves your primary offerings unprotected.
Fix: We draft precise, legally audited goods and services specifications matching international Nice Classification standards.

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