Is the IP India trademark search free?

Yes — the TMR Public Search portal at https://iprsearch.ipindia.gov.in/tmrpublicsearch/ is free and open to all without registration. A formal search certificate from the Registrar under Rule 12 costs ₹500 via TM-M.

What is a phonetic search?

A search that returns marks sounding similar to your proposed mark, even if spelt differently (e.g. "LUX" vs "LUXX" vs "LAKS"). Essential because s.11 bars marks "deceptively similar" including phonetic similarity.

What is the Vienna search?

A search of figurative elements of marks using the Vienna Agreement classification (categories 1–29). Used for logos / device marks. Available on the same IP India public search portal.

Does a clear search guarantee registration?

No. The search is advisory — the Registrar may reach a different view at examination. Conflicts may also arise from marks filed after your search date.

Should I order a Rule 12 official search certificate?

It provides a Registrar-issued advisory opinion (₹500). Useful for high-stakes brands, but the certificate does not bind the Registrar at examination.

What does the search report include?

Identical/similar marks, their application numbers, proprietor names, filing dates, current status (Registered / Objected / Opposed / Abandoned / Refused), and class. I-Pro adds a registrability risk rating.

Can I search for International (Madrid) marks?

Use WIPO ROMARIN (https://www3.wipo.int/madrid/monitor/en/) for the International Register. The IP India portal covers Indian national marks and Madrid designations extending to India.

How often should I run a watching search?

Periodic watching is recommended for valuable brands — at minimum once a quarter, plus review of every Trade Marks Journal publication for your classes.

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Comprehensive Trademark Search India | IP Availability & Feasibility in Bangalore

Run an identical, similar, and phonetic trademark search on the IP India public search portal before filing TM-A. Free lookup + clearance report by I-Pro.

Statutory basis: Trade Marks Act 1999, ss. 11 (relative grounds of refusal), 70 (Register open to inspection).

Turnaround

24 Hours

₹

Starts from

₹599

Money-back accuracy

Guaranteed

Total starting from

₹599

Professional fee (no government fee)

Professional fee₹599 starts with

Government fee (est.)No fee

Turnaround24 Hours

Money-back accuracy. CA/CS specialist. Tracked client portal.

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
Comprehensive Trademark Search 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 — verified statutory schedule for Bangalore, Karnataka. Professional fee separate.

Required documents

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

›For the public search — none (instantaneous web query). For a Rule 12 official search certificate — TM-M application, TM-48 authorisation, and a clear description of the mark and class — Identity and statutory verification

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.

1
Customer⏱ 1-2 Days
shares the proposed mark (word + optional logo) an...
shares the proposed mark (word + optional logo) and target Nice class(es).
2
I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
runs a Wordmark search on IP India — three sub-mod...
runs a Wordmark search on IP India — three sub-modes: Identical, Similar, Phonetic.
3
I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
runs a Device (Vienna) search if a logo is involve...
runs a Device (Vienna) search if a logo is involved.
4
I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
compiles a clearance report listing identical/simi...
compiles a clearance report listing identical/similar marks, application status (Registered / Objected / Opposed / Abandoned), and proprietor details.
5
I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
advises on registrability risk (high/medium/low) a...
advises on registrability risk (high/medium/low) and proposes distinguishing changes if needed.
6
I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
issues the search certificate within ~1–2 months (...
issues the search certificate within ~1–2 months (Rule 12, ₹500 fee).
7
I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
recommends filing TM-A or rebranding based on the ...
recommends filing TM-A or rebranding based on the search outcome.

Post-registration compliance

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

Filing	Form	Deadline
No statutory penalty for not conducting a search; Penalty: No statutory penalty for not conducting a search; however, skipping a search materially raises the risk of TM-A objection under s.11 — examination typically reveals identical/similar marks. Filing-fee forfeiture results if TM-A is abandoned after objection.	`Public search — instantaneous. TM-M Rule 12 search`	No statutory penalty for not conducting a search; however, skipping a search materially raises the risk of TM-A objection under s.11 — examination typically reveals identical/similar marks. Filing-fee forfeiture results if TM-A is abandoned after objection.

Penalties for non-compliance

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

Non-compliance	Provision	Penalty
No statutory penalty for not conducting a search;	Public search — instantaneous. TM-M Rule 12 search	No statutory penalty for not conducting a search; however, skipping a search materially raises the risk of TM-A objection under s.11 — examination typically reveals identical/similar marks. Filing-fee forfeiture results if TM-A is abandoned after objection.

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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