Trademark Cost Calculator
IP India government fees for trademark filing in India — class-wise breakdown, updating live as you choose.
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Disclaimer: Government fees only — professional fees are not included. Estimates are based on the official IP India fee schedule (Trade Marks Rules, 2017, as amended) and are subject to change.
Government fee — ₹4,500 vs ₹9,000 per class
The IP India government fee for filing a trademark online is ₹4,500 per class for an individual, a DPIIT-recognised startup or a small enterprise (with a valid Udyam certificate), and ₹9,000 per class for all other applicants. This fee is charged per class, per application — so an applicant at the ₹9,000 rate filing in two classes pays ₹18,000 in government fees.
What is a trademark class?
India follows the NICE classification of goods and services — 45 classes in total (classes 1–34 for goods, 35–45 for services). Your trademark is only protected in the classes you register it in. A software brand that also runs training programmes, for example, may need class 42 (IT services) and class 41 (education). Each additional class is a separate government fee, which is why the calculator charges the fee per class.
One class ≠ full protection
Registering in class 25 (clothing) does not stop someone using your name on class 3 (cosmetics). Pick every class your business actually operates in.
Individual / startup / small-enterprise rate
The ₹4,500 concessional fee applies to individuals, DPIIT-recognised startups and small enterprises — a company or LLP with a valid Udyam certificate as a small enterprise also qualifies. Other applicants pay ₹9,000.
Search before you file
A trademark search checks the register for conflicting marks. Filing a mark that clashes wastes the government fee — it is non-refundable if the application is rejected.
Expedited examination
Paying the expedited fee (₹20,000/class for individuals, startups and small enterprises; ₹40,000/class for others) moves examination to the front of the queue — first response in about 3 months instead of 12–18.
Timeline & the ™ vs ® difference
A straightforward, unopposed trademark takes roughly 18–24 months from filing to registration (formality check → examination → publication in the journal → registration). Expedited examination can compress this to around 8 months. You can use the ™ symbol immediately on filing; the ® symbol may only be used once the mark is actually registered and granted.
™ — use from day one
The ™ mark signals you claim rights in a brand. It can be used the moment you file — or even before — and needs no registration. It offers weaker, common-law protection only.
® — registered only
The ® symbol is legally reserved for registered trademarks. Using ® on an unregistered mark is an offence. Once granted, ® gives you a strong statutory monopoly for 10 years, renewable.
How the Trademark Cost Calculator works
4 steps, start to finish — the same order the tool follows.
- 01Select the applicant type, as individuals, startups and MSMEs pay a lower government fee than companies and LLPs.
- 02Set the number of trademark classes, since the government fee is charged separately for each class.
- 03Choose the filing type (new application, renewal, late renewal with surcharge, restoration, opposition, rectification or assignment) to apply the correct fee entry.
- 04Tick expedited examination if you need a faster examination, then read the total government fee and timeline. Professional fees are not included.
Questions people ask
Short answers on Trademark Cost Calculator. Tap a question to open it.
01How much is the trademark government fee in India?
The government fee for e-filing is ₹4,500 per class for an individual, startup or MSME, and ₹9,000 per class for a company, LLP or partnership. The fee is charged separately for every class you apply in.
02What is the government fee for trademark registration in India?
The official trademark application fee (as of 2025) is Rs 4,500 per class for individuals, startups, and MSMEs when applying online. For companies and other entities, the fee is Rs 9,000 per class online. Physical filing costs Rs 5,000 (individuals/MSMEs) or Rs 10,000 (companies) per class.
03What is a trademark class?
Goods and services are grouped into 45 classes, and a trademark is registered for the specific classes that match your business. If you operate across several categories you may need to file in more than one class, each with its own fee.
04What is the total government cost of trademark registration?
The government cost is the IP India filing fee — ₹4,500 per class for individuals, startups and small enterprises, and ₹9,000 per class for other applicants — charged separately for every class. Replying to an examination report has no separate government fee; expedited examination and opposition proceedings carry their own government fees. Professional fees are not included in this calculator.
05How long does trademark registration take?
A straightforward application typically takes around 18 to 24 months to registration, mainly due to the examination and publication stages. Expedited examination is available for an extra government fee and can shorten the examination wait considerably.
06How long is a registered trademark valid in India?
A registered trademark in India is valid for 10 years from the date of application. It can be renewed indefinitely for further periods of 10 years each upon payment of the renewal fee. The renewal fee is Rs 9,000 per class for individuals/MSMEs and Rs 18,000 for companies.
07When can I use the TM and R symbols?
You can use the TM symbol as soon as the application is filed, to show you claim the mark. The R symbol can be used only after the trademark is formally registered and granted.
08What is the cost of responding to a trademark examination report?
Replying to a trademark examination report does not carry a separate government fee. If the mark is later opposed, filing a counter-statement on Form TM-O carries a government fee that depends on the applicant category. Professional fees are not included in this calculator.
09Are there any hidden costs in trademark registration?
Additional costs may include: trademark search report (Rs 500-2,000), expedited examination fee (Rs 20,000 for individuals/MSMEs, Rs 40,000 for others), opposition handling if a third party objects, watching services to monitor infringement, and renewal fees every 10 years. International registration via the Madrid Protocol involves additional WIPO fees.
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Disclaimer: This tool gives indicative results for general guidance only and is not professional advice. Please verify with a qualified CA before acting on the numbers.