Trademark Renewal

Don't Let Your Trademark Lapse — Renew on Time

A trademark is valid for 10 years and must be renewed to stay protected. We send timely reminders, handle Form TM-R filing, and even restore lapsed trademarks.

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A lapsed trademark can be removed from the register and become available for others to register. Check your renewal date now →

Everything About Renewal

Key Facts About
Trademark Renewal

10-Year Validity

Every trademark registration is valid for 10 years from the date of application.

Renew 6 Months Before

IP India allows renewal up to 6 months before the expiry date without any surcharge.

Grace Period

Even after expiry, you have 6 months grace period to renew by paying an additional surcharge fee.

Restoration Possible

After the grace period, the mark can still be restored within 1 year with a restoration application.

Renew Indefinitely

Trademarks can be renewed indefinitely — a well-maintained trademark lasts forever.

Form TM-R

Renewal is filed using Form TM-R. We prepare and file this accurately on your behalf.

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Understanding Your Trademark
Renewal Window

Ideal Window
6 Months Before Expiry

Best time to renew. No surcharge. File Form TM-R now for maximum savings.

Last Chance
At Expiry Date

Still renewable at standard fees. File immediately to avoid surcharges.

Grace Period
Up to 6 Months After Expiry

Renewal possible with additional surcharge fee. Mark may be vulnerable to third parties.

Restoration Required
6–18 Months After Expiry

Trademark removed from register. Restoration application (Form TM-R + TM-43) required.

Government Fees

Trademark Renewal Fee Structure

Applicant Type Renewal Fee (per class) Surcharge (after expiry)
Individual / Startup / MSME ₹4,500 ₹2,250 (50% of renewal fee)
Company / Organization ₹9,000 ₹4,500 (50% of renewal fee)
Restoration (after removal from register) ₹5,000 / ₹10,000 Additional filing charges apply

* Government fees as per latest schedule. Our professional service fees are additional. Prices subject to change.

FAQs

Renewal Questions Answered

Your trademark registration certificate mentions the expiry date. Alternatively, you can check on the IP India website using your application number. We also offer a free renewal date check service.

No. Renewal must be done for the trademark as a whole. However, you can choose to not renew certain classes by simply not including them, which effectively narrows the scope.

After the 6-month grace period, your trademark will be removed from the Trademark Registry and can become available for others to register. You lose all exclusive rights.

Yes. A trademark can be restored within 1 year from expiry (6 months after the grace period). This requires filing Form TM-R along with Form TM-43 and payment of restoration fees.

No. Trademark renewal is not automatic. You must proactively file the renewal application before expiry. We offer a trademark watch and renewal reminder service.

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