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A registered trademark in India is valid for 10 years and must be renewed to keep your brand protected. We...

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Key takeaways

A registered trademark in India is valid for 10 years from the date of registration and can be renewed indefinitely.
Renewal is governed by Section 25 of the Trade Marks Act, 1999 and the Trade Marks Rules, 2017.
Renewal is filed with the Trade Marks Registry (CGPDTM) through the official IP India online portal.
An application can be filed using Form TM-R within one year before expiry.
A six-month grace period is available after expiry on payment of a surcharge.
A lapsed or removed mark can be restored using Form TM-R within one year of expiry.
Timely renewal keeps your exclusive rights, the ® symbol and your brand protection unbroken.

Overview

What is Trademark Renewal?

Trademark renewal is the process of extending the legal protection of a registered trademark beyond its initial ten-year term. Under the Trade Marks Act, 1999, a registration stays in force for ten years from the date of filing and can be renewed for successive periods of ten years, with no limit on the number of renewals.

Renewing on time keeps your exclusive rights over the mark intact, preserves the goodwill built around your brand, and avoids the cost and uncertainty of having to register the mark afresh. Once a mark lapses and is removed from the Register, you can lose priority and even face third parties attempting to claim a similar mark.

Why renewal matters

Keeps exclusive rights over your brand name and logo
Maintains the right to use the ® registered symbol
Protects accumulated goodwill and brand value
Preserves your ability to act against infringers
Avoids re-registration from scratch and loss of priority
Keeps the mark assignable, licensable and bankable

Applicability

Who needs to renew a trademark?

Any proprietor of a registered trademark whose ten-year term is approaching expiry should renew. Renewal can be filed by the registered proprietor or by an authorised agent or attorney acting on their behalf.

Applicant	When renewal applies
Companies & LLPs	Brand names, logos and product marks reaching the end of a ten-year term.
Proprietors & partnerships	Trade names and marks used in business that are registered in the firm’s name.
Startups & MSMEs	Marks registered during the launch phase that are now due for their first renewal.
Assignees & licensees	Marks acquired or held under licence where renewal is the holder’s responsibility.

Situation	Action required
Mark nearing expiry	File renewal within one year before the expiry date.
Mark just expired	Renew within the six-month grace period with surcharge.
Mark removed from Register	Apply for restoration plus renewal within one year of expiry.

How it works

The renewal process, step by step

Renewal is filed online with the Trade Marks Registry through the IP India portal. The path is straightforward when handled before expiry, and we manage every stage for you.

On-time renewal

Review the mark
We verify the registration number, class, proprietor details and the exact expiry date on the Register.
File Form TM-R
The renewal application is filed online with the prescribed government fee within one year before expiry.
Registry processing
The Trade Marks Registry verifies the application and records the renewal.
Renewal confirmed
The mark is renewed for a further ten years and reflected on the Register and in the Trade Marks Journal.

Grace period & restoration

Assess status
We check whether the mark is within the grace period or has been removed from the Register.
File with surcharge
Form TM-R is filed with the renewal fee plus the prescribed surcharge for late filing.
Restoration if removed
If the mark has lapsed, we file for restoration together with renewal within one year of expiry.
Reinstated
The Registry restores and renews the mark, keeping your protection intact.

Paperwork

Documents required

Copy of the trademark registration certificate
Trademark registration number and class
Details of the registered proprietor
Copy of the original TM-A application, where available
Identity and address proof of the proprietor
Power of Attorney (Form TM-48) authorising the agent or attorney
Earlier renewal records, if the mark has been renewed before

Forms

Forms & notices

Form TM-R: used for renewal of a registered trademark.
Surcharge: the same form is used for late renewal within the grace period.
Restoration: Form TM-R is also used to restore and renew a removed mark.
Form TM-48: Power of Attorney appointing an agent to act for you.
Renewal notice (Form O-3): the Registry issues a notice before expiry; do not rely on it alone.

Validity & timeline

Validity, grace period & fees

The key dates and fee components for trademark renewal are summarised below. Government fees are prescribed under the Trade Marks Rules, 2017 and differ for physical and e-filing.

Item	Details
Validity term	10 years from the date of registration, renewable indefinitely.
Filing window	Renewal can be filed within one year before the expiry date.
Grace period	Up to six months after expiry, on payment of the prescribed surcharge.
Restoration window	A removed mark can be restored and renewed within one year of expiry.
Government fee	Statutory renewal fee per class; a surcharge applies for late filing.
Professional fee	Our charge for preparing and filing the renewal and tracking it to completion.

Is your trademark due for renewal?

Share your registration number and we will check the exact expiry date, the fee payable and whether you are within the grace period, then file the renewal for you.

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Why it matters

Benefits of timely renewal

Continuous protection

Your exclusive rights over the mark continue without any gap or lapse.

Keep the ® symbol

You retain the right to use the registered trademark symbol on your products and marketing.

Stronger enforcement

A live registration is your strongest tool to act against infringers and counterfeiters.

Lower cost

Renewal is far cheaper and faster than registering the mark all over again.

Asset value

A valid mark stays a transferable asset that can be assigned, licensed or used as security.

Brand continuity

Customers and partners keep recognising and trusting a brand that is consistently protected.

Consequences

What happens if you miss renewal

If a trademark is not renewed before expiry and the grace period closes, the Registry can remove the mark from the Register. Once removed, you lose the exclusive statutory rights attached to the registration, and third parties may apply for an identical or deceptively similar mark.

Risks of letting a mark lapse

Loss of exclusivity over the brand name and logo.
Removal from the Register after the grace period ends.
Weakened enforcement against copycats and infringers.
Risk of squatting by competitors filing a similar mark.
Costly restoration or full re-registration to recover protection.

Why Diligence

Why choose Diligence Certifications

We manage the full renewal lifecycle so your brand protection never lapses, from the first reminder to confirmation on the Register.

Proactive reminders

We track your expiry dates and alert you well before the renewal window opens.

Accurate filing

Form TM-R is prepared and filed correctly the first time, avoiding objections and delays.

Restoration expertise

If a mark has lapsed, we handle restoration and renewal to bring it back on the Register.

End-to-end support

A single point of contact manages the filing, fees and Registry follow-up for you.

Portfolio management

We renew multiple marks across classes and entities under one coordinated plan.

Transparent pricing

Clear government and professional fees with no hidden charges.

Official source

Trade mark renewals are processed by Intellectual Property India.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How long is a registered trademark valid in India?

A registered trademark is valid for ten years from the date of registration. It can be renewed for successive ten-year periods, with no limit on the number of renewals.

When should I file for trademark renewal?

You can file a renewal application using Form TM-R within one year before the expiry date. Filing early avoids any risk of the mark lapsing.

What is the grace period for renewing a trademark?

If you miss the expiry date, you can still renew within a six-month grace period after expiry, on payment of the renewal fee plus the prescribed surcharge.

Can a removed trademark be restored?

Yes. If a mark has been removed from the Register, you can apply for restoration along with renewal using Form TM-R within one year from the date of expiry.

Which form is used for trademark renewal?

Form TM-R is used to renew a registered trademark. The same form is used for late renewal with surcharge and for restoration of a removed mark.

Do I need to renew each class separately?

Renewal fees are charged per class. If your mark is registered in more than one class, the renewal is filed and fees are payable for each class covered by the registration.

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