Trademark renewal ensures your registered trademark remains legally valid and protected for another 10 years without interruption.
Trademark renewal is the legal process of extending the validity of a registered trademark beyond its initial 10-year term under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. If a trademark is not renewed on time, it risks removal from the Trademark Register. Renewing your trademark helps maintain continuous legal ownership and prevents others from claiming or misusing your brand. Timely renewal ensures uninterrupted protection and preserves the commercial value of your trademark.
Eligibility Criteria
Trademark renewal can only be applied for by the rightful owner of a registered trademark.
Who Can Apply
Individual trademark owners
Startups and MSMEs
Private limited and public companies
LLPs and partnership firms
Authorized agents or legal representatives
Class 45: Covers intellectual property monitoring, legal maintenance, and filing for the extension of trademark rights.
Class 35: Covers the clerical work of filing Form TM-R and managing the business deadlines for your registration.
Combined Protection: Professional firms usually register in both to cover the legal strategy (45) and the clerical filing (35).
Types of Trademark Renewal
Trademark renewal can be filed based on the trademark’s current status and filing timeline.
Benefits of Trademark Renewal
Renewing your trademark protects your brand’s legal, commercial, and strategic value.
Continues exclusive ownership and usage rights
Prevents competitors from registering similar marks
Maintains legal enforceability against infringement
Saves cost and effort of fresh registration
Preserves brand goodwill and valuation
Strengthens legal position in disputes
Secure Your Brand for the Next 10 Years
Avoid penalties, protect your identity, and retain exclusive rights without disruption.
Essential Documents for Trademark Renewal
Trademark renewal requires minimal documentation. Submitting accurate documents ensures faster approval without objections.
Trademark Registration Certificate
Confirms existing registration and eligibility for renewal.
Copy of original registration certificate
Trademark number and class details
Identity & Address Proof of Applicant
Establishes ownership of the trademark.
PAN card
Aadhaar / Passport / Voter ID (individuals)
Incorporation certificate (companies/LLPs)
Registered office address proof
Power of Attorney (If Applicable)
Required when filing through an authorised agent.
Signed authorisation document
Enables legal representation
TM-R Renewal Application
Official form for trademark renewal.
Duly filled Form TM-R
Filed online with the Trademark Registry
Payment Proof
Confirms government fee submission.
Online payment receipt
Late renewal attracts additional charges
Comparison: Trademark Renewal vs Fresh Registration
Renewing an existing trademark is faster, safer, and more cost-effective than re-registration.
