India IP Statistics 2024-25: Trademarks, Patents, Designs, Copyright and GI
Verified numbers from the official CGPDTM Annual Report 2024-25: where trademarks are filed, which classes and states lead, and what it means for your brand.
Quick answer
India received 749,946 IP applications in 2024-25, including 552,190 trademark applications, 110,375 patent applications, 43,005 designs, 44,095 copyright applications and 275 GI applications. Maharashtra (98,329), Delhi (66,314) and Gujarat (61,511) filed the most trademarks, and Class 5 was the most filed class.
India IPR at a glance, 2024-25
India received 749,946 IP applications in 2024-25 across patents, designs, trade marks, Geographical Indications and copyrights, compared with 635,508 in 2023-24. Trade mark filings grew about 16%, patents 19.75%, designs 41.52% and copyrights about 20%.
| Right | 2020-21 | 2021-22 | 2022-23 | 2023-24 | 2024-25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patents | 58,503 | 66,440 | 82,811 | 92,168 | 1,10,375 |
| Designs | 14,241 | 22,699 | 22,698 | 30,389 | 43,005 |
| Trade marks | 4,31,213 | 4,47,805 | 4,66,580 | 4,76,089 | 5,52,190 |
| Geographical Indications | 58 | 116 | 211 | 134 | 275 |
| Copyrights | 24,451 | 30,988 | 29,466 | 36,726 | 44,095 |
| Total (all IP, including SICLDR) | 5,28,471 | 5,68,049 | 6,01,789 | 6,35,508 | 7,49,946 |
Source: Annual Report 2024-25, Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, Trade Marks and Geographical Indications (CGPDTM), Government of India. Figures are for the financial year April 2024 to March 2025 and are applications filed, not registrations granted.
Trademarks: the main numbers
- Applications filed: 552,190 (Indian applicants 538,441, foreign applicants 13,749)
- Trademarks registered in 2024-25: 382,834
- Registered trademarks on the Register at 31 March 2025: 3,455,496
- Registered marks renewed: 96,636
- Notices of opposition filed: 82,915, and 4,790 applications for rectification
Source: Annual Report 2024-25, Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, Trade Marks and Geographical Indications (CGPDTM), Government of India. Figures are for the financial year April 2024 to March 2025 and are applications filed, not registrations granted.
Trademark applications by state, 2024-25
Top 20 states and union territories by applications filed by Indian applicants.
| Rank | State or UT | Applications | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maharashtra | 98,329 | 18.3% |
| 2 | Delhi | 66,314 | 12.3% |
| 3 | Gujarat | 61,511 | 11.4% |
| 4 | Uttar Pradesh | 48,198 | 9.0% |
| 5 | Karnataka | 33,468 | 6.2% |
| 6 | Tamil Nadu | 32,788 | 6.1% |
| 7 | Haryana | 31,402 | 5.8% |
| 8 | Rajasthan | 24,555 | 4.6% |
| 9 | Telangana | 23,448 | 4.4% |
| 10 | Kerala | 21,340 | 4.0% |
| 11 | West Bengal | 19,383 | 3.6% |
| 12 | Punjab | 17,265 | 3.2% |
| 13 | Madhya Pradesh | 16,552 | 3.1% |
| 14 | Andhra Pradesh | 7,746 | 1.4% |
| 15 | Bihar | 7,485 | 1.4% |
| 16 | Uttarakhand | 4,535 | 0.8% |
| 17 | Chhattisgarh | 4,272 | 0.8% |
| 18 | Odisha | 3,402 | 0.6% |
| 19 | Assam | 3,280 | 0.6% |
| 20 | Chandigarh | 3,017 | 0.6% |
The full list covers every state and union territory. Pages with local detail: trademark registration across India.
Source: Annual Report 2024-25, Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, Trade Marks and Geographical Indications (CGPDTM), Government of India. Figures are for the financial year April 2024 to March 2025 and are applications filed, not registrations granted.
Applications by Registry branch
Applications are filed at the branch that covers the applicant's principal place of business. Delhi received the most in 2024-25.
| Registry branch | Applications filed | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 1,84,871 | 33.5% |
| Mumbai | 1,22,494 | 22.2% |
| Chennai | 1,20,778 | 21.9% |
| Ahmedabad | 86,534 | 15.7% |
| Kolkata | 37,513 | 6.8% |
Source: Annual Report 2024-25, Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, Trade Marks and Geographical Indications (CGPDTM), Government of India. Figures are for the financial year April 2024 to March 2025 and are applications filed, not registrations granted.
Most filed trademark classes
| Class | What it covers | Filed 2024-25 | Share of filings | Registered 2024-25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class 5 | Pharmaceuticals, veterinary and sanitary preparations, dietetic substances | 82,469 | 14.92% | 48,984 |
| Class 35 | Advertising, business management and administration, office functions | 57,852 | 10.47% | 41,864 |
| Class 25 | Clothing, footwear, headgear | 38,431 | 6.95% | 27,359 |
| Class 30 | Coffee, tea, sugar, rice, flour, bakery and confectionery, spices | 30,204 | 5.47% | 18,013 |
| Class 3 | Cleaning preparations, soaps, perfumery, cosmetics | 29,342 | 5.31% | 16,706 |
| Class 9 | Scientific and electrical apparatus, software and data processing equipment | 26,868 | 4.86% | 20,681 |
| Class 41 | Education, training, entertainment, sporting and cultural activities | 26,299 | 4.76% | 20,035 |
| Class 43 | Services for providing food and drink, temporary accommodation | 20,894 | 3.78% | 13,847 |
| Class 42 | Scientific and technological services, software design and development | 18,720 | 3.39% | 13,865 |
| Class 29 | Meat, fish, poultry, dairy, preserved fruits and vegetables, edible oils | 15,630 | 2.83% | 9,861 |
Registrations in a year are not the same applications as filings in that year, so do not read the two columns as a success rate. Not sure of your class? Use the Class Finder.
Source: Annual Report 2024-25, Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, Trade Marks and Geographical Indications (CGPDTM), Government of India. Figures are for the financial year April 2024 to March 2025 and are applications filed, not registrations granted.
Patents
110,375 patent applications were filed in 2024-25, of which Indian applicants filed 68,201 (61.79%). Top states and union territories by applications from Indian applicants:
| State or UT | Patent applications by Indian applicants |
|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu | 15,440 |
| Karnataka | 8,371 |
| Maharashtra | 7,893 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 5,703 |
| Punjab | 4,461 |
| Telangana | 4,293 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 3,582 |
| Gujarat | 2,743 |
| Delhi | 2,520 |
| Rajasthan | 2,003 |
Learn more on patent registration.
Source: Annual Report 2024-25, Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, Trade Marks and Geographical Indications (CGPDTM), Government of India. Figures are for the financial year April 2024 to March 2025 and are applications filed, not registrations granted.
Designs, copyright and Geographical Indications
- Designs: 43,005 applications filed and 30,349 registered. Indian applicants filed 38,808, led by Maharashtra (8,914), Tamil Nadu (5,024) and Delhi (3,540). See design registration.
- Copyright: 44,095 applications received, 43,940 examined and 26,767 registrations completed. See copyright registration.
- Geographical Indications: 275 applications filed, 212 examined and 62 registered. Uttar Pradesh (76), Tamil Nadu (69) and Maharashtra (52) have the most registered GIs. See GI registration.
Source: Annual Report 2024-25, Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, Trade Marks and Geographical Indications (CGPDTM), Government of India. Figures are for the financial year April 2024 to March 2025 and are applications filed, not registrations granted.
Foreign applicants
Foreign applicants filed 13,749 trademark applications in 2024-25, led by the United States (4,031), China (2,235), the United Kingdom (759) and the United Arab Emirates (610). A further 13,766 international registrations under the Madrid System designated India. See trademark registration in India for foreign applicants.
Source: Annual Report 2024-25, Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, Trade Marks and Geographical Indications (CGPDTM), Government of India. Figures are for the financial year April 2024 to March 2025 and are applications filed, not registrations granted.
How to use these numbers
High-filing states have crowded registers, so a clearance search before you file matters most there. Smaller states have fewer local filers, but the Register is national, so a similar mark from anywhere can block yours. Start with the free brand name search, and read our guides on fees and timelines.
This page is general information and not legal advice. Official procedures, fees and timelines are set by the Government of India and can change, so please check the current position with the Registry or speak to us before you act.
IP statistics: common questions
How many trademark applications were filed in India in 2024-25?
The Trade Marks Registry received 552,190 applications in 2024-25, up from 476,089 the year before. Of these, 538,441 came from Indian applicants and 13,749 from foreign applicants.
Which state files the most trademark applications in India?
Maharashtra, with 98,329 applications from Indian applicants in 2024-25. Delhi was second with 66,314 and Gujarat third with 61,511, followed by Uttar Pradesh (48,198) and Karnataka (33,468).
Which trademark class is filed the most?
Class 5 (pharmaceutical, veterinary and sanitary preparations and dietetic substances) had the most applications, 82,469 or 14.92% of class-wise filings. Class 35 (advertising and business services) was second with 57,852 and Class 25 (clothing, footwear and headgear) third with 38,431.
How many trademarks were registered in India in 2024-25?
382,834 trademarks were registered in 2024-25, and 96,636 registered marks were renewed. The total number of registered trademarks as of 31 March 2025 was 3,455,496.
How many patent applications were filed in India in 2024-25?
110,375, up 19.75% on the previous year. Indian applicants filed 68,201 of them. Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Maharashtra were the top three states.
How many copyright and GI applications were filed?
44,095 copyright applications were filed and 26,767 copyright registrations were completed. For Geographical Indications, 275 applications were filed and 62 GIs were registered.
Do these figures show how likely my trademark is to be registered?
No. They count applications filed in a year and registrations granted in the same year, which are not the same applications. They show where demand is, not the outcome of any single application.
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