Logo Registration
Your logo is the face of your brand. Registering it as a device mark stops others from copying your look and builds a valuable business asset.
Quick answer
A logo is registered in India as a trademark (device mark) by filing Form TM-A with the logo image in the correct class. It protects the visual identity of your brand, while copyright separately protects the artwork itself.
Key facts
- A logo can be registered as a device mark, a word mark, or a combination of both.
- Filing in black and white generally covers the logo in any colour, subject to the Registry practice.
- Choose classes based on the goods or services the logo will be used on.
- Logo registration gives the same 10-year, renewable protection as a name.
- Logo artwork can also be protected under copyright, which is a separate registration.
Logo trademark vs copyright
Trademark protects the logo as a brand identifier in the market, while copyright protects the creative work of the design. Many businesses hold both. We can file both for you.
How the process works
- Send your logoShare a high-quality image file and your business details.
- Search and class selectionWe search for similar logos and choose classes.
- File the applicationThe device mark application is filed on the Trade Marks Registry portal.
- Follow throughExamination, publication and registration as for any trademark.
Frequently asked questions
Should I register the logo or the name first?
If budget is limited, many brands protect the name first, then the logo. Ideally protect both.
What file format do I need?
A clear JPEG or PNG image. We prepare it to the Registry specifications.
Can I change my logo after registration?
A materially different logo needs a fresh application.
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