Trademark Registration in Manipur

Trademark Registration In Manipur

Trademark registration in Manipur, like in other parts of India, is governed by the Trade Marks Act, 1999, and the Trade Marks Rules, 2017. The registration process in Manipur is administered by the Office of the Registrar of TradeMarks located in Imphal. When you register a trademark, you have the exclusive right to use it with your products or services. This means that you can legally take action against anyone who uses your trademark without your permission. Registering your trademark is crucial to safeguard your brand identity and prevent others from using similar marks that may confuse customers.

How to Register?

• To register a trademark in Manipur, an application must be filed with the Registrar of Trademarks, either online or through physical submission
• The registration must include information about the planned brand, the products or services it will be used for, as well as the applicant's name and location
• The Registrar will examine the application and conduct a search to determine if the trademark is already registered or similar to an existing registered trademark
• If there are no objections or oppositions raised, the registrar will publish the trademark in the trademarks Journal, after which a registration certificate will be issued to the applicant.

• Fill out the application form from the Intellectual Property Office
• Provide the necessary documents proving the ownership of one’s brand or business
• Pay the required amount.

Did You Know?

• A Gap Inc. trademark in Manipur identifies clothing and clothing items produced under licence from the American fashion and accessories giant. This is the most prominent trademark in Manipur.
• The registered McDonald's trademark in Manipur is one of the most recognised in the country. It gives all sorts of McDonald's products and services worldwide their identity.

Documents to Have for Registering a Trademark in Manipur

Here are some of the documents that are necessary for the registration of trademark in Manipur:

• Applicant’s PAN card
• Applicant’s address proof
• Logo (which must contain the brand name) applied to register a trademark
• User affidavit, in case of claim of a specific user date
• Proof of trademark use such as registration certificate or invoice, etc.
• A signed form of TM – 48
• Start up recognition certificates, MSME, to avail upto 50% concession on the government fees.

Fee Structure

• ₹3500/- per mark per class
• Lawyers will charge ₹1000/- to ₹3000/- per mark per class
• ₹500/- for trademark search

How to Register a Trademark in Manipur

• Step 1: Trademark Class Selection: The proper division must be chosen before filing an application for trademark registration.
• Step 2: Trademark Search: Examine the company name and logo to see if the trademark has already been filed or if it is being used under another name.
• Step 3: Applying for a trademark: You will receive a recognition and be permitted to use the TM Symbol next to the brand name once your online trademark registration has been authorised. The trademark registrar will review the brand name and determine whether there are any ongoing or active trademark registration disputes.
• Step 4: Wait for Opposition: If no opposition or complaint is received within three months, in some instances, of the publishing date, the Trademark registrar will print the trademark online in the trademark Journal, and the process will move on to acceptance. If the application is turned down, the trademark owner may request a review. If the officer is pleased with the proof provided, the application will be accepted. The IPAB will be informed if the appeal is denied once more.
• Step 5: Issuance of Registration Certificate: The trademark registrar will issue the trademark registration certificate and the trademark registry insignia after accepting the application and after no objection is received.

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