Trademark Filing Cost in India 2026 — Complete Fee Guide: Government Fees and Attorney Fees

Verified against IP India official fee schedule — Trade Marks Rules 2017 First Schedule. Last updated May 2026. Fees sourced by Legismith Partners LLP — IP India Registered Trademark Attorneys, Pune, Maharashtra, India. Authors: Santosh Sangle (TM Attorney No. 33801) and Amar Gite (TM Attorney No. 40506).

Trademark registration in India costs between ₹4,500 and ₹9,000 per class in government fees alone — depending on your business type. Add a professional attorney fee and GST, and the total investment for one trademark class ranges from ₹28,100 to ₹32,600 (all-inclusive). This guide breaks down every rupee, at every stage, for every applicant type — so you know exactly what you will pay before you file.

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Government Fee for Trademark Registration — 2026 Schedule

The government filing fee for trademark registration in India is a statutory charge prescribed under the First Schedule of the Trade Marks Rules 2017. Fees are charged per class of goods or services and per application. A trademark covering three classes requires three separate fee payments — one per class. All government fees paid to IP India are non-refundable, regardless of whether the application is accepted, objected to, or refused.

Applicant Type	E-Filing Fee Per Class	Physical Filing Fee Per Class
Individual / Sole Proprietor	₹4,500	₹5,000
MSME — Udyam Registered	₹4,500	₹5,000
DPIIT Recognised Startup	₹4,500	₹5,000
Private Limited Company / LLP / Partnership Firm	₹9,000	₹10,000
Trust / Society / NGO	₹9,000	₹10,000

Source: Trade Marks Rules 2017, First Schedule, verified against the IP India official fee schedule at ipindia.gov.in, May 2026. Fees are per class, per application. E-filing is done through the IP India portal at tmrsearch.ipindia.gov.in.

Total Cost of Trademark Registration — Including Professional Fee

The government fee covers filing only. Most platforms advertise a low headline fee and then charge separately when an examination report arrives, when a hearing is scheduled, or when the application needs amendment. Legismith’s professional fee is ₹20,000 per class per trademark application — covering every stage from search to registration certificate with no hidden charges at any stage. For clients filing in multiple classes, a multi-class discount on the professional fee may be available — contact Legismith for a quote.

Cost Component	Individual / MSME / Startup (1 class)	Company / LLP (1 class)
Legismith Professional Fee (per class, all stages included)	₹20,000	₹20,000
Government Filing Fee — IP India (per class)	₹4,500	₹9,000
Sub-total (before GST)	₹24,500	₹29,000
18% GST (on professional fee only — government fee is GST exempt)	₹3,600	₹3,600
Total Investment (inclusive of GST, 1 class)	₹28,100	₹32,600

Note: 18% GST applies only to the professional fee of ₹20,000 per class. Government fees paid directly to the IP India portal are statutory charges and are GST exempt. Legismith’s professional fee is ₹20,000 per class per trademark application — covering all stages from search to certificate. Multi-class discount may be available for clients filing in 2 or more classes simultaneously. Verified against Trade Marks Rules 2017 First Schedule, May 2026.

What Is Covered in Legismith’s Professional Fee

Legismith’s professional fee of ₹20,000 per class per trademark covers every stage without exception — from the first search to the final registration certificate. Unlike platforms that charge separately at the filing, examination, and hearing stages, Legismith raises a single invoice per class at the start of the engagement:

• Trademark availability search — Section 9 (absolute grounds) and Section 11 (relative grounds: conflict with existing marks) analysis
• Class selection advisory — NICE Classification review and description of goods/services optimisation
• Application drafting and e-filing — Form TM-A prepared and submitted on the IP India portal
• Power of Attorney preparation — Form TM-48 drafted, executed, and filed
• MSME or startup concession verification — correct applicant category confirmed before filing
• Examination report reply (Form TM-M) — included at zero extra charge regardless of objection type or complexity
• Show cause hearing representation — included at zero extra charge if hearing is scheduled
• LEGIDESK tracking portal access — real-time status updates throughout the process

No hidden charges. No surprise invoices. One price per class. Complete protection from search to registration certificate.

Trademark Registration Cost at Every Stage — The 12 to 18 Month Process

Trademark registration in India takes approximately 12 to 18 months from filing to registration certificate. The government fee is paid only once — at the initial filing stage. All subsequent stages carry zero government fee. Approximately 80–90% of applications in India receive an examination report requiring a written reply.

Stage	Typical Timeline	Government Fee	Legismith Fee
Trademark Search and Clearance Report	Day 1	₹0	Included in per-class fee
Application Filing (Form TM-A)	Day 2–3	₹4,500 or ₹9,000 per class	Included in per-class fee
Examination Report Reply (Form TM-M)	Month 6–9	₹0	Included in per-class fee
Show Cause Hearing (if scheduled)	Month 9–12	₹0	Included in per-class fee
Journal Publication (4 months opposition window)	Month 12–15	₹0	Included in per-class fee
Registration Certificate Issued	Month 15–18	₹0	Included in per-class fee
Trademark Renewal (Form TM-R) — every 10 years	Year 10 from filing date	₹9,000 per class	Quoted separately
Late Renewal Surcharge (within 6 months after expiry)	Up to Year 10.5	+₹4,500 per class	Quoted separately
Restoration After Removal	After Year 10.5	₹18,000 per class	Quoted separately

Government fee of ₹4,500 or ₹9,000 per class is paid only at the initial filing stage. All subsequent stages within the 12–18 month registration process are fee-free from the government side. Renewal fees apply from Year 10 calculated from the date of filing.

MSME and Startup: You Pay ₹4,500 — Not ₹9,000

Under Trade Marks Rules 2017, MSME-registered businesses holding a valid Udyam Registration Certificate and DPIIT-recognised startups qualify for the concessional fee rate of ₹4,500 per class for e-filing — exactly 50% of the ₹9,000 rate applicable to companies and LLPs. This concession must be actively claimed during the TM-A application by selecting the correct applicant type. If you file under the wrong category, there is no refund. Legismith verifies every client’s eligibility before filing. Read the complete guide to claiming the MSME and startup fee concession.

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Multi-Class Trademark Cost — Reference Table

Classes	Individual / MSME — Govt Fee	Company / LLP — Govt Fee	Total Individual (incl. Legismith + GST)	Total Company (incl. Legismith + GST)
1 class	₹4,500	₹9,000	₹28,100	₹32,600
2 classes	₹9,000	₹18,000	₹56,200 *	₹65,200 *
3 classes	₹13,500	₹27,000	₹84,300 *	₹97,800 *
4 classes	₹18,000	₹36,000	₹1,12,400 *	₹1,30,400 *
5 classes	₹22,500	₹45,000	₹1,40,500 *	₹1,63,000 *

* Legismith’s professional fee is ₹20,000 per class per trademark. For clients filing in 2 or more classes simultaneously, a multi-class discount on the professional fee may be available — contact Legismith on WhatsApp for a discounted quote. Totals above are at the standard rate before any discount. Government fees are per class and non-refundable. Verified against Trade Marks Rules 2017 First Schedule, May 2026.

Why Choose Legismith Partners LLP

Feature	Traditional IP Firm / LegalTech Platform	Legismith Partners LLP
Fee transparency	Hidden charges at each stage — filing, examination, hearing billed separately	₹20,000 per class. One invoice per class. No surprises at any stage.
Trademark search	Often charged separately (₹2,000–₹5,000) or skipped entirely	Included — Section 9 and Section 11 analysis before every filing
Abandoned applications	Examination reports missed, applications abandoned — you pay to re-file	LEGIDESK tracking portal prevents abandonment. Alerts at every stage.
Practice focus	General practice — same advocate handles property, criminal, and trademark matters	Exclusively intellectual property — trademark, copyright, patent, design only
Multi-class discount	Not typically offered — each class billed at full rate	Discount may apply for clients filing 2+ classes simultaneously — ask for quote

Your brand name is a business asset. It earns revenue, builds customer trust, and protects your market position. Protect it with attorneys who work exclusively in intellectual property.

Frequently Asked Questions — Trademark Filing Cost India

How much does it cost to register a trademark in India in 2026?

The government fee is ₹4,500 per class for individuals, MSME-registered businesses, and DPIIT-recognised startups, and ₹9,000 per class for companies and LLPs — as prescribed under Trade Marks Rules 2017 First Schedule. With Legismith’s professional fee of ₹20,000 per class, the total investment is ₹28,100 (inclusive of 18% GST) for individuals filing in one class, or ₹32,600 for companies filing in one class. For multiple classes, a multi-class discount on Legismith’s professional fee may be available — contact for quote.

What does Legismith’s professional fee include?

Legismith’s professional fee of ₹20,000 per class per trademark covers every stage from trademark search to registration certificate — including trademark availability search (Section 9 and Section 11 analysis), class selection, application drafting and e-filing on IP India portal, Power of Attorney preparation, MSME/startup concession verification, examination report reply (regardless of complexity), and show cause hearing representation. No stage within the registration lifecycle attracts a separate charge. For clients filing in 2 or more classes simultaneously, a multi-class discount on the professional fee may be available — WhatsApp Legismith for a quote.

Is GST applicable on trademark registration fees?

GST at 18% applies only to the professional fees charged by trademark attorneys — not to the government filing fee paid to IP India. The 18% GST on Legismith’s ₹20,000 per class professional fee amounts to ₹3,600 per class. The government filing fee of ₹4,500 or ₹9,000 per class paid directly to IP India is a statutory charge under Trade Marks Act 1999 and is GST exempt.

How many trademark classes do I need?

You need one trademark class per category of goods or services your business operates in. A clothing brand typically needs Class 25 (apparel) only. A SaaS company may need Class 9 (downloadable software) and Class 42 (software as a service), which costs ₹9,000 in government fees for a startup or ₹18,000 for a company. Legismith recommends the minimum classes required for complete protection — included in the free consultation. For multi-class filings, ask about the multi-class discount on professional fee.

Does trademark registration cost differ from state to state in India?

No. The government trademark filing fee is a central statutory charge under Trade Marks Rules 2017 and is identical whether you file from Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, or any other city. All applications are filed on the central IP India portal. Legismith’s professional fee also applies across India regardless of the client’s location.

Can I use the TM symbol before registration is complete?

Yes. Under Section 22 of the Trade Marks Act 1999, you may use the ™ symbol immediately after your trademark application is filed and a filing number is issued — typically within 1 to 3 business days. You may only use the ® symbol after official registration, which takes approximately 12 to 18 months. Using ® before registration constitutes misrepresentation under Section 107 of the Trade Marks Act 1999.

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Most businesses overpay on trademark registration because they do not know their correct fee category, file in unnecessary classes, or pay separately at every stage. Tell us your business type and number of classes — we confirm your exact total cost, multi-class discount (if applicable), and recommended classes in writing within 2 business hours.

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Also read: How to register a trademark in India  |  Cost of replying to an examination report  |  MSME and startup fee concession  |  Trademark renewal fees in India  |  Read our trademark guides