{"id":773,"date":"2026-04-13T13:31:33","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T08:01:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tmzon.com\/blog\/?p=773"},"modified":"2026-04-13T13:31:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T08:01:35","slug":"trademark-renewal-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tmzon.com\/blog\/trademark-renewal-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Trademark Renewal in India \u2014 When to Renew, How to Do It, and What Happens If You Miss the Deadline (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A registered trademark in India does not last forever on its own. It must be actively renewed through trademark renewal \u2014 and the consequences of missing the deadline range from an avoidable surcharge to permanently losing the brand protection you spent years building.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide covers everything a trademark owner in India needs to know about trademark renewal in 2026: when to act, which form to file, what the fees are, what the grace period gives you, and what happens if the mark is removed from the register entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id773_14bdad-e4 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id773_14bdad-e4 .kb-table-of-contents-title-wrap{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id773_14bdad-e4 .kb-table-of-contents-title{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id773_14bdad-e4 .kb-table-of-content-wrap .kb-table-of-content-list{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}<\/style>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Long Does a Trademark Registration Last in India?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Under <strong>Section 25(1) of the Trade Marks Act, 1999<\/strong>, a registered trademark in India is valid for <strong>10 years from the date of the original application<\/strong> \u2014 not the date of registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This distinction matters. The validity period runs from the filing date, not from when the registration certificate was issued. Since there is typically a gap of 12 to 18 months between filing and registration, many proprietors assume they have more time than they actually do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong> If you filed your trademark application on 15 April 2016 and received the registration certificate in October 2017, your trademark expires on <strong>15 April 2026<\/strong> \u2014 not in October 2027.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always verify your expiry date directly on the IP India public search portal using your application or registration number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can a Trademark Be Renewed Indefinitely?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. Under Section 25 of the Trade Marks Act, 1999, a registered trademark in India can be renewed indefinitely through trademark renewal \u2014 in successive 10-year cycles \u2014 as long as renewal fees are paid on time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike patents, which expire permanently after 20 years, a trademark has no maximum lifespan. Brands like Tata, Amul, and Britannia have maintained trademark registrations through multiple renewal cycles over decades. With proper management, a trademark is a permanent asset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When Can You File for Renewal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can begin the renewal process <strong>up to one year before the expiry date<\/strong> of the trademark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding the importance of timely trademark renewal is crucial for maintaining brand identity and legal rights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This pre-expiry window is the ideal time to act. Filing early:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Avoids any additional fees or surcharges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensures uninterrupted protection with no gap in registration status<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gives you time to address any administrative issues before the deadline<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The Trade Marks Registry is also required under Section 25(3) of the Trade Marks Act, 1999 to send an <strong>O-3 Notice<\/strong> \u2014 a formal renewal notice \u2014 to the registered proprietor at the address on record before the trademark expires. However, relying solely on receiving this notice is inadvisable. Addresses change, correspondence gets missed, and the Registry&#8217;s obligation is to dispatch the notice \u2014 not to ensure you receive it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Maintain your own calendar of trademark expiry dates. Do not wait for the Registry to remind you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Renewal Process \u2014 Step by Step<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1 \u2014 Verify Your Expiry Date<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Log in to the IP India online portal at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ipindiaonline.gov.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ipindiaonline.gov.in<\/a><\/strong> and search your trademark registration number. The current status page will show the date of expiry and the current registration status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2 \u2014 File Form TM-R<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Trademark renewal in India is filed using <strong>Form TM-R<\/strong> \u2014 the prescribed application for renewal of a registered trademark under Rule 57 of the Trade Marks Rules, 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Form TM-R requires:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The trademark registration number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The class of goods or services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The registered proprietor&#8217;s current name and address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payment of the prescribed renewal fee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>No specimens of the mark, no declarations of use, and no proof of continued use are required at the renewal stage. Renewal is a matter of right \u2014 it is not examined for registrability or use the way an initial application is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If filing through an authorised agent or attorney, a <strong>Power of Authority (Form TM-48)<\/strong> is also required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3 \u2014 File Online or Physically<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Renewal applications can be filed:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Online<\/strong> \u2014 through the IP India e-filing portal at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ipindiaonline.gov.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ipindiaonline.gov.in<\/a><\/strong>. Online filing is faster, generates instant acknowledgment, and attracts lower government fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Physically<\/strong> \u2014 by submitting documents at the appropriate Trade Marks Registry office (Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, or Kolkata) based on the jurisdiction of the original application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Online filing is strongly recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4 \u2014 Publication and Renewal Certificate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the renewal application is cleared, the renewed trademark is published in the official <strong>Trade Marks Journal<\/strong>. A computer-generated renewal certificate is then made available on the online portal confirming that the mark is protected for a further 10 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Physical certificates are no longer issued by default under current practice. The online certificate is the official record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Trademark Renewal Fees in India (2026)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Government fees for trademark renewal are prescribed under the <strong>First Schedule of the Trade Marks Rules, 2017<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Situation<\/th><th>E-filing fee per class<\/th><th>Physical filing fee per class<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Renewal before expiry date<\/td><td>\u20b99,000<\/td><td>\u20b910,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Renewal during grace period (with surcharge)<\/td><td>\u20b99,000 + \u20b94,500 surcharge<\/td><td>\u20b910,000 + \u20b95,000 surcharge<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Restoration after removal<\/td><td>\u20b99,000 renewal + \u20b99,000 restoration<\/td><td>Higher physical fees apply<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important:<\/strong> Unlike at the initial filing stage \u2014 where individuals, startups, and MSMEs pay \u20b94,500 per class versus \u20b99,000 for companies \u2014 <strong>no applicant category discount is available at the renewal stage<\/strong>. All registered proprietors pay the same renewal fee regardless of entity type.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is the Grace Period?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you miss the trademark expiry date, the Trade Marks Act provides a <strong>six-month grace period<\/strong> during which you can still renew.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Under <strong>Rule 57(2) of the Trade Marks Rules, 2017<\/strong>, renewal during the grace period requires payment of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The standard renewal fee (\u20b99,000 per class for e-filing), plus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A surcharge of \u20b94,500 per class for e-filing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your trademark technically remains on the register during the grace period and your exclusive rights continue. However, the surcharge is a real financial penalty for delay, and the risk of administrative complications increases the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The grace period is six months from the expiry date \u2014 not six months from when you notice the expiry.<\/strong> If your trademark expired on 1 January 2026, the grace period ends on 30 June 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens If You Miss the Grace Period?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If the trademark is not renewed within the six-month grace period, the Registrar removes it from the register. The removal is also advertised in the Trade Marks Journal under Section 59 of the Trade Marks Rules, 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once removed, you lose:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The exclusive right to use the trademark<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The right to use the \u00ae symbol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The ability to bring an infringement action under the Trade Marks Act, 1999<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protection against competitors filing identical or similar marks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the outcome most proprietors do not realise until it is too late.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Restoration \u2014 What to Do If Your Trademark Was Removed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your trademark has been removed for non-renewal, one further option remains: <strong>restoration<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Under <strong>Section 25(4) of the Trade Marks Act, 1999<\/strong>, an application for restoration of a removed trademark can be filed using <strong>Form TM-R<\/strong> (with a restoration request) within <strong>one year from the date of expiry<\/strong> \u2014 not from the date of removal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Restoration fees (e-filing):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Standard renewal fee: \u20b99,000 per class<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Restoration fee: \u20b99,000 per class<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Total: \u20b918,000 per class<\/strong> \u2014 double the standard renewal cost<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond the cost, restoration is less secure than timely renewal for several reasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Registry considers the interests of third parties who may have filed similar marks during the removal period<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The restored mark may be subject to conditions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A mark deemed to have been removed is treated as still on the register for one year from expiry for the limited purpose of preventing registration of an identical mark \u2014 but this protection is not equivalent to active registration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the one-year restoration window closes, the mark is permanently gone and a fresh application with a new filing date is the only option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens to Your Brand If the Trademark Lapses?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the real cost that most renewal guides understate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A lapsed trademark means:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A competitor can legitimately file an identical or similar mark and obtain registration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You cannot invoke the Trade Marks Act against someone using your mark \u2014 you would have to rely on the slower, harder-to-prove common law action of passing off<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Years of brand equity and recognition become legally unprotected<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Licensing, franchising, and IP-based financing become impossible without a valid registration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>E-commerce platforms that require trademark registration for brand protection programs (Amazon Brand Registry, Flipkart Assured) remove your registered status<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The cost of renewal \u2014 \u20b99,000 per class \u2014 is trivially small compared to the cost of rebuilding brand protection from scratch or litigating a passing off case against an infringer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can You Renew a Trademark You Are Not Currently Using?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. Renewal does not require proof of use. Form TM-R does not ask you to demonstrate that the mark has been used in commerce during the preceding 10 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, a separate issue applies: a registered trademark that has not been genuinely used for a continuous period of five years and three months is vulnerable to a <strong>non-use cancellation application<\/strong> under Section 47 of the Trade Marks Act, 1999 by any aggrieved person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Renewing the trademark keeps it on the register. It does not insulate it from a non-use challenge if use has genuinely lapsed for the prescribed period. If you are renewing a mark that has not been actively used, take legal advice on maintaining evidence of any use that has occurred and consider whether the goods or services specification needs to be adjusted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical Tips \u2014 Managing Trademark Renewal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Set calendar reminders at 18 months, 12 months, and 6 months before expiry.<\/strong> Three reminders ensure you never miss the window even if one reminder gets overlooked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Keep your address for service current on the register.<\/strong> The O-3 Notice from the Registry goes to the address on record. If you have changed address and not updated the register, you may not receive it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>File online.<\/strong> The IP India e-filing portal at <a href=\"https:\/\/ipindiaonline.gov.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ipindiaonline.gov.in<\/a> is the fastest and most cost-effective way to file Form TM-R. Online filing generates immediate acknowledgment and is \u20b91,000 cheaper per class than physical filing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Check all your registered marks \u2014 not just the one you use most.<\/strong> Businesses often have multiple trademark registrations across different classes or for different marks. Each has its own renewal date. A portfolio review before any renewal is good practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do not assume the Registry&#8217;s notice will reach you in time.<\/strong> The O-3 Notice is a courtesy reminder \u2014 it is not a prerequisite for the renewal obligation. Your responsibility to renew exists regardless of whether you received the notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: When should I file for trademark renewal in India?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A: You can file for renewal up to one year before the trademark&#8217;s expiry date. The expiry date is 10 years from the original application date under Section 25(1) of the Trade Marks Act, 1999. Filing within the pre-expiry window avoids the surcharge and ensures continuous protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: What is the government fee for trademark renewal in India in 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A: The government fee for trademark renewal via e-filing in India is \u20b99,000 per class. If renewing during the six-month grace period after expiry, a surcharge of \u20b94,500 per class is added, making the total \u20b913,500 per class for e-filing. Unlike initial registration, no discounted fee is available for individuals or startups at the renewal stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: What form is used for trademark renewal in India?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Form TM-R is the prescribed form for trademark renewal under Rule 57 of the Trade Marks Rules, 2017. It can be filed online through the IP India e-filing portal at ipindiaonline.gov.in or physically at the appropriate Trade Marks Registry office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: What is the grace period for trademark renewal in India?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A: The Trade Marks Act, 1999 provides a six-month grace period after the trademark expiry date during which renewal can still be filed. A surcharge applies during this period. After the grace period, the trademark is removed from the register.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Can a trademark be restored after it is removed for non-renewal?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Yes, under Section 25(4) of the Trade Marks Act, 1999, an application for restoration can be filed within one year from the trademark&#8217;s expiry date. The total fee for restoration via e-filing is \u20b918,000 per class \u2014 \u20b99,000 renewal fee plus \u20b99,000 restoration fee. Restoration is subject to Registry discretion and consideration of third party interests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Do I need to prove that I have been using the trademark to renew it?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A: No. Renewal under the Trade Marks Act, 1999 is a matter of right within the statutory period. No proof of use, specimens, or declarations are required with Form TM-R. However, a separate vulnerability exists if the mark has not been genuinely used for five years and three months \u2014 it may be subject to a non-use cancellation application under Section 47 by a third party.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: How many times can a trademark be renewed in India?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A: A trademark in India can be renewed an unlimited number of times in successive 10-year cycles. There is no maximum lifespan for a registered trademark as long as renewal fees are paid. This is what makes trademark registration the most enduring form of IP protection available in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don&#8217;t Let Your Brand Protection Expire<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Trademark renewal is one of the simplest procedural steps in IP law \u2014 and one of the most frequently missed simply through oversight. The fee is fixed, the form is straightforward, and the process takes minutes online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What is not simple is rebuilding brand protection after a lapse, disputing a competitor who filed your name during the removal period, or explaining to your customers why your brand is no longer legally protected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At TMZON, our trademark renewal assistance service manages the entire process \u2014 form filing, fee payment, and confirmation \u2014 so you never miss a deadline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"\/trademark-renewal\">Get Trademark Renewal Assistance \u2192 TMZON<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your trademark has already lapsed and you need restoration assistance, or if you are unsure of your current renewal status, start with a free trademark search:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"\/trademark-search\">Check Your Trademark Status \u2192 TMZON<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><em>This article is written for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. For advice specific to your trademark renewal situation, please consult a qualified IP professional.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Written by Arya Sharma, Advocate, Bombay High Court <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u00a9 2026 TMZON Corporate Services. All rights reserved.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A registered trademark in India does not last forever on its own. It must be actively renewed through trademark renewal \u2014 and the consequences of missing the deadline range from an avoidable surcharge to permanently losing the brand protection you spent years building. 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