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What is Logo Registration?
Logo registration is a legal process that protects your logo as your own brand identity. It proves that the logo belongs to you and no one else can copy, use, or claim it. Once registered, your logo becomes a legal trademark, and you get full rights to use it for your business, products, and marketing.
- Gives official ownership of the logo
- Protects design, style, and brand identity
- Helps build brand trust and value
Why Logo Registration Is Important?
Logo registration is important because it protects your brand from misuse or copying. If someone tries to use a similar logo, you can take legal action. It also builds customer trust and makes your brand look professional in the market.
Benefits:
- Stops others from copying your brand logo
- Gives strong legal protection
- Helps in brand recognition and reputation
- Useful in business expansion and franchising
- Supports trademark and IP rights
Who Can Apply for Logo Registration?
Any person or business that owns or uses a logo can apply for logo registration. It can be used by both individuals and companies who want to protect their brand identity.
Eligible Applicants:
Individuals
Businesses
Firms
NGOs / Institutions
Brand Owners
Benefits of MSME (Udyam) Registration
Registering a logo turns your brand symbol into a legal and protected business asset. It proves that you are the real owner of the logo and gives you the exclusive right to use it for your products, services, and marketing. A registered logo helps you stop others from copying, imitating, or misusing your brand identity, and allows you to take legal action in case of infringement. It also builds customer trust, increases brand value, and supports business growth, licensing, and expansion in the future.
Benefits:
- Legal Ownership — You become the true owner of the logo
- Brand Protection — Others cannot copy or misuse it
- Business Credibility — Makes your brand look professional
- Monetization Power — Can license, sell, or franchise the brand
- Market Advantage — Builds trust with customers
Documents Required for Logo Registration
Some basic documents are required to submit a logo registration application. These documents help verify your identity, business details, and proof of ownership or usage of the logo. They ensure that the application is legally valid and filed in the correct name of the logo owner, whether it is an individual, startup, or company.
Required Documents:
- Logo image in high-quality format
- Applicant identity proof
- Business registration certificate (if any)
- Address proof
- Power of Attorney (if filed by agent / consultant)
- Proof of logo usage (if already in use)
Types of Logos That Can Be Registered
Different types of logos can be registered as trademarks, depending on how your brand is designed and represented. A logo may include words, letters, symbols, icons, shapes, colors, typography, or a combination of text and graphics. Whether it is a simple wordmark or a detailed graphic logo, it can be legally protected through logo trademark registration if it is unique and original.
Types of Logos:
Wordmark
Text-only logo (brand name)
Symbol / Icon Logo
Graphic or icon logo
Combination Logo
Text + symbol together
Emblem Logo
Logos inside shapes or badges
Lettermark
Initials or short letters
Mascot Logo
Character-based logo
Logo Registration Process
Logo registration is a step-by-step legal process where your logo is checked, filed, reviewed, and then approved by the Trademark Office. Each step must be done correctly to avoid delays or rejection.
Steps (Process Format):
1️⃣ Create & Finalize Logo
2️⃣ Check Logo Availability (Trademark Search)
3️⃣ Prepare & File Application
4️⃣ Trademark Examination
5️⃣ Reply to Objections (if any)
6️⃣ Logo Published in Trademark Journal
7️⃣ Registration Approved & Certificate Issued
Timeline for Logo Registration
The time for logo registration depends on examination and objections. If there are no objections, the logo gets registered faster.
✔ Timeline:
Stage | Time Taken |
Filing the Application | 1–2 working days |
Examination | 1–3 months |
Objection Reply (if any) | Case-based |
Publication in Journal | 4 months |
Registration & Certificate | 6–12 months (if no opposition) |
🛈 Timeline may change depending on objections or legal review.
Cost of Logo Registration
The cost of logo registration includes government fees and professional service fees. The amount may vary based on the applicant type and number of classes.
Cost Breakdown:
- Government fee (as per category)
- Professional filing and drafting fee
- Extra fee if objection or reply is required
🛈 A detailed quote is usually shared before filing.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Many logo applications get delayed or rejected because of simple mistakes. Avoiding these helps in smooth approval.
✔ Mistakes:
- Filing logo without trademark search
- Using a common or copied logo
- Wrong logo category or description
- Missing documents or proofs
- Not replying to objections on time
Our team helps prevent these mistakes.
Why Choose JS Certification for Logo Registration Services
JS Certification provides accurate, reliable, and professional trademark filing support for individuals and businesses across India. Our team ensures the process is smooth, clear, and legally compliant.
✔ Why We Stand Out:
- Expert trademark filing team
- Error-free application drafting
- Transparent pricing — no hidden charges
- End-to-end guidance until registration
- Support for objections and legal responses
We focus on strong protection, legal clarity, and timely results.
FAQ
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A registered logo is valid for 10 years, and it can be renewed forever, meaning your brand rights continue as long as you renew the trademark.
Yes. You can register a wordmark (brand name) and a logo mark (symbol + design) either separately or together, depending on your brand strategy and protection needs.
After filing, the application goes through examination, objection review (if any), journal publication, and approval, followed by the trademark certificate.
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