Trademark Public Search Gadag: Complete Registration Guide for Karnataka Businesses (2026)
✅ Quick Answer: Gadag businesses file with Trade Marks Registry, Chennai. Fee: ₹4,500/class (MSME) or ₹9,000/class (company). Timeline: 18–24 months. ™ from filing date; ® after certificate.
📈 The Gadag saree tradition produces thousands of cotton saris annually for North Karnataka's local market — weavers building premium brands need trademark registration in Class 24 to differentiate from the commodity handloom market.
Gadag Trademark Registry
| City / State | Gadag, Karnataka |
|---|---|
| Trademark Registry | Trade Marks Registry, Chennai |
| High Court | Karnataka High Court |
| Key Industries | Gadag Cotton Sarees, Groundnut/Oilseeds, Handloom, Agriculture |
| Recommended Classes | Class 24/25 (Gadag cotton sarees/textiles), Class 29 (groundnut oil/edible oils), Class 31 (groundnut/raw agricultural), Class 35 (textile/oil trading), Class 40 (oil processing) |
Gadag Industry Profile
Gadag is known for the twin city of Gadag-Betageri, known for the Gadag saree (cotton fabric with distinctive weave), groundnut and oilseed cultivation, and a unique handloom tradition in North Karnataka.
Free Trademark Search — Gadag
- Go to ipindiaonline.gov.in → Trademark → Public Search (free, no login)
- Select Wordmark Search + Phonetic Search
- Choose relevant Class, enter brand name, review results
- Screenshot with timestamp for records
Best Classes for Gadag
Class 24/25 (Gadag cotton sarees/textiles), Class 29 (groundnut oil/edible oils), Class 31 (groundnut/raw agricultural), Class 35 (textile/oil trading), Class 40 (oil processing)
Registration Steps
1
Search + Class
Free IP India search. Identify all applicable classes.
Free IP India search. Identify all applicable classes.
2
File TM-A
PAN, business proof, Udyam, logo (if applicable), PoA. Pay ₹4,500/₹9,000.
PAN, business proof, Udyam, logo (if applicable), PoA. Pay ₹4,500/₹9,000.
3
Exam → Certificate
Report in 3–6 months. Reply objections within 30 days. ® in 18–24 months.
Report in 3–6 months. Reply objections within 30 days. ® in 18–24 months.
Official Fees
| Applicant Type | Fee / Class (Online) |
|---|---|
| Individual / MSME / Startup | ₹4,500 |
| Company / LLP / Partnership | ₹9,000 |
| Renewal (10 years) | ₹9,000 |
FAQ — Trademark Public Search Gadag
Which IP India registry handles Gadag trademark applications?
Trade Marks Registry, Chennai processes all Gadag, Karnataka trademark filings.
Is an Indian trademark valid only in Karnataka?
No — one Indian trademark protects your brand across all 28 states and 8 UTs of India, regardless of which registry handled it.
How do I check if my brand name is already taken?
Search free at ipindiaonline.gov.in → Trademark → Public Search. No login required.