Trademark Public Search Hospet: Complete Registration Guide for Karnataka Businesses (2026)
✅ Quick Answer: Hospet businesses file with Trade Marks Registry, Chennai. Fee: ₹4,500/class (MSME) or ₹9,000/class (company). Timeline: 18–24 months. Use ™ from filing date.
📈 Hospet is the gateway to Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site attracting 5+ lakh tourists annually — tourism and hospitality brands here compete with national chains and require trademark protection for credibility with domestic and international visitors.
Hospet Trademark Registry
| City | Hospet, Karnataka |
|---|---|
| Trademark Registry | Trade Marks Registry, Chennai |
| High Court | Karnataka High Court |
| Key Industries | Heritage Tourism, Iron Ore/Steel, Railway Services, Agriculture |
| Top Classes | Class 43 (heritage tourism/hotels), Class 39 (travel/tour services), Class 6/40 (iron ore/steel), Class 31 (agricultural produce), Class 35 (trading) |
Hospet Business Profile
Hospet is known for Hampi world heritage tourism gateway, iron ore and steel sector hub, major railway junction for Bellary mineral belt, and heritage tourism services.
Free Trademark Search for Hospet
- Go to ipindiaonline.gov.in → Trademark → Public Search (free)
- Select Wordmark or Phonetic search type
- Choose your Class and enter brand name
- Review all results — Registered/Objected = potential conflicts
Best Classes for Hospet Businesses
Class 43 (heritage tourism/hotels), Class 39 (travel/tour services), Class 6/40 (iron ore/steel), Class 31 (agricultural produce), Class 35 (trading)
Registration Process
1
Search + Choose Class
Free IP India search. Identify all applicable classes.
Free IP India search. Identify all applicable classes.
2
File Form TM-A
PAN, business proof, Udyam (MSME), logo, PoA. Pay ₹4,500 or ₹9,000.
PAN, business proof, Udyam (MSME), logo, PoA. Pay ₹4,500 or ₹9,000.
3
Exam → Reply → Certificate
Report in 3–6 months. Reply within 30 days. Certificate in 18–24 months.
Report in 3–6 months. Reply within 30 days. Certificate in 18–24 months.
Fees (2026)
| Applicant | Online/Class |
|---|---|
| Individual / MSME / Startup | ₹4,500 |
| Company / LLP | ₹9,000 |
| Renewal (10 yr) | ₹9,000 |
FAQ
Which registry handles Hospet trademark applications?
Trade Marks Registry, Chennai processes all Hospet, Karnataka trademark applications.
Does an Indian trademark protect me nationwide?
Yes — one registration covers all 28 states and 8 UTs of India.
How long does registration take from Hospet?
18–24 months for a smooth application. ™ from day of filing; ® only after certificate.