Trademark Renewal in India: Complete Step-by-Step Guide (Fees, Deadlines & Process) 2026
When Does Your Trademark Expire?
- If you filed your application on 1 March 2015, your trademark expires on 1 March 2025 — regardless of when the registration certificate was issued
- Always check your trademark's expiry against the application date, not the registration date
- Check expiry date: ipindiaonline.gov.in → Status of Application → enter your application number
Trademark Renewal Fees (2026)
| Renewal Type | Fee Per Class |
|---|---|
| On-time renewal (before expiry date) | ₹9,000 |
| Late renewal (within 6 months after expiry) + surcharge | ₹13,500 |
| Restoration (after removal from register) | ₹9,000 + fresh publication + additional registry fees |
Unlike filing fees, renewal fees are the same for all applicant types — individuals, MSMEs, and companies all pay ₹9,000 per class.
How to Renew Online: Step by Step
- Go to ipindiaonline.gov.in → Trademark → e-Filing → TM-R
- Login with your applicant account
- Select your trademark application number
- Verify the trademark details and confirm the classes to be renewed
- Pay ₹9,000 per class via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI
- Download the renewal acknowledgement
- A renewed registration certificate will be issued confirming the next 10-year term
Renewal Window: When to File
- Earliest: 6 months before expiry date (no benefit to filing earlier)
- Latest (no surcharge): On the expiry date itself
- Late window (with ₹4,500/class surcharge): Up to 6 months after expiry
- After 6 months post-expiry: Mark is 'Removed' from the register — restoration process required (more expensive and complex)
- Recommendation: Set reminders 12 months and 6 months before expiry. File at the 6-month mark.
What Happens If You Don't Renew?
- Within 6 months after expiry: Mark enters a 'lapsed' state but can be renewed with surcharge. Someone else cannot register the same mark during this window.
- After 6 months: Mark is removed from the Register. It becomes available for others to register. To restore, you must file a restoration petition and pay additional fees — not guaranteed.
- Competitive risk: A competitor who monitors your mark can file for the same name the moment your mark lapses — trademark watch services alert owners before this happens.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is a trademark valid in India?
10 years from the date of the original trademark application filing — not from the registration date. After 10 years, it must be renewed for further 10-year periods.
Is trademark renewal fee the same as filing fee?
No. Filing fee (Form TM-A) is ₹4,500 (MSME) or ₹9,000 (company). Renewal fee (Form TM-R) is ₹9,000 for ALL applicant types — there is no concessional rate for MSMEs or individuals on renewal.
Can I renew my trademark online in India?
Yes — Form TM-R is filed entirely online at ipindiaonline.gov.in. Pay the renewal fee digitally. No physical visit required.
What if I miss my trademark renewal deadline?
You can still renew with a ₹4,500/class surcharge within 6 months after expiry. After that, the mark is removed and you must file for restoration (which is not guaranteed). Never let your trademark expire — set calendar reminders 12 and 6 months before expiry.
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