Frequently Asked Questions

A trademark protects a brand identifier — name, logo, or slogan. Copyright protects original creative works — writing, music, art, film, sound recordings, software. A patent protects an invention — a new product or process. A single business can need more than one at once (e.g. a logo can be both a trademark and a copyrighted artistic work).

Copyright protection is automatic on creation and registration is optional (though strongly advised as proof). Trademark and patent rights, by contrast, exist only through registration — there is no automatic protection for an unregistered brand name or invention.

Ask what you're protecting: a brand name/logo/slogan → Trademark. Original creative work → Copyright. A new invention or process → Patent. A website/app's data-handling policy → Privacy Policy drafting. See our full decision guide on the Services page.

Yes — all of these can be self-filed directly with the relevant government authority. We add value through class/category guidance, correctly prepared filings, and support through objections, hearings, or opposition, which is where most self-filed applications run into trouble.

The ™ symbol can be used as soon as you start using a trademark or apply for one. The ® symbol can only be used legally once the trademark is officially registered with the government.

Without registration, you have no statutory right to stop others from using your brand name. If a competitor registers it first, they can legally force you to rebrand, costing you your built-up goodwill and market presence.

You need proof of applicant identity (PAN/Aadhaar or Certificate of Incorporation for companies), a copy of the logo/mark, and proof of use (invoices, website screenshots) if you are claiming prior use. A signed Power of Attorney (Form-48) is required if an agent files for you.

1. Exclusive nationwide right to use the mark. 2. Legal protection against infringement. 3. Builds brand trust and intangible asset value. 4. Deters others from using similar marks. 5. Essential for brand registry on platforms like Amazon.

Trademark registration typically takes 6–12 months if unopposed. Copyright registration usually takes 2–4 months.

The government fee is ₹4,500 per class for individuals, startups, and MSMEs. For other entities like standard companies and LLPs, the fee is ₹9,000 per class.

Enquiry → assessment → document collection → filing → government process → outcome/certificate. See our full How It Works page for what we do and what we need from you at each stage.

It varies by service and whether your application is opposed or objected to. Each service page states its typical timeline and flags that government stages are outside anyone's control.

Each service page has a documents checklist. In general: identity proof, proof of ownership/incorporation, and details of what you're registering.

No — and no one honestly can. Outcomes depend on the relevant government authority (IP India, the Copyright Office, or the Patent Office). We guide you through the process and handle objections/oppositions where engaged, but the decision is the authority's.