Trademark renewal in India
Checked against the Trade Marks Act, 1999, the Trade Marks Rules, 2017 and IP India's fee table on 30 October 2026.
An Indian trademark registration lasts ten years from the date of application and can be renewed for ten years at a time, without limit. File Form TM-R within the year before expiry; the e-filing fee is ₹9,000 per class. Up to six months after expiry it can still be renewed with a surcharge of ₹4,500 (Section 25).
When to renew
| When | What to file | Official fee, e-filing |
|---|---|---|
| Up to a year before expiry | Form TM-R | ₹9,000 per class |
| Up to six months after expiry | Form TM-R with surcharge, Section 25(3) | ₹9,000 + ₹4,500 per class |
| Later, if the mark was removed | Restoration and renewal | ₹9,000 + ₹9,000 per class |
Physical filing costs ₹10,000 per class for renewal. The Registry sends a notice before expiry, but firms should not rely on it arriving.
Before you file
- Check the registered proprietor and address are current. A change of ownership should be recorded first.
- Confirm the classes and the expiry date on the e-Register.
- File TM-R online with a digital signature and pay per class.
Nishaan lists every renewal from a year before expiry, drafts Form TM-R, and can remind your client with your fee and a UPI link to pay you.
See renewals for firmsCommon questions
- How long is a trademark valid in India?
- Ten years from the date of application, renewable every ten years without limit.
- What is the trademark renewal fee in India?
- ₹9,000 per class when e-filed and ₹10,000 when filed physically, plus ₹4,500 surcharge if renewed within six months after expiry.
- Can I renew an expired trademark?
- Yes, within six months after expiry with a surcharge. After that, the mark may be restored and renewed if the conditions for restoration are met.
Related guides
This guide explains the law in general. It is not legal advice for a particular case; check the Registry's records and speak to a trademark attorney before you act.