How to Check Trademark Registration Status Online in India

Why Track Your Trademark Status?

After filing a trademark application with the Trade Marks Registry, the registration process goes through multiple stages that can take 12-24 months. Tracking your application status regularly is essential to:

• Respond to examination reports or objections within the deadline
• Monitor for opposition by third parties
• Know when your trademark has been registered and certified
• Ensure no procedural delays or errors

The Ledger Company walks you through the complete process of checking trademark status online using the IP India portal.

What is the IP India Portal?

The IP India portal (ipindia.gov.in) is the official website of the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trade Marks under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). The portal provides free access to trademark databases, application tracking, and public search facilities.

Step-by-Step: Check Trademark Status by Application Number

Step 1: Visit the IP India Portal

Go to https://ipindiaonline.gov.in/tmrpublicsearch/frmmain.aspx — this is the direct link to the Trademark Public Search page.

Step 2: Select "National / IRDI Number"

On the search page, you will see multiple search options. Select "National / IRDI Number" to search by your trademark application number.

Step 3: Enter Your Application Number

Enter your trademark application number (a 7-digit number assigned at the time of filing) in the search field. Click "View" to retrieve the status.

Step 4: View Application Details

The portal will display comprehensive details including:

• Application number and filing date
• Trademark type (word mark, device mark, etc.)
• Current status (e.g., Formalities Check Pass, Marked for Exam, etc.)
• Applicant name and address
• Class and description of goods/services
• Examination report details (if any)
• Journal number (if published)
• Opposition details (if any)

Alternative Search Methods

The IP India portal allows you to search using multiple criteria:

Understanding Trademark Status Types

Here are the most common status types you will see on the IP India portal and what they mean:

Formalities Check Pass

Your application has cleared the initial formalities review. Documents and fees are in order. The application will be queued for substantive examination by a Trademark Examiner.

Marked for Exam / Send to Vienna Codification

The application has been assigned to an examiner. For device marks (logos), the Vienna Code classification is assigned to categorize the visual elements of the logo.

Examination Report Issued (Objected)

The examiner has raised objections. Common objections include:

• Section 9 — Descriptive Marks: The mark is too descriptive or generic.
• Section 11 — Similar Mark Exists: A similar or identical mark is already registered or pending in the same class.
• Section 18(4) — Formality Issues: Missing documents or incorrect information.

You must respond to the examination report within 30 days from the date of issuance. A hearing may be requested if the objection is not resolved through written reply.

Accepted and Advertised / Published in Journal

The trademark has cleared examination and is published in the Trademark Journal for public notice. Any third party can file an opposition within 4 months from the date of publication.

Opposed

A third party has filed an opposition against your trademark. This initiates a quasi-judicial process before the Trademark Registrar. Both parties submit evidence, counter-statements, and may attend a hearing.

Registered

Congratulations! Your trademark has been registered. The registration certificate is generated, and you can now use the ® symbol with your mark. The registration is valid for 10 years from the filing date and can be renewed indefinitely.

Refused

The trademark application has been refused by the examiner or registrar. You can appeal the refusal before the Intellectual Property Appellate Board (IPAB) or the relevant High Court.

Abandoned / Withdrawn

The application has been abandoned due to non-response to an examination report, failure to attend a hearing, or voluntary withdrawal by the applicant.

Trademark Status Timeline

Here is a typical timeline for the trademark registration process in India:

Tips for a Faster Registration

• Expedited Examination: You can request expedited processing by filing Form TM-M with an additional fee of ₹20,000. This can reduce examination time to 30 days.
• Clean Application: Ensure all documents are complete and the mark is distinctive to avoid objections.
• Conduct Prior Search: Search the TM registry before filing to avoid Section 11 objections.
• Respond Promptly: Reply to examination reports within 30 days to avoid delays.

How The Ledger Company Can Help

The Ledger Company provides complete trademark management services including application filing, status tracking, objection handling, opposition defense, and renewal management. We monitor your application proactively and send you timely updates at every stage of the process. Our trademark team has successfully handled thousands of applications across all 45 NICE classes. Contact us for expert trademark registration and protection services.