Do not use the word "British India" as it is not approved by MCA.

The general abbreviation of NRI is Non-Resident Indian, but have two classifications; A person who is not a resident of India but holds an Indian passport A Person of Indian Origin(PIO), non-resident Indians holding foreign passport.

Since India has continuously kept up the financial growth and the diversity in India attracts foreign nationals to invest in the Indian Market.

1.Ministry of Corporate Affairs: It is denoted by MCA(Ministry of Corporate Affairs); is a government body which is primarily concerned with the Companies Act 2013, the Limited Liability Partnership Act 2008, the Companies Act 1956 and all other regulations framed under the corporate sector.

It is crucial that you have an active application that is either pending with CGPDTM or is registered in India.

Concessions have been provided on e-filing of forms by the Government.

If you have used the trademark in India, then the first date of use is to be written.

All of the public limited companies’ activities from its formation, working, to winding up are strictly governed by laws, rules, and regulations.

Limited Liability Partnership It is registered under the Jurisdiction of Central Government In LLP one partner is not liable for the act of the other partner All the partners have limited Liability under LLP LLP name is registered all over India.

You would choose Trademark Class 45 if you were registering services related to: legal services security services protection of property and individuals social services Why you should not use TM Class 45 Professional services giving direct aid in the operations or functions of a commercial undertaking (Class 35 - Advertising and Business Services) Services relating to financial or monetary affairs and services dealing with insurance (Class 36 - Insurance and Finance Services) Escorting of travellers (Class 39 - Shipping and Travel Services) Security transport (Class 39 - Shipping and Travel Services) Services consisting of all forms of education of persons (Class 41 - Education and Entertainment Services) Performances of singers or dancers (Class 41 - Education and Entertainment Services) Computer services for the protection of software (Class 42 - Science and Technology Services) Services provided by others to give medical, hygienic or beauty care for human beings or animals (Class 44 - Medical and Vet Services) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 45 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 44 if you were registering services related to: medical analysis services, treatment of persons, x-ray examinations and taking of blood samples. artificial insemination services. pharmacy advice animal breeding services relating to the growing of plants such as gardening floral art services such as floral compositions as well as garden design Why you should not use TM Class 44 vermin exterminating (other than for agriculture, horticulture and forestry) (Class 37) repair and installation services for irrigation systems (Class 37) ambulance transport (Class 39) animal slaughtering services and taxidermy (Class 41) timber felling and processing (Class 40) health clubs for physical exercise (Class 41) scientific research services for medical purposes (Class 42) boarding for animals (Class 43) retirement homes (Class 43) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 44 may register in these other classes too.

Why you should not use TM Class 43 rental services for real estate industry such as flats, houses, villa for permanent use (Class 36) travel arranged by tourist agencies (Class 39) food preservation services, preservation services for the drink (Class 40) discotheque services (Class 41) convalescent and rest homes (Class 44) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 43 may register in these other classes too.

Why you would not use TM Class 42 business research and evaluations (Class 35) computer file management and word processing services (class 35) financial and fiscal evaluations (Class 36) mining and oil extraction (Class 37) computer (hardware) installation and repair services (Class 37) service provided by professionals such as veterinary surgeons, medical doctors (Class 44) medical treatment services (Class 44) garden design (Class 44) legal services (Class 45) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 42 may register in these other classes too.

Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 41 may register in these other classes too.

Why you should not use TM Class 40 if you were registering repair services (Class 37 - Construction and Repair Services) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 40 may register in these other classes too.

Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 39 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 38 if you were registering services for: Broadcasting Telecommunication Telephone and mobile phone services Computer communication Internet access Internet communication Access to online content, website Rental of telecommunication facilities and equipment Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 38 may register in these other classes too.

Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 37 may register in these other classes too.

Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 36 may register in these other classes too.

Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 35 may register in these coordinated classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 34 if you were registering any of these types of goods: Tobacco (not for medical purposes) Smoker's articles Matches You would not use Trademark Class 34 if you were registering for: Cigarettes without tobacco, for medical purposes (Class 5 - Pharmaceuticals) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 34 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 33 if you were registering for: Brandy Gin Rum Vodka Wine Spirits You would not use Trademark Class 33 if you were registering for: Medical beverages (Class 5- Pharmaceuticals) De-alcoholized beverages (Class 32- Beers and Beverages) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 33 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 32 if you were registering any of these types of goods: Beers Minerals and aerated waters Fruit beverages Syrups Other non-alcoholic beverages  You would not use Trademark Class 32 if you were registering for: Beverages for medical purposes (Class 5- Pharmaceuticals) Milk beverages (milk predominating) (Class 29- Meat, Fish, Poultry) Beverages with coffee, cocoa, or chocolate base (Class 30- Coffee, Flour, Rice) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 32 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 31 if you were registering any of these types of goods: Grains and agriculture Horticulture Forestry products Live animals, Foodstuffs for animals Fresh fruits and vegetables Natural plants and flowers Raw woods and cereals Molluscs Crustacean You would not use Trademark Class 31 if you were registering for: Cultures of micro-organisms and leeches for medical purposes (Class 5 - Pharmaceuticals) Dietary supplements for animals (Class 5 - Pharmaceuticals) Semi-worked woods (Class 19 - Building Materials) Artificial fishing bait (Class 28 - Games and Sporting Goods) Rice (Class 30 - Coffee, Flour, Rice) Tobacco (Class 34 - Tobacco Products) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 31 may register in these other classes too.

You would not use Trademark Class 30 if you were registering for: Salt for preserving other than for foodstuffs (Class 1 - Chemicals) Medicinal teas and dietetic food and substances adapted for medical use (Class 5 - Pharmaceuticals) Baby food (Class 5 - Pharmaceuticals) Dietary supplements (Class 5 - Pharmaceuticals) Raw cereals (Class 31 - Grains, Agriculture) Foodstuffs for animals (Class 31 - Grains, Agriculture) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 30 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 29 if you were registering any of these types of goods: Ajvar (preserved peppers) Almonds, ground Apple puree Butter Bone oil, edible You would not use Trademark Class 29 if you were registering for: Baby food (Class 5 - Pharmaceuticals) Dietetic food and substances adapted for medical use (Class 5 - Pharmaceuticals) Dietary supplements (Class 5 - Pharmaceuticals) Salad dressings (Class 30 - Coffee, Flour, Rice) Fertilised eggs for hatching (Class 31 - Grains, Agriculture) Foodstuffs for animals (Class 31 - Grains, Agriculture) Live animals (Class 31 - Grains, Agriculture) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 20 may register in these other classes too.

You would not use Trademark Class 28 if you were registering for: Christmas tree candles (Class 4 - industrial oils) Diving equipment (Class 9 - computers and scientific devices) Electrical lamps (garlands) for Christmas trees (Class 11 - appliances) Fishing nets (Class 22 - ropes and textile products) Clothing for gymnastics and sports (Class 25 - clothing) Confectionery and chocolate decorations for Christmas trees (Class 30 - coffee, flour, rice) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 28 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 27 if you were registering any of these types of goods: Artificial turf Bath mats Carpet/rugs* Doormats You would not use Trademark Class 27 if you were registering for: If you were registering wooden flooring (Class 19 - Building Materials) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 27 may register in these other classes too.

You would not use Trademark Class 26 if you were registering for: Jewellery (Class 14-  Jewellery, Precious Stones and Metals) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 26 may register in these other classes too.

Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 25 may register in these other classes too.

You would not use Trademark Class 24 if you were registering for: Electrically heated blankets, for medical purposes (Class 10 – Medical Supplies) and not for medical purposes (Class 11 - Appliances) Table linen of paper (Class 16 - Paper Goods) Horse blankets (Class 18 - Leather Goods) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 24 may register in these other classes too.

You would not use Trademark Class 23 if you were registering for: Jewellery (Class 14 –Jewellery, Precious Metals and Stones) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 23 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 22 if you were registering any of these types of goods: Animal hair Body bags Brattice cloth Fleece Wool You would not use Trademark Class 22 if you were registering for: If you were registering: strings for musical instruments (Class 15 - Musical Instruments) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 22 may register in these other classes too.

(class 3 - cleaning substances) Small apparatus for mincing, grinding, pressing, etc., driven by electricity (class 7 - machines) Razors and shaving apparatus, clippers (hand instruments), metal implements and utensils for manicure and pedicure (class 8 - hand tools) Cooking utensils, electric (class 11 - appliances) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 21 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 20 if you were registering any of these types of goods: Bedding (for example, mattresses, spring mattresses, pillows) Looking glasses and furnishing or toilet mirrors Registration number plates not of metal Letterboxes not of metal or masonry You would not use Trademark Class 20 if you were registering for: Certain special types of mirrors, classified according to their function or purpose (consult the Alphabetical List of Goods) Special furniture for laboratories (Class 9 - Computers and Scientific Devices) Special furniture for medical use (Class 10 - Medical Supplies) Bedding linen (Class 24 - Textiles) Eiderdowns (Class 24 - Textiles) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 20 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 19 if you were registering any of these types of goods: Building materials (non-metallic); non-metallic rigid pipes for building; asphalt, pitch and bitumen; non-metallic transportable buildings; monuments, not of metal Semi-worked woods (for example, beams, planks, panels) Veneers Building glass (for example, floor slabs, glass tiles) Glass granules for marking out roads Letterboxes of masonry You would not use Trademark Class 19 if you were registering for: Cement preservatives and cement-waterproofing preparations (Class 1 - Chemicals) Fireproofing preparations (Class 1 - Chemicals) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 19 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 18 if you were registering for: Leather and imitations of leather, and goods made of these materials and not included in other classes animal skins, hides Trunks and travelling bags Umbrellas and parasols Walking sticks Whips, harness and saddlery You would not use Trademark Class 18 if you were registering for: Clothing (Class 25- Clothing, Footwear, Headgear) Footwear (Class 25- Clothing, Footwear, Headgear) Headgear (Class 25- Clothing, Footwear, Headgear) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO has determined that applicants registering within Class 18 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 17 if you were registering any of these types of goods: Rubber Gutta-percha Gum Asbestos Mica and goods made from these materials and not included in other classes Plastics in extruded form for use in manufacture; packing, stopping and insulating materials Flexible pipes, not of metal You would not use Trademark Class 17 if you were registering for: Fire hose (Class 9) Pipes being parts of sanitary installations (Class 11) and rigid pipes of metal (Class 6) and not of metal (Class 19) Insulating glass for building (Class 19) Certain goods made of the materials in this class that are classified according to their function or purpose , for example, gum resins (Class 2), rubber for dental purposes (Class 5), asbestos screens for firemen (Class 9), adhesive rubber patches for repairing inner tubes (Class 12), rubber erasers (Class 16) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 17 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 16 if you were registering for: Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials, not included in other classes Printed matter; bookbinding material; photographs; stationery Adhesives for stationery or household purposes Artists' materials; paint brushes Typewriters and office requisites (except furniture) Instructional and teaching material (except apparatus) Plastic materials for packaging (not included in other classes); printers' type; printing blocks You would not use Trademark Class 16 if you were registering for: Colours (Class 2 - Paints) Hand tools for artists (for example, spatulas, sculptors' chisels) (Class 8 - Hand Tools) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 16 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 15 if you were registering any of these types of goods: Mechanical pianos and their accessories Musical boxes Electrical and electronic musical instruments You would not use Trademark Class 15 if you were registering for: Apparatus for the recording, transmission, amplification and reproduction of sound (Class 9 - Computers and Scientific Devices) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 15 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 14 if you were registering any of these types of goods: Jewellery (i.e., imitation jewellery and jewellery of precious metals and stones) Cufflinks, tie pins You would not use Trademark Class 14 if you were registering for: Goods in precious metals classified according to their function or purpose, for example, metals in foil and powder form for painters, decorators, printers and artists (class 2 - paints) The amalgam of gold for dentists (class 5 - pharmaceuticals) Cutlery (class 8 - hand tools) Electric contacts (class 9 - computers and scientific devices) Pen nibs of gold (class 16 - paper goods) Teapots (class 21 - household utensils) Gold and silver embroidery (class 26 - lace and embroidery) Cigar boxes (class 34 - tobacco products) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO has determined that applicants registering within Class 14 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 13 if you were registering any of these types of goods: Air pistols (weapons) Artillery guns (cannons) Cleaning brushes for firearms Explosive Cartridges Flare pistols Gun carriages (artillery) You would not use Trademark Class 13 if you were registering for: Matches (Class 34- Tobacco Products) Beverages (Class 33- Alcoholic Beverages) Medicines (Class 5- Pharmaceuticals) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 13 may register in these other classes too.

You would not use Trademark Class 12 if you were registering for: Railway material of metal (Class 6- Common Metals) Motors, engines, coupling and transmission components other than for land vehicles (Class 7- Machines) Parts of motors and engines (of all kinds) (Class 7- Machine) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 12 may register in these other classes too.

You would not use Trademark Class 11 if you were registering for: Steam producing apparatus (parts of machines) (Class 7- Machines) Electrically heated clothing (Class 9- Computer and Scientific Devices) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 11 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 10 if you were registering any of these types of goods: Special furniture for medical use Hygiene rubber articles Supportive bandages Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 10 may register in these other classes too.

(Class 11- Appliances) Electric toothbrushes and combs (Class 21- Household Utensils) Clocks and watches and other chronometric instruments (Class 14- Precious Metals) Control clocks (Class 14- Precious Metals) Amusement and game apparatus adapted for use with an external display screen or monitor (Class 28- Games and sporting goods) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 9 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 8 if you were registering any of these types of goods: Cutlery of precious metals Electric razors and clippers (hand instruments) You would not use Trademark Class 8 if you were registering for: Side arms being firearms (Class 13 - Firearms) Paper knives (Class 16 - Paper Goods) Fencing weapons (Class 28 - Games and Sporting Goods) Beverages (Class 33- Alcoholic Beverages) Headgear (Class 25- Clothing, Footwear and Headgear) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 8 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 7 if you were registering any of these types of goods: Acetylene cleaning apparatus Blowing machines Bottle washing machines Choppers (knives) Dishwashers You would not use Trademark Class 7 if you were registering for: Hand tools and implements, hand-operated (Class 8 - Hand Tools) Motors and engines for land vehicles (Class 12 - Vehicles) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 7 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 6 if you were registering any of these types of goods: Aluminium wire Aluminium foil Balls of steel Badges of metal for vehicles Bells Cashboxes of metal You would not use Trademark Class 6 if you were registering for: Bauxite (Class 1 - Chemicals) Mercury, antimony, alkaline and alkaline-earth metals (Class 1 - Chemicals) Metals in foil and powder form for painters, decorators, printers and artists (Class 2 - Paints) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office (ITO) has determined that applicants registering within Class 6 may register in these other classes too.

You would choose Trademark Class 5 if you were registering any of these types of goods: Sanitary preparations for personal hygiene, other than toiletries Deodorants other than for human beings and animals Dietary supplements, intended to supplement a normal diet or to have health benefits Meal replacements, dietetic food and beverages, adapted for medical or veterinary use Cigarettes without tobacco, for medical purposes You would not use Trademark Class 5 if you were registering for: Sanitary preparations being toiletries (Class 3- Cleaning Substances) Deodorants for human beings or animals (Class 3- Cleaning Substances) Supportive bandages (Class 10- Medical Supplies) Meal replacements, dietetic food and beverages not for medical or veterinary use (Class 29- Meat, Fish, Poultry),(Class 30- Coffee, Flour, Rice),(Class 31- Grains, Agriculture), (Class 32- Beer and Beverages), (Class 33- Alcoholic Beverages) Related Classes A related trademark class is one that is related to another class; this is due to the Indian Trademark Office If you are not sure while choosing Class 5 for your product, you also consider the following “Related Classes”: Class 3- Cleaning Substances, Class 1- Chemicals, Class 10- Medical Supplies, Class 42- Science and Technology Services, Class 35- Advertising and Business Services, Class 44- Medical and Vet Services.