The key feature of Class 1 goods is that they are not finished consumer products but are intended for industrial, scientific, or commercial application. 2.

With the introduction of updated tools aligned to Nice Classification NCL 13-2026, applicants can now accurately identify the appropriate class using an Quick Trademark Class Selector.

Why Trademark Is Important for Amazon & Flipkart Listings E-commerce marketplaces prioritise: Authentic brands Verified sellers Consumer trust A registered or applied trademark helps: Prove brand ownership Prevent unauthorised sellers Access brand protection tools Avoid listing takedowns and disputes Step 1: Register or Apply for a Trademark Before listing, ensure that: Your brand name is registered or A TM-A application is filed and you have an application number Even a pending trademark application is often sufficient for initial onboarding, provided documents are in order.

Many trademark applications are refused or opposed not because of procedural defects, but because the brand name itself is weak, descriptive, or conflicting.

Following are Step-wise Guide: Step 1: Selecting the Type of Applicant At the very first stage of TM-A filing, the portal requires the applicant to select the type of applicant, as visible in the interface: Individual / Sole Proprietor Startup Small Enterprise Others Legal significance: This selection directly determines the government filing fee Startups and small enterprises must possess valid recognition certificates Wrong selection may lead to fee deficiency objections Step 2: Selecting the Type of Application The next screen requires choosing the nature of TM-A application, such as: Trade Marks Application Convention Application Multiclass Application Series Mark (single or multiclass) Collective Mark Certification Mark Convention-based Collective or Certification Marks Practical guidance: “Trade Marks Application” is used for ordinary domestic filings Multiclass should be selected only if protection is sought in multiple classes Series marks require strict similarity standards under trademark law Collective and certification marks require separate regulations This choice defines the scope and structure of the TM-A application.

  Step 5: Select Status As per your need you can filter result based on status of application in search result.

When an application for trademark registration is opposed under Section 21 of the Trade Marks Act, 1999, the Applicant must file a Counter-Statement to defend their rights and keep the application alive.

Application details of the impugned mark (application no., class, goods/services, applicant’s details).

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