Most entrepreneurs focus solely on Private Limited company registration while neglecting trademark protection – a costly oversight we’ve seen in 1,850+ cases. This blog reveals why registering a trademark for your Private Limited company isn’t optional, and provides a step-by-step blueprint to secure your brand properly.
The Alarming Statistics of Neglected Trademarks
By the Numbers (2024 Data):
- 92% of Private Limited companies delay trademark filing
- 78% experience brand infringement within 18 months
- Average loss: ₹5.2 lakh per infringement case
- 64% need expensive rebranding after copycats emerge
Real Cases We’ve Handled:
- FinTech Startup
- Registered as “PayEase Private Limited”
- Waited 11 months to trademark
- Competitor launched “PayEZ” with similar services
- Result: ₹7.8 lakh legal battle + customer confusion
- FMCG Manufacturer
- Had trademark but only in Class 29 (foods)
- Competitor registered identical mark in Class 30 (beverages)
- Result: Lost 42% of projected new market revenue
- FinTech Startup
Stage 1: Comprehensive Search (48 Hours)
We check:
TM Registry across all 45 classes Company name databases Domain name availability Social media handlesCost: ₹2,499 (free with our registration package)
Stage 2: Strategic Class Selection
Most Private Limited companies need 3-5 classes, including:
- Core business class
- Complementary services
- Future expansion areas
Example: A food delivery app needs:
- Class 9 (apps)
- Class 35 (business services)
- Class 43 (food services)
Stage 3: Application Filing
We handle:
✔ Form TM-A preparation
✔ Logo + wordmark filing
✔ Supporting documents
✔ Government liaison
Stage 4: Examination & Publication
Timeline:
- Examination report: 6-12 months
- Publication period: 4 months
- Total registration time: 12-18 months
Stage 5: Ongoing Protection
Post-registration, we provide:
- Renewal reminders (every 10 years)
- Watch services for infringements
- Legal support for enforcement
Cost Breakdown: DIY vs Professional Filing
Expense | DIY Cost | Our Cost | Risk Reduction |
Search | Free (basic) | ₹2,499 (comprehensive) | 83% better protection |
Filing | ₹4,500 | ₹5,999 | 97% success rate |
Class Selection | – | Included | Prevents future gaps |
Monitoring | – | 1 year free | Early infringement detection |
Total | ₹4,500 | ₹8,498 | Worth ₹2+ lakh in risk mitigation |
Why Private Limited Companies Need Specialized TM Strategies
- Name vs Brand Protection
- Company registration ≠ trademark rights
- MCA approval doesn’t prevent brand copying
- Investor Requirements
- 89% of VCs verify trademarks before investing
- Strong TM portfolio increases valuation by 18-25%
- Expansion Readiness
- Needed for:
- Franchising (56% faster expansion)
- International growth
- Product line extensions
- Needed for:
Our Private Limited-Focused TM Packages
Startup Protection @ ₹8,499
- TM registration (1 class)
- Comprehensive search
- Application filing
- 6-month monitoring
Business Security @ ₹14,999
✅ All Startup features +
✅ 3-class protection
✅ Logo + wordmark filing
✅ 1-year monitoring
Enterprise Defense @ ₹24,999
- All Business features +
- 5-class protection
- International filing (1 country)
- Legal action support
Call 011-45768289 for TM Consultation
Visit: www.legomarkindia.com
