Trademark Objection Reply

Trademark Objection Reply in India – Full Guide

What is a Trademark Objection?

A Trademark Objection is a preliminary refusal raised by the Trademark Examiner during the examination stage of your trademark application. It appears in the Examination Report (Form TMR) under Section 9 or 11 of the Trademarks Act, 1999.

It does not mean your trademark is rejected — only that you must respond properly to proceed.

Documents Required to File Objection Reply:

1. Examination Report (PDF from TM Registry)

2. Power of Attorney (if filed by agent/attorney)

3. Affidavit of use (if applicable)

4. Supporting documents like:

   • Invoices or bills using the mark

   • Website screenshots or brochures

   • Social media posts, ads, or articles

   • Domain registration

   • Trademark search reports

Step-by-Step: Filing a Trademark Objection Reply

Review the Examination Report Carefully

Identify whether it’s a Section 9 or 11 objection and the grounds mentioned.

Draft a Proper Reply to the Objection

Include:

• Legal reasoning defending the trademark

• Case references (if needed)

• Proof of use or distinctiveness (if applicable)

• Clarifications on differences from cited trademarks

File Reply Online Using Form TM-M

• Must be filed within 30 days from receipt of the examination report

• Reply is uploaded via the IP India website

Wait for Hearing Notice (if needed)

• If Registrar is satisfied → application moves to advertisement in Journal

• If not satisfied → hearing notice is issued

Attend Trademark Hearing (if called)

• Present evidence, defend the mark, and argue the case before the officer

Government Fee:

• 1,000 if filed via attorney/agent (under TM-M)

• No fee if replying directly via the Examination Reply section on the TM portal

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• In-depth examination report analysis

• Drafting strong legal reply with relevant evidence

• Filing the reply before deadline

• Representing you in Trademark Hearings

• Ensuring your application proceeds smoothly to registration

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