Process for Expedited Trademark Registration in India

When time is critical, and you need your trademark registered faster than the standard process, expedited trademark registration is the solution. This priority route ensures your application moves ahead of regular filings, giving you faster protection for your brand.

What is Expedited Trademark Registration?

Expedited or “fast-track” trademark registration is a special process under Indian trademark law that allows applicants to speed up the examination and registration timeline by paying an additional government fee.
It’s ideal for businesses launching a new product, brand, or service that needs legal protection urgently.

Who Can Apply for Expedited Registration?

Any individual, company, startup, MSME, or legal entity that:

• Wants to secure a trademark quickly

• Plans to launch a brand in the immediate future

• Needs to prevent competitors from misusing the brand name

Step-by-Step Process

1. Trademark Search

Before filing, we conduct a comprehensive trademark availability search to ensure your brand name/logo is unique and avoid objections.

2. Preparation of Documents

You will need:

• Trademark application form (TM-A) details

• Identity & address proof of the applicant

• Logo in high-resolution (if applicable)

• Power of Attorney (if filed by an agent/attorney)

3. Filing with “Expedited Examination” Request

We file your trademark application online with an expedited examination request under Rule 34 of the Trade Marks Rules, 2017, by paying the prescribed government fee.

4. Examination & Reply

The Registry examines your application within 3–5 working days (instead of several months) and issues an examination report. If any objections arise, we prepare and submit a strong legal reply.

5. Publication in Trademark Journal

Once accepted, your trademark is advertised in the Trademark Journal for 4 months to invite public opposition.

6. Registration Certificate

If no opposition is filed (or opposition is successfully resolved), the registration certificate is issued much faster than in the normal process.

Timeline for Expedited Registration

Benefits of Expedited Registration

• Faster brand protection

• Legal right to use ® symbol sooner

• Priority over pending applications

• Boosts investor and market confidence

Government Fee for Expedited Examination

The official government fee for expedited examination is ₹20,000 per class for individuals/startups/MSMEs and ₹40,000 per class for companies (in addition to normal filing fees).

Why Choose Us?

At Hellaw iP, we:

• Conduct detailed trademark clearance checks

• Prepare and file your application flawlessly

• Handle objections and oppositions professionally

• Ensure you get your trademark registered in record time

Protect your brand now – don’t wait for months.
📞 Contact us today to start your expedited trademark registration process.