IP-02 · Trademark & IP
Trademark Objection Reply
A drafted reply to an examination report, filed within the deadline.
- Professional fee from
- ₹4,999
- Timeline
- Filed within 30 days of the examination report
- Governed by
- Trade Marks Act, 1999 · s.9 & s.11
Professional fee. No government fee for the reply itself.
Best suited to
Applicants whose mark has been objected to on absolute or relative grounds
Overview
Most trademark applications receive an examination report. An objection is not a refusal — it is the registry asking you to justify the mark. Section 9 objections say the mark is descriptive or non-distinctive; section 11 objections say it conflicts with an existing mark.
The reply must be filed within 30 days or the application is treated as abandoned. A good reply cites case law, distinguishes the cited marks and, where useful, files evidence of use.
What is included
- Analysis of the grounds raised
- Drafted reply with case law and distinguishing arguments
- Affidavit of use where evidence helps
- Filing and hearing representation if scheduled
Documents you need
- 01Copy of the examination report
- 02Application number and filing details
- 03Evidence of use — invoices, advertisements, social media, website
How the filing runs
- Day 1–3
Report analysed
We assess the cited marks and the strength of your position.
- Day 4–10
Reply drafted
Arguments and evidence prepared and shared for your approval.
- Within 30 days
Filed
Reply submitted to the registry.
Questions about trademark objection reply
01What are my chances?
It depends on the ground. Section 11 objections citing a near-identical mark in the same class are hard to overcome. We give you an honest read before taking the work.
Tell us what the business does. We will tell you what it needs.
A 15-minute call with a Chartered Accountant or Company Secretary, at no cost, before you commit to anything.