26/01/2026
Many ads claim that trademark registration gets approved in 3–5 months.
That’s only partly true.
Here’s the reality every business owner should know.
A normal trademark registration in India takes around 12 to 18 months to get finally approved and to receive the registration certificate. This includes examination, objections (if any), publication, and final registration.
So what happens in 3–5 months?
With a normal application, you usually get: • Filing acknowledgment
• “Trademark Applied” status
This allows you to use TM,
but not the ®️ symbol and not the registration certificate.
If you want approval and certificate within 4–5 months,
there is only one legitimate way:
👉 Expedited Trademark Registration
How it works: First, a normal trademark application is filed.
Using the application number, an expedited request is submitted by paying an additional government fee.
This fast-tracks examination and processing at the Trademark Office.
When done correctly and if there are no objections,
the trademark and logo can be registered within 4–5 months, along with the certificate.
So next time you see an ad saying
“Trademark in 3 months”,
ask one question:
Is it normal or expedited?
Clarity saves time, money, and legal trouble.
If you’re a startup founder, MSME owner, or launching a new brand,
this is something you must know.
Share this reel with someone planning to register a trademark.
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