Trademark Watch Service
Monthly alerts when someone files a trademark similar to yours, in time to oppose it.
Quick answer
A trademark watch monitors new applications published in the Trade Marks Journal and alerts you when someone files a mark similar to yours. In India you have only 4 months from publication to oppose, so a watch gives you the time to act. CorpBridge's watch starts at ₹999 per mark per month, with reports reviewed by experienced trademark agents.
| Professional fee | ₹999/month per mark + 18% GST |
|---|---|
| Government charges | No government fee (opposition, if needed, is separate) |
| Time taken | Monthly report; urgent alerts within 2 working days |
| Form / portal | Trade Marks Journal monitoring |
| Documents | 2 items (listed below) |
| Done | 100% online |
What is Trademark Watch Service?
Registering your trademark does not stop others from filing similar marks. The Trade Marks Registry publishes thousands of new applications every week, and once a copycat mark is registered it is far harder and costlier to remove.
Our watch service checks every weekly Trade Marks Journal for marks that look, sound or mean the same as yours in related classes, and tells you in plain language which ones matter and what to do.
- Opposition window
- 4 months from publication
- Reports
- Monthly + urgent alerts
What's included in our Trademark Watch Service service?
- Weekly Trade Marks Journal checks for identical and similar marks
- Phonetic, visual and meaning-based matching in related classes
- Monthly report with a risk rating for each conflicting mark
- Urgent alert for high-risk filings
- Recommendation: ignore, send a notice, or oppose
- Company-name watch for new companies using your brand (on request)
What documents are required for Trademark Watch Service?
- Your trademark application or registration numbers
- Classes and the goods or services you trade in
What is the process for Trademark Watch Service?
Set up
We record your marks, classes and the brands you compete with.
Monitor
Every Trade Marks Journal is checked for similar marks.
Report
You get a monthly report and urgent alerts for high-risk filings.
Act
If you want to stop a mark, we send a notice or file an opposition within the 4-month window.
How much does Trademark Watch Service cost?
| Component | Amount | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| CorpBridge professional fee | ₹999/month per mark | CorpBridge |
| GST on professional fee | ₹180 | Government (via CorpBridge) |
| Government fee / stamp duty | No government fee (opposition, if needed, is separate) | Government, at actuals |
Your expert confirms the exact government charges for your case before you pay. Build a full package estimate →
Applying from outside India?
Foreign companies, startups and law firms can use our Trademark Watch Service service too. Applicants without a place of business in India need an address for service in India, and we act as your agent: instructions by email, reporting in English and a fixed quote before we act. IP services in India for foreign companies →
Frequently asked questions about Trademark Watch Service
Why do I need a trademark watch if my trademark is registered?
The Registry does not always refuse similar later marks. A watch finds them when they are published, while you can still oppose within 4 months, which is much cheaper than a cancellation action later.
How long do I have to oppose a trademark in India?
4 months from the date the application is advertised in the Trade Marks Journal. The period cannot be extended.
Can I watch marks that are not registered yet?
Yes. We can watch pending applications and unregistered brand names too.
What is the cost of Trademark Watch Service?
CorpBridge's professional fee is ₹999 per month per mark, exclusive of 18% GST, no government fee (opposition, if needed, is separate). The exact government charges are confirmed before you pay.
What documents are required for Trademark Watch Service?
Your trademark application or registration numbers; Classes and the goods or services you trade in.
Often taken together
Trademark Search & Availability Report
SearchSearch of the Trade Marks Registry for identical and similar marks, with a written opinion on registrability before you file.
Trademark Registration
TM-ASearch, class selection and TM-A filing on IP India by a trademark agent. Use ™ from the day you file.
Trademark Objection Reply
ReplyDetailed reply to the examination report with legal arguments and evidence, filed within the deadline.
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