Trademark Objection Reply
Detailed reply to the examination report with legal arguments and evidence, filed within the deadline.
Quick answer
Trademark Objection Reply with CorpBridge costs ₹3,999 as a professional fee (no government fee, and 18% GST) and typically takes within 30 days of the examination report. You will mainly need examination report, evidence of use, date of first use. A qualified CA, CS or attorney prepares and files everything online, so you don't visit any office.
| Professional fee | ₹3,999 + 18% GST |
|---|---|
| Government charges | No government fee |
| Time taken | Within 30 days of the examination report |
| Form / portal | Reply |
| Documents | 3 items (listed below) |
| Done | 100% online |
What is Trademark Objection Reply?
If the examiner objects to your application, for example because the mark is descriptive (absolute grounds under Section 9) or similar to an existing mark (relative grounds under Section 11), you must file a reply within 30 days or the application is treated as abandoned.
Our trademark attorneys draft a reply with legal arguments, distinguishing features, evidence of use and case law, so the examiner has every reason to accept the mark.
What's included in our Trademark Objection Reply service?
- Review of the examination report and cited marks
- Drafting of a detailed reply with case law
- User affidavit and evidence of use (where helpful)
- Filing on the IP India portal
- Tracking until the registry's decision
What documents are required for Trademark Objection Reply?
- Examination report
- Evidence of use: invoices, ads, website and social media screenshots
- Date of first use
What is the process for Trademark Objection Reply?
Review
We analyse the objection and the cited marks.
Draft
We prepare the reply and supporting evidence.
File
The reply is filed before the deadline and you receive the acknowledgement.
How much does Trademark Objection Reply cost?
| Component | Amount | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| CorpBridge professional fee | ₹3,999 | CorpBridge |
| GST on professional fee | ₹720 | Government (via CorpBridge) |
| Government fee / stamp duty | No government fee | Government, at actuals |
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Frequently asked questions about Trademark Objection Reply
What happens if I miss the 30-day deadline?
The application can be treated as abandoned. Contact us as soon as you receive the examination report so there is time to prepare a strong reply.
What if the reply is not accepted?
The registry schedules a show-cause hearing where we argue the case. See our Trademark Hearing service.
What is the cost of Trademark Objection Reply?
CorpBridge's professional fee is ₹3,999, exclusive of 18% GST, no government fee. The exact government charges are confirmed before you pay.
How long does Trademark Objection Reply take?
Within 30 days of the examination report, assuming documents are complete and the authority raises no queries.
What documents are required for Trademark Objection Reply?
Examination report; Evidence of use: invoices, ads, website and social media screenshots; Date of first use.
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