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The questions Indian founders and businesses actually ask about trademarks, patents, costs, copycats and commercialization — answered directly, with the caveats that matter. Twenty-four and growing.

Trademarks

Can I trademark my brand name in India? What are trademark classes, and which ones do I need? How long does trademark registration take in India? What is the difference between ™ and ®?

Patents

Can I patent an app or software in India? What is a provisional patent application? How long does a patent last in India? Can I patent something I have already shown publicly?

Designs & Copyright

Should I register a design or a trademark for my product's look? How long does copyright last in India — and do I need to register it? Who owns the work a freelancer creates for me? Can a logo be protected by both copyright and trademark?

Costs & Process

How much does a trademark cost in India? What happens after I file a trademark application? What documents do I need to file a trademark in India? Do I need a lawyer or agent to file a trademark?

Enforcement

Someone is copying my brand. What are my options? What is a cease-and-desist notice, and does it work? How do I remove copycat products from Amazon or Flipkart? I received an infringement notice. What should I do?

Strategy & Commercialization

What is an IP audit, and does my business need one? How do I license my IP and earn from it? What IP do investors look for in due diligence? Do my Indian trademark and patent protect me internationally?