🛡️ Trademark Objection Reply Format (India) – By Accounts Waale
Have you received a trademark objection from the Trademark Registry under Section 9 or Section 11? Don’t worry — a well-drafted reply to the trademark examination report can help you protect your brand.
At Accounts Waale, we assist startups, businesses, and individuals in drafting and filing professional Trademark Objection Replies in India.
📌 What Is a Trademark Objection?
A trademark objection is issued by the Registrar when your application is found lacking legal clarity or is similar to an existing mark. This is not a rejection, but an opportunity to explain and justify your application.
✍️ Trademark Objection Reply Format (Sample)
To,
The Registrar of Trademarks,
Trademark Registry Office,
Government of IndiaSubject: Reply to Examination Report for Trademark Application No. [Application Number]
Respected Sir/Madam,
This is in reference to the Examination Report dated [Insert Date], received for the trademark application bearing number [Insert Application Number], filed under Class [Insert Class] in the name of [Your Company/Applicant Name].
We respectfully submit our response to the objection raised under [Section 9(1)(a) / 11(1), as applicable] of the Trade Marks Act, 1999.
- Clarification on the Mark:
The trademark “[Insert Trademark]” is inherently distinctive and capable of distinguishing the goods/services of the applicant. The mark does not fall within the category of descriptive or generic marks.- Disassociation from Similar Marks:
The marks cited in the examination report are visually, phonetically, and conceptually different. The applicant’s mark has a unique design, stylization, and brand positioning that prevents any likelihood of confusion in the minds of the public.- Prior Use Evidence:
The applicant has been using the mark continuously since [Insert Date], as demonstrated by the enclosed invoices, website screenshots, social media presence, and promotional materials.- Legal Precedents & Supporting Documents:
Attached herewith are legal documents and references supporting our argument, including the user affidavit, proof of use, and media clippings.Therefore, we request you to kindly consider this reply, waive the objections raised, and allow the application to proceed to publication in the Trademark Journal.
Thanking you,
Yours sincerely,
[Your Full Name]
[Applicant or Authorized Agent]
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📎 Attachments to Include:
- User affidavit (on ₹100 stamp paper)
- Sales invoices or purchase orders
- Screenshots of website or app
- Promotional material
- Social media evidence
- Trademark search report
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