Trademark Opposition
File or defend a trademark opposition — notice of opposition, counter-statement, evidence and hearings handled end to end.
- Timeline2 months statutory window to file counter-statement; proceedings can extend 12–18 months.
- Starting at₹1,999 + GST & Govt. fees applicable
- Documents7 items — shared securely online
About Trademark Opposition
After a mark is published in the Trade Marks Journal, anyone can oppose it within four months. If you own a similar mark, opposing protects your brand; if your mark is opposed, you must defend it with a counter-statement.
Opposition proceedings follow strict timelines at every stage. NewStarts drafts the notice or counter-statement, prepares evidence affidavits and represents you through the hearing.
What is Trademark Opposition?
A trademark opposition is a proceeding under Section 21 of the Trade Marks Act, 1999 in which a third party objects to the registration of a published mark within four months of publication, and the applicant defends it by filing a counter-statement and evidence.
100% online, no office visit- Category
- Intellectual Property (IPR)
- Authority / portal
- Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM) — Trade Marks Registry, IP India online filing portal
- Timeline
- 2 months statutory window to file counter-statement; proceedings can extend 12–18 months.
- Starting price
- ₹1,999
- Mode
- 100% online — no office visit needed
Who needs Trademark Opposition?
Situations where this service is required or strongly recommended.
Brand owners
Owners who spot a similar mark in the journal.
Applicants whose mark is opposed
Who must file a counter-statement.
Businesses with prior use
Users of unregistered marks with earlier rights.
Licensees and franchisors
Protecting licensed brands.
Eligibility
Basic conditions to qualify for Trademark Opposition.
Published mark
Opposition is filed against marks published in the journal.
Within four months
Notice of opposition must be filed within four months of publication.
Two months for counter-statement
The applicant must reply within two months of receiving the notice.
Grounds and evidence
Prior rights, similarity or other legal grounds.
Benefits of Trademark Opposition
What you gain once it is done right.
Protect your brand
Stop confusingly similar marks from being registered.
Defend your application
A strong counter-statement keeps your mark alive.
Structured evidence
Affidavits and proof built for the hearing.
Professional advocacy
Representation at the opposition hearing.
Types of Trademark Opposition
Choose the option that matches your situation.
Filing an opposition (TM-O)
Opposing a published mark within four months.
Filing a counter-statement
Defending your mark within two months of the notice.
Evidence stage
Evidence in support by both parties.
Opposition hearing
Final arguments before the hearing officer.
Documents required
Keep these ready. We share an exact checklist for your specific case and collect everything through a secure online link.
Get this checklist on WhatsAppOpposition Notice / Journal Details
If you are defending — the notice of opposition received. If you are opposing — the application number and journal publication details of the mark.
Your Trademark Details
Registration certificate or application number, class(es) and date of first adoption / use of your mark.
Conflicting Mark Representation
Image or wordmark of the other party's mark, for comparison with yours.
Proof of Use & Reputation
Invoices, advertising spend, turnover figures and certificates showing your brand's use and reputation.
Evidence Affidavit
Signed affidavit and supporting evidence, prepared with our help, for filing under the Trade Marks Rules.
Applicant ID Proof
PAN or Aadhaar of the individual applicant / proprietor; for a company or firm, the entity PAN and ID of the authorised signatory.
Authorisation — Form TM-48
Signed Form TM-48 (power of attorney) authorising us to file and represent your trademark matter before the Registry.
Step-by-step process
How NewStarts takes Trademark Opposition from first call to final delivery.
- 01
Case review
We review the marks, dates and grounds.
- 02
Draft notice or counter-statement
Filed in Form TM-O within the deadline.
- 03
Evidence affidavits
Evidence in support, reply evidence and documents.
- 04
Hearing preparation
Written arguments and case law.
- 05
Represent at hearing
We appear virtually for you.
- 06
Order and follow-up
We track the decision and advise on next steps.
NewStarts Trademark Opposition service
What is included when you engage NewStarts.
Free eligibility check
A specialist reviews your facts and confirms the right route and package for Trademark Opposition before you pay anything.
Document checklist & review
You receive an exact checklist and upload through a secure link. We verify every document to avoid rejections.
Drafting & filing
We prepare every form, declaration and annexure for Trademark Opposition and file on the correct government portal.
Query & objection handling
Any departmental query or clarification is answered by our team, with corrected filings where needed.
Delivery & hand-over
Certificates and approvals are shared digitally, with a plain-language note on your next compliance steps.
Post-service support
Reminders, renewals and related filings can be handled by the same NewStarts relationship manager.
Transparent pricing
No hidden charges. Choose the package that fits — upgrade anytime.
Basic
₹1,999
+ GST & Govt. fees applicable
For straightforward, single-entity cases
- Complete documentation support
- Application filing
- Email & WhatsApp support
- Standard processing timeline
Premium
₹4,999
+ GST & Govt. fees applicable
End-to-end support with ongoing assistance
- Everything in Basic
- Dedicated relationship manager
- Query & rejection handling
- Priority processing
- Phone support
- Expert consultation call
- Fastest possible turnaround
- 1 year post-service support
- Dedicated account manager
Trademark Opposition FAQs
Have questions? We have answers.
Can’t find your answer? Ask the assistant, or speak to our team.
Four months from the date the mark is published in the Trade Marks Journal.
Two months from receiving the notice of opposition.
₹2,700 for filing a notice of opposition or counter-statement online.
Yes, parties can settle through a coexistence agreement or withdrawal.
Typically 12 to 18 months, sometimes longer.
Your application will be treated as abandoned.
Yes. Document collection, e-signing and filing are completed online, so you do not need to visit any office. Where a physical step is unavoidable, we tell you upfront.
NewStarts professional fees, GST and government fees are shown separately. Government fees are paid at actuals and confirmed with you before filing.
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