Trademark Objection Reply

Incorrect Trademark Form

Using the wrong form for the type of applicant (e.g., individual, partnership, company).

Filing a multi-class application using Form TM-A instead of the correct TM-M.

Incorrect Applicant Name

Spelling mistakes or mismatched details in the applicant’s name.

Applying as “ABC Pvt Ltd” while the documents show “ABC Private Limited.”

Failure to File TM-48

Not submitting TM-48 (Power of Attorney), mandatory when filing via an agent or attorney.

An agent files the trademark but forgets to attach TM-48.

Wrong Classification

Filing under the wrong class of goods or services, leading to misclassification.

Registering skincare products under Class 9 (electronic goods) instead of Class 3 (cosmetics).

Incorrect Address

Providing an incomplete or inaccurate business or applicant address.

Mentioning “Main Road” without specifying the city or postal code.

Vague Specifications

Describing the goods/services too broadly or ambiguously, causing confusion.

Listing “consumer goods” instead of specifying “hair oils and lotions.”

Identical or Similar Marks

Applying for a trademark that closely resembles an existing one, creating potential confusion.

Filing for “Koffee Day” when “Cafe Coffee Day” is an existing trademark.

Lacks Distinctive Character

Trademarks that are generic, too common, or fail to stand out.

Trying to trademark “Fresh Breads” for a bakery.

Deceptive or Offensive Terms

Marks that mislead the public, are obscene, or promote false claims.

Using “Italian Olive Oil” for locally produced oil or any vulgar/derogatory terms.