Trademark Assignment

Overview

Ownership only changes hands when the Registry says so

A trademark assignment transfers ownership of a registered or pending mark from one party to another, whether as part of a business sale, restructuring, or licensing deal. The transfer agreement alone isn't enough — it must be recorded with the Trade Marks Registry to be legally effective and enforceable against third parties.

Legally binding transfer

The assignment deed is drafted to hold up, covering full ownership transfer, associated goodwill, and any conditions of the deal.

Registry recordal handled end-to-end

We file the assignment application with the Registry so the new owner is officially reflected on record.

Due diligence built in

We check the mark's current status, any pending disputes, and existing licenses before the transfer is finalized.

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Tax regime

Annual income (₹)

₹

₹0₹25L₹50L+

Estimated tax payable

₹ 97,500

Effective rate 6.5% · new regime on ₹15,00,000

Taxable income₹ 14,25,000

Tax as per slabs₹ 93,750

Health & education cess (4%)+₹ 3,750

The New Regime saves you ₹ 1,59,900 compared to the Old Regime.

Illustrative estimate for FY 2025-26 — assumes salaried income eligible for the standard deduction, and includes the Section 87A rebate and 4% cess. Surcharge is applied at a flat rate without its own marginal relief. Does not account for other deductions or individual circumstances. Book a consultation for an exact figure.

Simple, from start to finish

How it works

Status & due diligence

We verify the mark's current status, ownership, and any pending oppositions or licenses before proceeding.

Assignment deed drafting

A deed covering ownership transfer, goodwill, and deal terms is drafted for both parties to execute.

Filing with the Registry

Form TM-P is filed with the Registry along with the executed deed and supporting documents.

Recordal confirmation

You receive confirmation once the Registry updates its records to reflect the new owner.

Deed drafted and filed within 5–10 days; Registry recordal timelines vary by case

Questions

Frequently asked

01Is a signed assignment deed enough to transfer a trademark?

No. The deed establishes the agreement between the parties, but the transfer isn't legally complete or enforceable against third parties until it's recorded with the Trade Marks Registry.

02Can a trademark that's still pending registration be assigned?

Yes — both registered and pending applications can be assigned. The process and documentation are largely the same, though pending applications may need additional confirmation once the mark is registered.

03What's the difference between an assignment and a license?

Assignment transfers full ownership permanently. A license lets someone else use the mark, under conditions you set, while you retain ownership. They're recorded differently and have very different legal consequences.

04Does assignment include the goodwill associated with the brand?

It can — a mark can be assigned with or without the associated goodwill (business reputation tied to the mark), and the deed should specify this clearly, as it affects the value and rights transferred.

05Why book a consultation instead of filing this myself?

A poorly drafted deed can leave goodwill, related marks, or existing licenses in a gray area, and the Registry can raise queries on incomplete filings that stall the recordal for months. Getting the due diligence and documentation right up front is what makes the transfer actually stick.

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