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A Trademark Search is done to ensure that any trademark which an applicant wishes to register does not cause a likelihood of confusion with an already applied mark. It's the very first step before filing a trademark application.
We at S.K. & Associates offer a free trademark search service. We have an updated database for ease of the process, and this is a hassle-free online process for you.
Skipping a search is one of the most common reasons applications get objected under Section 11 (similarity with existing marks) or rejected outright. A quick, thorough search today saves you months of objections, hearings, and re-filings tomorrow.
Three distinct search methods — each catches a different kind of conflict.
This type of search allows you to retrieve trademarks that use the same word as that of the query entered. It catches exact word matches in the trademark database.
In some cases, a trademark may contain the same visual elements as that of other companies. It would be difficult to search for such marks. India is a member of the Vienna Convention, so it follows the international classification for the same.
The phonetic search interface is used in the case of similar-sounding trademark words. It is a useful type of search as it sometimes provides results having a different spelling but a similar sound.
According to the NICE classification, trademarks are classified into 45 categories — 34 for goods and 11 for services.
Why class selection matters: Each class represents a unique category of goods and services. Choosing the right class is essential — filing in the wrong class can leave your brand unprotected in the areas that actually matter to your business.
Classes 1-34 cover goods; Classes 35-45 cover services.
| Class | Category of Trademarks |
|---|---|
| Class 1 | Chemicals used in industries, science, or photography; chemicals for agriculture, horticulture, forestry; industrial adhesives; unprocessed plastics. |
| Class 2 | Paints, varnishes, preservatives against rust and wood damage; metal foils and powders for painters, decorators, printers; mordants and colorants. |
| Class 3 | Laundry, cleaning, and polishing substances; soaps, perfumes, essential oils, cosmetics, hair lotions. |
| Class 4 | Industrial greases and oils, lubricants, wetting and binding compositions, fuels, candles and wicks. |
| Class 5 | Medical preparations (veterinary, pharmaceutical, sanitary), dietetic substances, baby food, plasters, disinfectants, dental wax. |
| Class 6 | Common metals and alloys, metal building materials, non-electric cables and wires, pipes, tubes, small metal hardware. |
| Class 7 | Machines and machine tools, motors and engines (excluding land vehicles), incubators for eggs, agricultural machines. |
| Class 8 | Hand tools, cutlery, razors, sidearms. |
| Class 9 | Scientific, nautical, photographic, cinematographic, optical instruments; recording and reproducing sound/images; computers, software, fire-extinguishing apparatus. |
| Class 10 | Medical, surgical, dental, veterinary apparatus; artificial limbs, eyes, teeth; orthopedic articles. |
| Class 11 | Lighting, heating, steam generating, cooking, refrigerating, ventilating, water supply, sanitary appliances. |
| Class 12 | Vehicles and apparatus for locomotion by land, air, or water. |
| Class 13 | Firearms, ammunition, projectiles, explosives, fireworks. |
| Class 14 | Precious metals and their alloys, jewellery, precious stones, chronometric instruments. |
| Class 15 | Musical instruments. |
| Class 16 | Paper, cardboard, printed matter, photographs, stationery, adhesives, paintbrushes, office requisites, teaching material, printing blocks. |
| Class 17 | Rubber, mica, gutta-percha, asbestos, gum; packing, insulating and stopping materials; flexible plastic pipes. |
| Class 18 | Leather and imitations, goods made from these, trunks, hides, animal skins, traveling bags, umbrellas, walking sticks, harness and whips. |
| Class 19 | Non-metallic building materials, rigid non-metallic pipes, bitumen, asphalt, pitch, non-metal monuments. |
| Class 20 | Furniture, mirrors, picture frames; goods made of wood, cork, reed, cane, bone, horn, ivory, amber, shell, plastics. |
| Class 21 | Household utensils and containers, combs, sponges, brushes, steel wool, unprocessed glass, porcelain, glassware, earthenware. |
| Class 22 | Tents, nets, ropes, strings, tarpaulins, awnings, sacks, sails, bags; stuffing and padding materials; raw fibrous textile materials. |
| Class 23 | Threads and yarns for textile use. |
| Class 24 | Textiles and textile goods, bed covers, table covers. |
| Class 25 | Clothing, footwear, headgear. |
| Class 26 | Lace, embroidery, ribbons, braid; buttons, hooks, pins, needles; artificial flowers. |
| Class 27 | Carpets, rugs, mats, matting, linoleum; non-textile wall hangings. |
| Class 28 | Games, toys, gymnastic and sporting articles; Christmas tree decorations. |
| Class 29 | Meat, fish, poultry, meat extracts; preserved, dried, cooked fruits and vegetables; jellies, jams; eggs, milk, edible oils. |
| Class 30 | Coffee, tea, cocoa, sugar, rice, tapioca, sago, artificial coffee; flour, bread, pastry, confectionery; honey, yeast, salt, spices, sauces. |
| Class 31 | Agricultural, horticultural, forestry products and grains; fresh fruits and vegetables; live animals; seeds, natural plants and flowers; animal food. |
| Class 32 | Beers, mineral and aerated waters, non-alcoholic drinks, fruit juices, syrups for beverages. |
| Class 33 | Alcoholic beverages (except beers). |
| Class 34 | Tobacco, smoking articles, matches. |
| Class 35 | Advertising, business management, business administration, office functions. |
| Class 36 | Insurance, financial affairs, monetary affairs, real estate affairs. |
| Class 37 | Building construction, repair, installation services. |
| Class 38 | Telecommunications. |
| Class 39 | Transport, packaging and storage of goods. |
| Class 40 | Treatment of materials. |
| Class 41 | Education, training, entertainment, sporting and cultural activities. |
| Class 42 | Scientific and technological services, industrial analysis and research, design and development of computer hardware and software. |
| Class 43 | Services for providing food and drink, temporary accommodation. |
| Class 44 | Medical services, veterinary services, hygienic and beauty care; agriculture, horticulture, forestry services. |
| Class 45 | Legal services, security services, personal and social services. |
Trademark search is very advantageous at many steps of your trademark registration process.
Before registration, conduct a search. This saves time and effort — if there are trademarks similar to yours, you can opt for something novel and won't file a conflicting mark.
There is a chance of refusal or rejection of your trademark if it doesn't comply with the Trademark Act, 1999 — particularly Section 11 similarity grounds.
A search saves time even after registration. If a mark you registered later faces infringement or revocation risk, a search beforehand could have avoided it.
The search tells you whether your brand is different and attractive enough to attract customers — creating a sense of exclusivity for your brand.
Portfolio management indicates the management of an application from the beginning to the end. The portfolio includes:
In case one uses a registered trademark without authorization of the trademark owner, it is considered trademark infringement — an offence under the Trade Marks Act, 1999.
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Search trademarks across categories and classes at no cost — no signup barrier to get started.
Our database is kept current with the latest filings and registered marks, so results reflect reality.
Word, Vienna Code, and Phonetic search — combined for maximum coverage.
Automated tools return data. Our trademark attorneys interpret similarity, deceptiveness, and likelihood of confusion.
Hassle-free online process with quick turnaround — often within a few hours.
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Connect with S.K. & Associates today and run a free trademark search on your brand name, logo, or slogan — before you file.
A trademark search takes minutes. An objection or rejection takes months. That's the real trade-off — and yet, most applicants skip the search and file blind, then wonder why they face Section 11 objections or a refused registration.
With S.K. & Associates, the search is free, the tool is updated, and the interpretation is done by qualified trademark attorneys. Whether you're a startup filing your first mark, or a growing brand expanding into new classes, a quick search today tells you exactly what you're walking into. Connect with us and get your free search report.