IP And Trademarks 23 September 2026
India's Trademark Registry Faces Filing vs Registration Gap
India’s trademark registry is seeing a growing disconnect between the number of applications filed and those that actually get registered, leading to delays and uncertainty for businesses. The article highlights procedural bottlenecks and calls for reforms to streamline the registration process.
India’s trademark registry is struggling with a widening gap between filed applications and successful registrations. This mismatch is causing longer waiting times and frustration for applicants.
- Rising filings: More businesses are submitting trademark applications than ever before.
- Registration delays: A significant share of these filings never progress to registration, creating uncertainty.
- Calls for reform: Industry experts urge the registry to streamline procedures and improve transparency.
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