Trademark Transfer (Assignment)

Transfer ownership of your registered trademark to another entity through a proper assignment deed and recordal process.

Overview

Trademark assignment (transfer) is the process of transferring ownership of a registered trademark from one entity to another. The transfer can be with or without the goodwill of the business. The assignment must be recorded with the Trademark Registry to update the ownership records.

Types of Assignment

  • With Goodwill: Transfer of the trademark along with the associated business and goodwill
  • Without Goodwill: Transfer of the trademark rights only, without the associated business

Process

  1. Draft and execute the Trademark Assignment Deed
  2. Obtain NOC from the assignor
  3. File TM-P application with the Trademark Registry
  4. Submit supporting documents (assignment deed, NOC, trademark certificate)
  5. Registry updates ownership records

Documents Generally Required

  • Executed Assignment Deed
  • NOC from the assignor
  • Copy of the trademark registration certificate
  • Details of assignor and assignee
  • Power of Attorney

Why Choose VSB Consultants?

We draft the assignment deed, prepare the necessary documentation and file the transfer application with the Trademark Registry.

Requirements, documents, government fees, professional fees and timelines may vary depending on the applicant, jurisdiction, portal status and applicable law. The final scope will be confirmed after reviewing the specific case.

Frequently Asked Questions

No, the trademark registration number remains the same. Only the ownership details are updated in the Registry records.
Yes, a pending trademark application can also be assigned to another entity. The assignment must be recorded with the Registry.
The assignment deed may attract stamp duty as per the stamp laws of the state where it is executed. The rate varies by state.

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