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Government fees for a trademark application are paid per class and depend on the applicant type (individual/startup/MSME vs. others). In addition, service fees vary based on the level of support you choose - such as trademark search support, class selection support, application preparation, and filing coordination. If an objection/opposition occurs, additional professional fees may apply depending on the complexity and the work needed. Government fees are charged separately and may change as per official updates.

For trademark disputes (opposition or infringement), these are common first steps:

• Collect proof - invoices, listings, ads, screenshots, and dates of use.
• Check the trademark status and the other party’s details on the official records.
• Assess similarity and risk (name/logo/class/market overlap).
• Take early action - often a formal notice or platform takedown is considered first.
• If needed, proceed with opposition/counter-statement, or other available remedies through the appropriate legal route.

For case-specific action, you may consult an authorized IP professional for advice based on your facts.

In India, common IP protections include:

• Trademarks - protect brand names, logos, and slogans.
• Copyright - protects original creative works (like writing, music, artwork, films, and software).
• Patents - protect new inventions and technical solutions.
• Design registration - protects the visual appearance of a product.
• Trade secrets - protect confidential business know-how through internal controls and contracts.

The right option depends on what you’re protecting - brand identity, creative work, or invention.

A patent application in India typically follows these steps:

• Document the invention (problem, solution, working, drawings).
• Conduct a prior-art search to check novelty.
• Draft the patent specification (provisional or complete).
• File the application and complete formalities.
• Publication and request for examination.
• Respond to the examination report (FER), if issued.
• If objections are resolved, the patent may proceed toward grant, followed by renewals/maintenance.

For invention-specific drafting and filing, it’s best to work with a registered patent professional.

Copyright can protect original works such as books and written content, music and sound recordings, films, artwork and photographs, software, and other creative expressions - as long as they are original and fixed in a tangible form (written/recorded/saved). Copyright generally protects the expression of an idea, not the idea itself.