TM-C Application

TM-C Application – Everything You Need to Know

TM-C is the official form to record assignment, transmission or any change of ownership of a registered trademark or trademark application in India. Filing TM-C updates the Register so the assignee can enforce legal rights.

Official Recordal
Registers the change of ownership with the Trademark Registry
Protect Rights
Ensures assignee can enforce and monetize the mark

Why is TM-C Application Required?

Form TM-C is filed to officially notify the Trademark Registry about assignment, transmission or any change in the proprietor details. Without TM-C recordal the Register will continue to show the old owner and the assignee won't have enforceable rights.

  • Legally transfer ownership of a trademark to buyer/assignee.
  • Record mergers, successions and other changes in ownership.
  • Provide public notice and avoid future disputes about title.
  • Enable assignee to license, sell or enforce the trademark commercially.

Documents Required for Filing TM-C

Checklist of documents typically attached with TM-C

Assignment / Transmission Agreement

Duly executed Deed of Assignment or transfer agreement specifying scope and goodwill clause.

Copy of Registration / Application

Trademark registration certificate or application number for pending marks.

Affidavit / Declaration

Affidavit confirming authenticity and details of transfer.

No Objection Certificate (NOC)

NOC from assignor if applicable / required.

Power of Attorney (TM-48)

If filing through an agent or attorney.

Identity & Address Proof

PAN, Aadhaar or Certificate of Incorporation for parties involved.

Supporting Legal Documents

Succession, amalgamation, bankruptcy papers when transfer by law.

Benefits of Filing TM-C

How TM-C helps secure and monetize your trademark

Legal Ownership Transfer

Assignee becomes recorded proprietor and can enforce the mark.

Monetization

Enables sale, licensing and commercial exploitation of the mark.

Business Continuity

Records IP during M&A to preserve brand value and operations.

Avoids Disputes

Clear register entry reduces ownership conflicts and litigation.

Transparency

Public record of ownership is available for due diligence and transactions.

Process of Filing TM-C Application

Step-by-step guide to record assignment / transmission

01

Draft Assignment Deed

Prepare a clear Deed of Assignment specifying parties, goods/services and goodwill clause.

02

Execute & Notarize

Sign and notarize the deed on appropriate stamp paper as per local laws.

03

Prepare Documents

Gather TM certificate, POA, NOC, identity proofs and supporting papers.

04

File Form TM-C

File TM-C online at IP India portal (filed by assignor/assignee/agent).

05

Examination by Registry

Registrar reviews submission and may request clarifications.

06

Recordal & Acknowledgement

On approval, Registry records transfer and issues acknowledgement/entry in Register.

Timeline & Government Fee

Form TM-C
Purpose Record assignment / transmission of mark
Applicant Assignor / Assignee / Legal Representative
Government Fee ₹900 per mark per class (e-filing)
Processing Time Typically 3–6 months (subject to examination)

Types of Assignment Covered under TM-C

Complete Assignment with Goodwill

Transfer of all rights including goodwill and business reputation.

Assignment without Goodwill

Gross assignment where goodwill is expressly excluded.

Partial Assignment

Transfer limited to specific goods/services within a class.

Transmission

Transfer by operation of law (inheritance, amalgamation, bankruptcy).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Assignment is a deliberate transfer via agreement; Transmission is transfer by operation of law (inheritance, dissolution).

Either the assignor, assignee or an authorised trademark agent can file TM-C.

Yes — under Section 45 of the Trade Marks Act recording is required to update the Register.

The Register will continue to show the old owner; the assignee cannot legally enforce the mark.

No — a separate TM-C must be filed for each trademark/mark per class.

Typically 3–6 months depending on Registry examination and clarifications.

Need assistance with TM-C filing?

We prepare assignment deeds, collate documents, file TM-C on the IP India portal and follow up with the Registry until recordal is complete.

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