Daman and Diu, which form part of the Union Territory of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu, benefit from a strategic coastal location and are known for tourism, food processing, fishing, and manufacturing. The region generates trademark activity from seafood exporters, tourism operators, food processors, and manufacturing enterprises.
S.S. Rana & Co. is one of India’s oldest and most respected intellectual property law firms, practising IP law since 1989. We provide comprehensive trademark registration services for businesses in Daman & Diu, including brand names, logos, product packaging, and business identifiers. We serve clients across all major business sectors, providing expertise from initial brand clearance through registration, maintenance, and enforcement.
A trademark application filed in India confers nationwide rights. Trademark registration protects your brand across all states and territories and grants the proprietor exclusive legal rights to use the mark in connection with registered goods or services. Without trademark registration and brand protection, brand owners are limited to common law passing-off remedies, and statutory trademark infringement protection is not available.
Trade Marks Registry for Daman & Diu and Jurisdiction
The Trade Marks Registry office with territorial jurisdiction over Daman & Diu and surrounding areas is: Intellectual Property India, Ahmedabad Office (serves Gujarat, Daman & Diu, Dadra & Nagar Haveli)
IP India Ahmedabad Office, Block No. 1 & 2, 4th Floor, Shilp Building, Opp. Old Sachivalaya, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad – 380 009
All trademark applications for Daman & Diu are filed electronically through the IP India e-filing portal. S.S. Rana and Co. handles all trademark filings and brand registration applications for Daman & Diu clients electronically from our principal office in New Delhi. Our Daman & Diu trademark attorneys provide end-to-end trademark registration services.
Key Industry Sectors Requiring Trademark Protection in Daman & Diu
- Seafood and Marine Products: Significant fishing and seafood processing industry requiring seafood brand trademark registration and marine product protection in Class 29.
- Food Processing and Preserves: Fruit processing, food preservation, and packaged food manufacturing requiring food brand trademark and food product protection in Classes 29, 30, 31 and 32.
- Tourism and Hospitality Services: Beach tourism, water sports, and hospitality services requiring tourism brand trademark and hospitality service protection in Classes 41 and 43.
- Textiles and Manufacturing: Textile manufacturing and industrial production requiring textile trademark registration and manufacturing brand protection in Classes 23, 24, 25 and 7.
- Spices and Agricultural Products: Spice trading and agricultural product processing requiring spice brand trademark and agricultural product protection in Classes 29, 30 and 31.
Court Jurisdiction for Trademark Disputes and Enforcement
The Bombay High Court exercises jurisdiction over trademark infringement matters, passing-off actions, and intellectual property disputes arising in the Union Territory of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu. S.S. Rana and Co. represents Daman & Diu clients in trademark enforcement, IP litigation, and dispute resolution before both the Trade Marks Registry and the courts.
Comprehensive Trademark Services for Daman & Diu Businesses
- Brand Clearance Search and Trademark Search: Comprehensive search of the IP India database to assess deceptive similarity with existing marks, with written legal opinion
- Trademark Registration and Brand Registration: Complete preparation and filing of trademark applications through IP India e-filing portal with prosecution through examination and opposition phases
- Classification Services (Nice Classification): Precise classification of goods and services under the Nice Classification system to maximize protection scope
- Examination Reply and Objection Handling: Expert response to examination reports and objections from the Trade Marks Registry with professional arguments
- Opposition and Dispute Management: Representation in opposition proceedings, trademark disputes, and infringement cases before registry and courts
- Trademark Renewal Services: Timely renewal of trademark registrations before expiration to maintain continuous brand protection
- International Trademark Registration (Madrid Protocol): Madrid Protocol applications for international expansion and multi-country trademark registration
Government Trademark Registration Fees and Cost for India
The following are official government fees for trademark registration prescribed under the Trade Marks Rules, 2017. These trademark registration costs are separate from S.S. Rana and Co.’s professional fees.
| Applicant Category | Trademark Fee (per class) | Registration Method |
| Companies, LLPs, Partnerships | ₹9,000 | Online E-filing |
| Individuals, DPIIT Startups, Small Enterprises | ₹4,500 | Concessional Rate |
Trademark Registration Timeline and Application Process
- Filing and Application: Trademark application filed electronically; unique application number and priority date generated immediately upon filing
- Examination Phase: Trademark examination typically takes 12 to 18 months from filing; examiner assesses absolute grounds and relative grounds of refusal
- Objection Resolution: If trademark objections are raised, applicants have 30 days to file reply; hearing scheduled before trademark examiner if reply not accepted
- Publication and Advertisement: Approved trademark mark is advertised in Trade Marks Journal (published weekly) when examination is satisfied
- Opposition Period: Four-month window for third parties to file opposition against the trademark after journal publication
- Registration Certificate: Certificate of trademark registration issued if no opposition filed or opposition concludes in applicant’s favour; registration valid for 10 years from filing date
Trademark Registration in Daman & Diu – Frequently Asked Questions
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In straightforward trademark applications with no objections or oppositions, trademark registration is typically achieved within 18 to 24 months from filing. Complex trademark cases may take longer. Daman & Diu businesses should plan their brand protection timeline accordingly.
The official government trademark registration fee is ₹9,000 per class per application for companies and larger entities, or ₹4,500 per class for individuals, startups, and small enterprises. These trademark registration costs are separate from professional fees.
Yes. The TM symbol may be used to indicate a claimed trademark regardless of registration status. However, only the ® symbol may be used after receiving trademark registration certificate. Falsely representing a mark as registered is a criminal offence.
An examination report will be issued citing grounds of refusal for your trademark. You have 30 days to file a written reply addressing the trademark objections with evidence and arguments. A hearing can be scheduled if needed.
Yes. The Madrid Protocol, administered by WIPO, allows a single international trademark application to designate 130+ member countries. S.S. Rana and Co. advises Daman & Diu businesses on cost-effective international trademark registration strategies.
Daman & Diu seafood exporters should prioritize international trademark registration for their seafood brands as these products are exported to international markets with high demand.
About S.S. Rana & Co. – Trademark Attorneys for Daman & Diu
S.S. Rana & Co. has been providing specialized intellectual property law services and trademark registration services since 1989. Our principal office is in New Delhi, and we serve trademark registration clients across India, including Daman & Diu, through our comprehensive digital client service model. All Trade Marks Registry filings for Daman & Diu businesses are conducted electronically through the IP India e-filing portal. Client consultations for trademark registration are available via video call, telephone, and email.