Trademark Class 42 under the Nice Classification covers software services, saas, it and research. Businesses such as saas startups should file in Class 42 to protect their brand for these goods or services in India. The official fee is Rs 4,500 per class for individuals, startups and small enterprises and Rs 9,000 for others when filed online.
What Class 42 covers
- Software as a service and platform as a service
- Software development and IT consulting
- Website design and hosting
- Scientific and technological research
- Industrial design and engineering services
Who should file in Class 42
- SaaS startups
- IT services companies
- R&D and design firms
Related classes to consider
| Class | Covers |
|---|---|
| Class 9 | downloadable software |
| Class 35 | digital marketing |
| Class 38 | telecom services |
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For software businesses, Class 42 protects the service and Class 9 the downloadable product. File both if you offer apps and cloud services.
How to register in Class 42
- Search for similar marks in this and related classes.
- Draft a precise description of your goods or services.
- File Form TM-A online and use the TM symbol.
- Respond to the examination report and track publication.
Frequently asked questions
Is SaaS Class 9 or 42?
SaaS is Class 42.
Are web design agencies in Class 42?
Yes, website design and development are Class 42.
Can I file Class 42 with other classes together?
Yes. A single multi-class application can cover several classes, with a separate fee for each class.
What if I choose the wrong class?
Protection applies only to the classes filed, so a wrong class leaves your brand unprotected where it matters. Classes cannot be freely changed later, so check before filing.
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