Trademark Class 9 under the Nice Classification covers software, electronics and scientific apparatus. Businesses such as app and saas startups (downloadable software) should file in Class 9 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 9 covers
- Downloadable software and mobile apps
- Computers, phones and accessories
- Audio-visual and recording equipment
- Scientific, measuring and safety apparatus
- Eyewear, batteries and chargers
Who should file in Class 9
- App and SaaS startups (downloadable software)
- Electronics and gadget brands
- Eyewear brands
Related classes to consider
| Class | Covers |
|---|---|
| Class 42 | SaaS and software development services |
| Class 35 | online retail of electronics |
| Class 38 | telecommunication services |
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Tech companies often need both Class 9 (downloadable software, apps) and Class 42 (software as a service and development).
How to register in Class 9
- 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 a mobile app registered in Class 9 or 42?
The downloadable app is Class 9; hosted software services and SaaS are Class 42. Most app businesses file both.
Are sunglasses in Class 9?
Yes, spectacles and sunglasses are in Class 9.
Can I file Class 9 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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