Archive · 30 Dec 2025
India Registers Record 5.5 Lakh Trade Marks in FY25
India has set a new record by registering over 5.5 lakh trade marks in the fiscal year 2024-25.
This big number shows that India is getting better at protecting the ideas and creations of its people.
The government says this is part of their plan to make India a place where people can come up with new ideas and make things that the whole world can use.
The Trade Marks Act, which has been around for 26 years, helps businesses protect their brands and encourages fair competition.
The most trade marks were registered in areas like medicines and health products.
The government is also working to make sure India is a leader in protecting intellectual property, which is important for businesses as they grow and sell their products around the world.
India registered a record 5.5 lakh trade marks in the fiscal year 2024-25.
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted the significance of the Trade Marks Act, 1999, in protecting innovators' interests.
The highest number of trade marks were registered in pharmaceuticals, veterinary, and sanitary preparations.
The Trade Marks Act has been reviewed multiple times to adapt to global business changes and modern business demands.
Trade marks are registered for 10 years and can be renewed for successive 10-year periods.
- Who
- Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal
- What
- Record 5.5 lakh trade marks registered in India
- When
- Fiscal Year 2024-25
- Where
- India
- Why
- To safeguard the interests of innovators and creators, promoting economic growth and innovation-led development
Government Perspective
Business Perspective
Importance of Trade Marks
Government Perspective
The government views trade marks as crucial for safeguarding innovators and creators, promoting economic growth and innovation-led development.
Business Perspective
Businesses see trade marks as essential for protecting their brands and ensuring fair competition in the market.
Global Standing
Government Perspective
The government believes that India's efforts in fostering the innovation ecosystem have strengthened the country's position in the global IP landscape.
Business Perspective
Businesses benefit from the global recognition and protection of their trade marks, facilitating international expansion.
- Total Trade Marks Registered
- 5.5 lakh
- Fiscal Year
- 2024-25
- Top Categories
- Pharmaceuticals, veterinary, and sanitary preparations
- Trade Mark Duration
- 10 years (renewable every 10 years)
- Legislation
- Trade Marks Act, 1999
- Government Initiative
- Ideate in India, Innovate in India, Make in India & Make for the World