Overview
What is Brand Name Search?
Brand Name Search in Visakhapatnam District — in brief
Brand Name Search is a legal process managed through the relevant Intellectual Property office under the DPIIT, Government of India. This service protects creative, technical or commercial assets by establishing formal ownership rights. Businesses in Hyderabad file applications through us to secure rights, resolve disputes and build long-term brand or product value. For clients in Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh, Lorven Tax handles every step online with CA review and status updates.
Reviewed by the Lorven Tax CA team · Last updated 31 Oct 2026
- Service category
- IPR
- Typical timeline
- 18–24 months
- Government fee
- ₹4,500–₹9,000 per class/application for individuals and MSMEs; higher for larger entities
- Professional fee
- Fixed quote after a scoping call
- Process
- 100% online, CA-reviewed
- Coverage
- Visakhapatnam District (Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh)
When this becomes important
- Before funding, a loan, a tender, an audit or major vendor onboarding
- When ownership, address, business activity or filing status changes
- After a notice, mismatch, portal query or department communication
What we verify before filing
- Legal name, PAN, address and authorised signatory consistency
- Thresholds, category rules, due dates and late-fee exposure
- Supporting documents, portal access and compliance history
- GST state code
- 37
- Registrar of Companies
- Registrar of Companies, Vijayawada (jurisdiction: whole of Andhra Pradesh since 29 Oct 2018)
Benefits
Why get Brand Name Search?
Legal ownership and exclusive rights over your intellectual property
Right to use statutory symbols (® or ™) after registration/application
Ability to license, franchise or assign the IP for commercial gain
Strong protection against infringers and counterfeiters
10-year or lifetime protection with renewal options
IP registration strengthens funding and valuation due diligence
Eligibility
Who can apply?
- 1Any individual, company, LLP, partnership or HUF
- 2Foreign entities and NRIs through an Indian agent
- 3Creators, inventors, authors and brand owners
- 4Businesses of any size — no minimum turnover requirement
What's included in our service
- Eligibility check and structure advisory
- Document checklist and application preparation
- Government portal filing and professional follow-up
- Post-approval compliance guidance
Checklist
Documents required
Exact documents vary by case — your CA shares a precise checklist after the first review call.
Process
How brand name search works
- 1
Share your documents
Send KYC, business details and the required documents. We review eligibility and flag gaps before filing.
- 2
Preparation & CA review
Our team prepares the application, declarations and supporting records in the format the portal or authority requires.
- 3
Filing & follow-up
We file and track the ARN, SRN or acknowledgement, and respond to any objection, clarification or department query.
- 4
Certificate & compliance guide
You receive the certificate, acknowledgement or report, plus a checklist for renewals and recurring compliance.
Fees & timeline
Cost and time to expect
Confirmed in writing before work starts
₹4,500–₹9,000 per class/application for individuals and MSMEs; higher for larger entities
Subject to portal processing
What you receive
Brand Name Search completed with clean records, documented filings and a practical compliance calendar.
FAQs
Brand Name Search: frequently asked questions
GST state code: 37. Registrar of Companies: Registrar of Companies, Vijayawada (jurisdiction: whole of Andhra Pradesh since 29 Oct 2018). Lorven Tax handles these state-specific steps for clients in Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh.
You get a fixed written quote for the professional fee before work starts; government fees are charged at actuals. Call or WhatsApp +91 94921 37975 for the exact fee for your case.
Timelines vary by IP type. Trademark registration typically takes 18–24 months for the full registration process, though protection begins from the date of application filing. Copyright takes 6–12 months; patents can take 3–5 years.
You can use ™ from the date of filing the trademark application. The ® symbol can only be used after the trademark is officially registered by the Trademarks Registry.
If the Registry raises an examination report or a third party files an opposition, we draft and file the reply with supporting evidence and represent you in hearings if required.
Yes. IP applications can cover multiple classes. Each class attracts separate government fees. Our team advises on the optimal class selection to protect your business without unnecessary cost.
Yes. Registration under the relevant Indian IP law grants protection across all states and territories of India. International protection requires separate filings through the Madrid Protocol or country-wise applications.
We track your IP portfolio renewal dates and initiate renewals well before the deadline to ensure continuous protection. Trademark renewal is every 10 years; copyright is life of author + 60 years (no formal renewal).