Trademark Assignment, Transfer & Licensing
Assigning ownership, recording transfers and licensing marks
- 1DraftDeed or licence drafted to the deal.
- 2ExecuteSigned and stamped.
- 3RecordAssignment recorded with the Registry.
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About Trademark Assignment, Transfer & Licensing
A clear overview, in simple terms — what it is, why it matters, and how we handle it.
A trademark is assigned by a written deed, with or without the goodwill of the business, and the new owner applies to the Registry to record the assignment so that the register shows them as proprietor. Licensing lets someone else use the mark while you keep ownership; it should be in writing with quality-control terms. A common startup fix is assigning marks filed by a founder personally to the company.
Investors check that the company — not a founder — owns its brand. Assignments without goodwill have extra steps, and unrecorded assignments create problems when enforcing the mark.
Licences are used for franchising, manufacturing arrangements and group companies. Stamp duty on assignment deeds varies by state.
| Instrument | Written assignment deed (stamped as per state law) |
|---|---|
| Types | With or without goodwill |
| Recording | Application to the Registry to record the new proprietor |
| Licensing | Written licence with quality control; recording optional |
Who this is for
Common scenarios where this service is a good fit.
- Startups moving founder-held marks into the company
- Businesses buying or selling brands
- Franchisors and brand licensors
What you get
Clear deliverables so you know exactly what's included.
- Assignment or licence drafting
- Stamp duty guidance
- Recording with the Registry
- Portfolio updates
Expert review before every submission — not just data entry.
Working notes and reconciliations you can rely on in future notices.
Resident Indians, NRIs, expats and cross-border businesses — all served.
Documents required
A practical checklist. We'll tell you if anything else is needed based on your case.
* This is a base checklist. After a quick pre-check, we may ask for additional items specific to your case.
Process
A simple, trackable workflow — designed to avoid back-and-forth.
Deed or licence drafted to the deal.
Signed and stamped.
Assignment recorded with the Registry.
Get a quote
We share a clear quote on WhatsApp after a quick checklist pre-check.
- Fixed quote on WhatsApp after a short look at your facts and documents.
- Government fees, if any, are paid at actuals and shown separately.
| Factor | DIY | Indus Tax |
|---|---|---|
| Expert review | ❌ | ✅ |
| Notice risk reduction | ❌ | ✅ |
| Deduction optimisation | ❌ | ✅ |
| Audit-ready records | ❌ | ✅ |
| AIS/26AS reconciliation | ❌ | ✅ |
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Fee adjusted against our service fee if you go ahead within 30 days.
- Priority CA Call-backSkip the queue — a CA calls you within 30 minutes.₹255
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Compare the 3 plansFrequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions we get.
This page also covers
- Trademark transfer
- Change of ownership recorded on the register.
- Trademark licensing
- Licence agreements for franchisees, manufacturers and group companies.
Official sources
Indus Tax is a private professional services firm and is not affiliated with any government authority. Rules and fees change — we confirm current positions before filing.
