A trademark is a unique sign, logo, word, or combination that identifies and distinguishes your goods or services from others. Registering your trademark gives you exclusive legal rights to use it across India, prevents others from copying or misusing your brand, and allows you to take legal action against infringers. It is one of the most important steps in protecting your business identity.

The trademark registration process in India typically takes 18 to 24 months from the date of filing, subject to examination and any objections raised by the Trademark Registry. However, once filed, you receive a filing receipt that gives you a TM symbol right away and establishes your priority date. MeraTM assists with the entire process from search to registration.

If the Trademark Registry raises an objection, you will receive an Examination Report. You have 30 days to file a reply. If satisfied, the mark proceeds to publication; if not, a hearing may be scheduled. MeraTM's team of experts handles objection replies and hearings on your behalf to maximize the chances of registration.

Yes, you can register both your brand name (word mark) and your logo (device mark) as separate trademarks. This provides broader protection for your brand identity. MeraTM recommends registering both to ensure comprehensive legal coverage across all forms of your brand.

GST registration is mandatory if your annual turnover exceeds ₹20 lakhs (₹10 lakhs for special category states), or if you are engaged in inter-state supply, e-commerce sales, or certain specified categories of business regardless of turnover. Voluntary registration is also available and can be beneficial for claiming input tax credit.

GST return due dates vary based on your return type:

• GSTR-1 (outward supplies): 11th of the following month
• GSTR-3B (monthly summary): 20th of the following month
• GSTR-9 (annual return): 31st December of the next financial year
• CMP-08 (composition dealers): 18th of the month after each quarter

Late filing attracts interest and late fees. MeraTM helps you file on time every time.

For GST registration, you typically need:

• PAN card of the business / proprietor / partners / directors
• Aadhaar card of the authorized signatory
• Proof of business registration (e.g. incorporation certificate, partnership deed)
• Address proof of principal place of business
• Bank account statement or cancelled cheque
• Digital Signature Certificate (for companies and LLPs)

A Private Limited Company (Pvt Ltd) is a separate legal entity with shareholders and directors, suitable for businesses looking to raise investment and scale. An LLP (Limited Liability Partnership) offers limited liability to partners with simpler compliance requirements and lower costs, ideal for professional services firms and small businesses. MeraTM can help you decide the right structure based on your goals.

With complete and accurate documentation, a Private Limited Company can typically be incorporated within 7 to 10 working days through the MCA's SPICe+ form. LLP registration takes a similar timeline. Delays can occur if documents are incomplete or names are rejected. MeraTM ensures your application is prepared correctly to minimize delays.

Annual compliances for a Pvt Ltd company include:

• Filing of Annual Return (MGT-7) with MCA
• Filing of Financial Statements (AOC-4) with MCA
• Conducting Annual General Meeting (AGM)
• Auditing of accounts by a Chartered Accountant
• Filing of Income Tax Return
• DIR-3 KYC for all directors

MeraTM's retainer packages cover all annual compliance filings for your company.

Getting started is simple. Visit our website, select the service you need, and fill in your basic details. Our team will reach out to guide you through the documentation and process. You can also contact us directly through our inquiry form or official communication channels for a free consultation.

Yes, MeraTM operates pan-India and provides services to individuals, startups, firms, and companies across all states and union territories in India. All filings are done through official online government portals, so location is not a barrier to availing our services.

Your data security is our priority. MeraTM uses SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission, stores information on secure servers, and restricts access to authorized personnel only. We never sell or share your personal information with third parties except as required by law or for delivering your services. Please refer to our Privacy Policy and Security Policy for full details.

MeraTM accepts a variety of payment methods including UPI, Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, RuPay), and other secure online payment options. All transactions are processed through secure payment gateways. Government fees paid on your behalf are collected separately as applicable.

Yes. Once your service is initiated, MeraTM keeps you updated at every key milestone via email and phone communication. You can also reach out to our support team at any time with your order details to get the latest status update. We believe in complete transparency throughout the service delivery process.