Ludhiana's auto parts, spare parts, forging and machine tool clusters supply OEMs and the aftermarket across India and abroad. Protect your brand name and packaging from copycats with a registered trademark — filed by IP India authorised agents.
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Industrial clusters like Focal Point, Industrial Area A & B, Gill Road, and Tajpur Road in Ludhiana host thousands of manufacturers of auto parts, spare parts, bearings, fasteners, forgings and machine components. Brand names and packaging designs on these products are frequently copied — counterfeit parts sold under look-alike branding damage your reputation, create safety liability, and divert revenue to copycats.
A registered trademark gives you the legal right to act against counterfeiters, builds credibility with OEM buyers and export customers, and is often required before you can register on B2B marketplaces like IndiaMART, TradeIndia, or Amazon Business.
Filing in the correct class is critical — protection only applies to the class(es) you register under. Most auto parts manufacturers need a combination of these classes.
The primary class for auto parts, spare parts, and vehicle accessories — covers components like brakes, clutches, suspension parts, body panels, and bicycle/two-wheeler parts.
Covers engines, engine parts, machine tools, and industrial components — relevant for manufacturers of CNC parts, forgings, castings, and engine/transmission components.
Covers nuts, bolts, fasteners, and common metal hardware — important for hardware, fastener, and forging units supplying the auto ancillary sector.
Covers trading, distribution, and retail/wholesale of auto components and accessories — essential if you sell through dealer networks, distributors, or online marketplaces.
Not sure which class applies to your product range? See all 45 Nice Classes, run a free trademark search, or ask our experts on WhatsApp.

Before filing, we do a thorough check to see if your brand name, logo, or slogan is already taken or too similar to an existing one.

Once everything is set, we file the TM-A trademark application online.

If your trademark includes a logo, the registry uses something called Vienna Codification to classify it.

Next, the Trademark Office reviews your application.
👨⚖️ If everything looks good, it moves to the next step
❗ If there's an objection, don't worry — we'll respond with clarification or attend hearings for you

If accepted, your application is published in the Trademark Journal.

Once the process is complete — congratulations!
🎉 You get your Registration Certificate
🔐 You can now legally use the ® symbol next to your brand name
🕒 Valid for 10 years, and you can renew it as needed
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Experienced trademark professionals dedicated to protecting your brand with precision, speed, and personalised guidance at every step.

Mr. Anil Bassi
Trademark Attorney & Agent
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Mr. Ishan Bassi
Trademark Attorney
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Most auto parts and components manufacturers file in Class 12 (vehicles and vehicle parts/accessories) and Class 7 (machines, engines, and machine parts). If you also trade or distribute parts to dealers and the aftermarket, add Class 35 (wholesale and retail of auto components). Class 6 may be relevant if your products are primarily forged, cast, or machined metal hardware.
Yes. Even if you manufacture for OEMs on contract, your company name, product line names, and packaging marks used in the aftermarket and export markets need protection. A registered trademark also strengthens your position when negotiating supply agreements and prevents local competitors from copying your brand on look-alike packaging.
Very common. Ludhiana's auto parts, hand tools, and forging clusters (Focal Point, Industrial Area A & B, Gill Road, Tajpur Road) see frequent cases of look-alike packaging and copied brand names on bearings, filters, fasteners, and engine components. A registered trademark lets you file a police complaint, send a cease-and-desist notice, and take action under the Trade Marks Act against counterfeit sellers.
You can register your company name as a "house mark" and, separately, register individual product line names (e.g. a specific brand of clutch plates or filters) if you sell under multiple sub-brands. Many auto parts manufacturers in Punjab register both — the company name for credibility with OEMs and distributors, and product brand names for retail packaging.
An Indian trademark registration protects your brand only within India, but it is the foundation for international filing under the Madrid Protocol. Many Ludhiana-based auto parts exporters first register in India, then extend protection to key export markets once the brand is established — we can guide you on this when you're ready.
You can legally use the ™ symbol as soon as your application is filed and you receive your Trademark Application Number — typically the same day. The full registration certificate (allowing the ® symbol) follows after examination, which usually takes 8-18 months, though objections or oppositions can extend this.
Have questions about trademark registration for your auto parts, spare parts, or components business? Whether you're a manufacturer, exporter, or dealer, we'd love to help you protect your brand.
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