1. Drafting the agreement: The first step is to draft a trademark licensing agreement that outlines the terms and conditions of the licensing arrangement. The agreement should include details about the trademark, the licensee, the licensor, the duration of the agreement, and the scope of the license.
2. Execution of the agreement: Once the agreement is drafted, it needs to be signed by both the licensee and the licensor. The agreement can be executed either in the form of a notarized document or an e-stamp paper.
3. Registration with the Trademark Registry: After the agreement is executed, it needs to be registered with the Trademark Registry in India. The application for registration of the agreement should be filed in the prescribed format along with the prescribed fees.
4. Waiting for approval: The Trademark Registry will examine the agreement and check for compliance with the relevant laws and regulations. If everything is in order, the agreement will be approved and registered with the Trademark Registry.
5. Publication in the trademark journal: Once the agreement is registered, it will be published in the trademark journal. This is done to inform the public about the licensing arrangement and to prevent others from using the licensed trademark.
6. Issuance of certificate: After the agreement is registered and published in the trademark journal, a certificate of registration will be issued by the Trademark Registry. This certificate is proof of the licensing arrangement and can be used in case of any disputes.
It is important to note that registering a trademark licensing agreement is not mandatory in India. However, registering the agreement provides legal protection to both the licensor and the licensee and can be helpful in case of any disputes.