Trademark Class 42: Technology, software and scientific services
In short: Class 42 is a services class in the Nice Classification used in India. It covers scientific, technological, engineering and design services, such as software development, SaaS and cloud, IT consulting and cybersecurity, research and testing, architecture and interior design. Filing costs ₹4,500 in government fees for individuals, startups and small enterprises.
Reviewed by Sagar Ruparelia, Founder & Head, Ofin Legal.Updated
Official Class 42 heading
Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; industrial analysis, industrial research and industrial design services; quality control and authentication services; design and development of computer hardware and software.
What Class 42 includes
- Software development
- SaaS (software as a service)
- Cloud computing
- Website design and development
- Web hosting
- App development
- AI as a service
- IT consulting
- Cybersecurity and data encryption
- Data storage
- Graphic design
- Architecture
- Interior design
- Engineering services
- Scientific research and lab testing
Not in Class 42
These are often filed in Class 42 by mistake. They belong in another class:
| Goods or services | Correct class |
|---|---|
| Installation and repair of computer hardware | Class 37: Construction, installation and repair |
| Business and market research | Class 35: Advertising, business and retail services |
| Landscape design | Class 44: Medical, beauty and agricultural services |
| Medical services | Class 44: Medical, beauty and agricultural services |
| Legal services | Class 45: Legal, security and personal services |
Businesses that file in Class 42
| Business | Classes they usually file |
|---|---|
| Interior design firm | Class 42, Class 37 |
| Architecture firm | Class 42 |
| IT services / software / SaaS | Class 42, Class 9 |
| Mobile app | Class 9, Class 42 |
| E-commerce marketplace | Class 35, Class 9, Class 42 |
| Fintech / payments | Class 36, Class 9, Class 42 |
| Digital marketing / advertising agency | Class 35, Class 42 |
| Pharmaceutical companyClass 42 if relevant | Class 5 |
| Furniture & mattressesClass 42 if relevant | Class 20 |
| Solar energy companyClass 42 if relevant | Class 9, Class 37 |
| Construction company / contractorClass 42 if relevant | Class 37 |
| Online education / coachingClass 42 if relevant | Class 41, Class 9 |
| Diagnostics labClass 42 if relevant | Class 44 |
| Business / management consultingClass 42 if relevant | Class 35 |
Fee to register a trademark in Class 42
| Applicant | Government fee (online) |
|---|---|
| Individual, startup or small enterprise | ₹4,500 |
| All other applicants | ₹9,000 |
Official Form TM-A fee per class. Source: IP India, Forms & Official Fees.
Class 42: frequently asked questions
What is covered under trademark Class 42?
Class 42 is a services class. It covers scientific, technological, engineering and design services, such as software development, SaaS and cloud, IT consulting and cybersecurity, research and testing, architecture and interior design. Examples include software development, SaaS (software as a service), cloud computing, website design and development, web hosting.
What is not included in Class 42?
Installation and repair of computer hardware: Class 37. Business and market research: Class 35. Landscape design: Class 44. Medical services: Class 44. Check every product or service you offer, because each must be filed in the class it belongs to.
What is the fee to register a trademark in Class 42?
The government fee is ₹4,500 per class when filed online by an individual, startup or small enterprise, and ₹9,000 for other applicants. Ofin’s trademark registration starts at ₹6,999 inclusive of GST for one class, with the government fee included.
Which businesses register in Class 42?
Interior design firm, Architecture firm, IT services / software / SaaS, Mobile app, E-commerce marketplace and others usually file in Class 42. Interior design is Class 42, and on-site execution such as carpentry or painting is Class 37.
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