Identify the Right Trademark Class (1–45) for Your Products or Services - Instantly
Search any term, browse every matching class under India's Nice Classification (Classes 1–45), select the items relevant to your business, and build your filing-ready classification list in one place.
How to Use the Trademark Class Search Tool
Using the tool takes under two minutes. Here's how it works:
Enter your search term
Type the name of your product or service; for example, "software", "clothing", "consulting", or "coffee". You can search in plain language; the tool matches across all goods and service descriptions in the Nice Classification database.
Choose your class filter (optional)
Use the class filter dropdown to narrow your search to a specific Nice Class (e.g., Class 42 for technology services), or keep it set to All Classes to see every class where your term appears.
Review your results
The tool displays the most relevant class first, followed by all other classes containing your search term. Each result shows the class number, and the specific goods or service description that matched.
Select the items you need
Use the selection checkbox next to each item to pick the descriptions that apply to your business. You can scroll through results and select across multiple classes.
Review your classification summary
Your selected items are compiled automatically in a separate summary panel, grouped by class. This is your working specification, the basis for your trademark application.
File or consult an expert
When your selection is complete, proceed to file your trademark application directly or consult an Intepat trademark expert to review your specification before submission.
If your business covers both products and services; for instance, you manufacture software products (Class 9) and also offer software development as a service (Class 42) search for each separately and select items from both classes. Trademark protection in India is class-specific; one class does not automatically cover the other.
What Makes This Tool Different
Most trademark classification search tools show you a list of results and leave the rest to you. This tool is built differently - it is designed to take you from search to a filing-ready specification without switching tabs, downloading PDFs, or manually copying class descriptions.
| Feature | Intepat Classification Tool | IP India / TMclass / Others |
|---|---|---|
| Search across all 45 classes simultaneously | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Filter search by specific class number | ✓ Yes — built-in filter | ✓ Yes |
| Displays most relevant class first | ✓ Relevance-ranked results | ✗ Alphabetical / list only |
| Scroll through all matching descriptions | ✓ Scrollable result panel | ✗ Paginated / truncated |
| Select individual descriptions for your filing | ✓ Checkbox selection | ✗ Copy-paste manually |
| Builds your specification summary in real time | ✓ Live selection panel | ✗ Not available |
| Results based on CGPDTM-accepted terminology | ✓ India-specific | Partial — global Nice only |
| No login or account required | ✓ Fully open | Varies |
Built for India's Trademark Registry
The search database underlying this tool is aligned with the Nice Classification as adopted and practised by India's trademark authority, the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM). This matters because not every goods or service description accepted globally under the Nice Classification is accepted uniformly in India. The results you see here reflect the descriptions and class allocations most relevant to filing in India.
Who Should Use This Tool
This tool is designed for anyone involved in the trademark registration process in India — whether you are starting from scratch or verifying a classification before filing.
Business Owners & Startups
Identify which class your product or service falls under before consulting a trademark agent or filing independently.
IP Attorneys & Agents
Quickly build and verify a client's goods and services specification. Cross-check descriptions across multiple classes in a single session.
Legal & Research Professionals
Verify classification scope for enforcement, opposition, or licensing matters. Explore how a term maps across all 45 classes at once.
An Important Note on Trademark Classification
This tool is a powerful starting point, not a substitute for professional advice. The Nice Classification database provides the framework, but the final determination of which goods and services descriptions will be accepted in your trademark application rests with the Indian Trademark Registry (CGPDTM). Classification errors or selecting an incorrect class, using an unacceptable goods description, or missing a relevant class entirely are among the most common reasons for trademark objections in India.
Use this tool to:
- ✓Get an accurate, searchable view of all 45 classes and their descriptions
- ✓Identify which class or classes are likely relevant to your business
- ✓Build a working specification to share with your trademark attorney
- ✓Prepare for a trademark consultation with a clearer understanding of your classification
Before you file, verify that:
- Your selected descriptions are accepted by CGPDTM for the class chosen
- You have not missed a class that covers part of your business
- Your specification is neither so broad that it attracts objections, nor so narrow that it leaves your brand unprotected
Ready to Register Your Trademark in India?
Once you've identified the right class or classes for your brand, the next step is protecting it. Intepat's trademark team handles end-to-end registration — from classification review and filing to examination, response, and registration certificate.
Quick Reference: Commonly Searched Trademark Classes in India
Not sure where to start your search? Here are some of the most frequently looked-up trademark classes and the types of businesses that typically file under them. Use these as a starting point, then enter your specific term in the search tool above for a complete match.
| Class | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Class 9 | Technology & Electronics | Mobile apps, computer software (downloadable), electronic devices, semiconductors, scientific instruments |
| Class 25 | Clothing & Fashion | Garments, footwear, headwear, fashion accessories worn on the body |
| Class 35 | Business Services | Retail services, advertising, business management, market research, import/export agencies |
| Class 41 | Education & Entertainment | Online courses, training services, publishing, entertainment events, sports activities |
| Class 42 | Technology Services | Software as a Service (SaaS), IT consulting, web development, cloud computing, AI services |
| Class 43 | Food & Accommodation Services | Restaurants, cafés, hotels, catering, temporary accommodation |
| Class 5 | Pharmaceuticals | Medicines, dietary supplements, sanitary preparations, medical cannabis (where applicable) |
| Class 30 | Food & Beverages (Processed) | Coffee, tea, cereals, bread, confectionery, sauces, spices |
| Class 36 | Financial & Insurance Services | Banking, investment, insurance, real estate, fintech services |
| Class 44 | Medical & Health Services | Medical care, veterinary services, beauty salons, agriculture, gardening |
For a complete breakdown of all 45 trademark classes — including their full descriptions, class headings, and guidance on correct interpretation refer to our in-depth guide: India Trademark Classification: Complete Guide to All 45 Classes. The guide and this tool are designed to work together, read the guide to understand the framework, use this tool to build your filing specification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about trademark classification in India and how to use this tool.