Counterstatement in Trade Mark Opposition or Rectification Proceedings (Form TM-6) (India)
Updated 7 July 2026
This document is an official form used to respond to a trade mark opposition or rectification proceeding in India. It allows the applicant to list the grounds for their application and specify which allegations in the opposition notice they admit.
FORM TM-6
THE TRADE MARKS ACT, 1999
Agent's code No:
Proprietor's code No:
Fee: Rs. 1000/-
Form of Counterstatement
(Sections 21(2), 47, 57, 59(2), rules 49, 93,99,101)
(To be filed in triplicate)
In the matter of an opposition No...to application No...in class _____ for the registration of a trade mark.
I (or we)' ...the applicant(s) for registration of the above trade mark, hereby give notice that the following are the grounds on which I (or we) rely for my(or our) application:-
I (or we) admit the following allegations in the notice of opposition...
All communications in relation to these proceedings may be sent to the following address in India:...
Dated this ...day of...20...
2...
SIGNATURE NAME OF SIGNATORY IN LETTERS
To
The Registrar of Trade Marks
The Office of the Trade Marks Registry at 4...
State the full name and address as stated in the application for registration
Signature of the applicant or of his agent.
State the name of the place of the appropriate office of the Trade Marks Registry – (See rule 4).
About this template
What is this template?
Counterstatement in Trade Mark Opposition or Rectification Proceedings (Form TM-6) (India) is a free, ready-to-use IP template you can open, customize, and download on GitLaw. It gives you a professionally structured starting point, so you never have to draft from a blank page. The wording is plain and modern, organized into clear sections that are easy to read, edit, and adapt to your own situation before you share or sign it.
When should you use it?
Reach for this IP template whenever you need a reliable agreement quickly and want to be sure the essentials are covered. It suits individuals, freelancers, startups, and established businesses alike. Instead of paying for a document drafted from scratch, you can start here, tailor the details to your arrangement, and have a polished draft ready in minutes. This version is drafted with India in mind, though you should always review the final wording against the laws that apply to you.
What's typically included?
A well-drafted IP usually sets out the parties involved, the scope of the agreement, and each side's rights and responsibilities. Expect sections covering key terms and definitions, how long the agreement lasts, how it can be ended, and what happens if something goes wrong. This template brings those building blocks together in a sensible order, so you can focus on the specifics rather than worrying about what to include. Open it to read the full document, then sign up to edit, negotiate, and e-sign it directly in GitLaw.