12Sep, 2025
Step-by-Step Guide to Filing a Trademark in Class 24 for Textile Startups

The textile industry in India is booming, with thousands of startups entering the market every year. From bed sheets and pillow covers to curtains, drapes, table covers, and furnishing fabrics, textile businesses are constantly innovating to meet the growing demand.

But with this growth comes stiff competition. If you are running a textile startup, one of the most important steps you can take is to protect your brand name, logo, or label through trademark registration. This ensures that no competitor can copy your identity or mislead customers.

For textile products, the right trademark category is Class 24. In this blog, we’ll cover everything you need to know about filing a trademark in Class 24, including a step-by-step guide, required documents, benefits, costs, and expert tips.

✅ What Is Trademark Class 24?

Trademark Class 24 covers:

  • Textiles and textile goods not included in other classes
  • Household linen
  • Bed and table covers

Examples of Products Under Class 24:

  • Bed sheets, pillow covers, blankets, quilts
  • Curtains, drapes, and furnishing fabrics
  • Table covers, table linen, napkins
  • Towels, face cloths, and bath linen
  • Fabric upholstery
  • Textile wall hangings
  • Fabric labels

If your startup deals in fabric and textile materials (not ready-made garments), then Class 24 is the correct category for filing your trademark.

✅ Why Filing a Trademark in Class 24 Matters for Textile Startups

As a startup, your brand identity is your biggest strength. Customers will recognize your products by your name, logo, or design. Filing under Class 24 ensures:

  1. Exclusive Rights – No one else can use your brand name/logo in the textile sector.
  2. Legal Protection – You can take action against copycats and infringers.
  3. Brand Trust – Customers prefer buying from authentic, registered brands.
  4. Market Value – A registered trademark increases your brand’s value, attracting investors.
  5. Global Opportunities – Registration makes it easier to expand into international markets.

✅ Step-by-Step Guide to Filing a Trademark in Class 24

Here’s a simplified, detailed guide for textile startups:

Step 1: Conduct a Trademark Search

Before applying, check if your brand name/logo is already registered.

  • Use the Indian Trademark Registry Search Tool.
  • Enter your proposed name/logo under Class 24.
  • Look for similar or identical marks.

👉 Example: If your startup’s brand name is “EcoWeave Textiles”, ensure no similar names like “EcoWave” exist.

Pro Tip: Always choose a unique and creative name. Avoid generic terms like “Best Fabric” or “Cotton Sheets,” as they are likely to be rejected.

Step 2: Choose a Distinctive Brand Name & Logo

Your trademark must stand out.

  • Pick a memorable, creative name (e.g., “GreenLoom” or “WeaveNest”).
  • Design a professional logo that reflects your textile startup’s identity.
  • Make sure your logo isn’t copied from existing brands.

Step 3: Decide Who Will Own the Trademark

The owner could be:

  • Individual/Founder – if you’re a sole proprietor.
  • Startup/Company/LLP – if you have a registered business.

👉 Startups recognized under the Startup India Scheme and MSMEs get reduced filing fees.

Step 4: Prepare the Required Documents

Here’s what you need:

  • Applicant’s Identity Proof – Aadhar, PAN, Passport, or Driving License.
  • Address Proof – Utility bill, Passport, or Driving License.
  • Logo/Wordmark in JPEG format.
  • Partnership Deed / Incorporation Certificate (if company/LLP).
  • MSME or Startup Certificate (to claim government fee discount).
  • Power of Attorney (Form TM-48) if applying through an agent or attorney.

Step 5: File the Application (Form TM-A)

The trademark application can be filed online at the official trademark portal or physically at trademark offices.

Details you’ll provide in the application:

  • Applicant’s details (individual/company/startup).
  • Trademark name/logo.
  • Trademark class (24).
  • Description of goods (bed sheets, pillow covers, curtains, table linen, etc.).

👉 Government Filing Fee:

  • ₹4,500 (individual/startup/MSME).
  • ₹9,000 (for companies/LLPs/other entities).

Step 6: Examination by Trademark Office

  • A trademark examiner reviews your application.
  • They check if your mark conflicts with existing ones.
  • If no issues, it moves forward.
  • If objections are raised, you’ll need to file a reply with strong legal arguments.

Step 7: Publication in Trademark Journal

  • If accepted, your mark is published in the Trademark Journal.
  • Open for 4 months for any opposition.
  • If no one objects, your trademark moves to the next stage.

Step 8: Trademark Registration Certificate

  • After clearance, you receive your Trademark Registration Certificate.
  • You can now use the ® symbol with your textile startup’s brand.

✅ Costs & Timelines for Class 24 Trademark

  • Application Filing: 1–2 days
  • Examination: 3–6 months
  • Publication: 4 months
  • Registration: 6–12 months (if no opposition)

Total Cost:

  • ₹4,500–₹9,000 (government fee)
  • Plus professional/attorney fee (₹3,000–₹8,000 depending on service).

✅ Common Mistakes Textile Startups Make in Class 24

  1. Choosing generic names like “Best Fabric” → leads to rejection.
  2. Filing under the wrong class (e.g., Class 25 for clothing instead of Class 24 for fabrics).
  3. Not listing all products (missing table linen, upholstery, or curtains).
  4. Skipping the trademark search → leads to objections later.
  5. Not replying to examination reports on time.
  6. Copying competitor logos or brand elements.

✅ Benefits of Registering a Trademark for Textile Startups

  • ✅ Protects your brand identity from misuse.
  • ✅ Builds trust and credibility among customers.
  • ✅ Increases chances of investor funding.
  • ✅ Safeguards against counterfeiters and copycats.
  • ✅ Helps in franchising and licensing opportunities.
  • ✅ Allows global expansion with international filing.

✅ Case Example: Why Startups Can’t Ignore Class 24

Let’s say you launch a startup called “PureLoom Fabrics” selling eco-friendly bed sheets and curtains.

  • Without a trademark, another seller could launch “PureLume Textiles.”
  • Customers may get confused, and your sales will drop.
  • If you’re trademarked under Class 24, you can legally stop them from using a similar name.

This shows why startups must register early before competitors copy them.

✅ Pro Tips for Textile Startups Filing Under Class 24

  • ✔️ File both wordmark and logo for stronger protection.
  • ✔️ Use unique, creative names instead of generic terms.
  • ✔️ Mention all relevant textile products in the application.
  • ✔️ Claim MSME/Startup benefits to save costs.
  • ✔️ File as early as possible to secure your place in the market.
  • ✔️ Consult a professional to avoid legal hurdles.

✅ Conclusion

For textile startups in India, protecting your brand is as important as manufacturing quality fabrics. Trademark Class 24 is the right category for all fabric-related goods such as bed sheets, curtains, upholstery, towels, and table covers.

By following the step-by-step filing process, you can secure your brand identity, build customer trust, and scale your startup confidently in a competitive market.

A registered trademark is not just a legal formality—it’s a powerful business asset that adds value, credibility, and long-term security to your textile startup.

🏢 About VMK Professionals

At VMK Professionals, we specialize in trademark registration, copyright, design registration, GST, tax & audit, company incorporation, and business consultancy services.

If you are launching a textile startup, our expert team can help you:

  • Conduct a Class 24 trademark search
  • File your application correctly
  • Handle objections and oppositions
  • Secure long-term protection for your brand

👉 Contact VMK Professionals today and take the first step to legally protect your textile startup with Trademark Class 24 registration.