Trademark Class 27: Carpets, Rugs & Floor Coverings
Class 27 covers carpets, rugs, mats, linoleum and other materials for covering existing floors, plus non-textile wall hangings and wallpaper. Fixed flooring like tiles is a building material and belongs to Class 19.
What Class 27 covers
India follows the NICE Classification (11th edition) — 45 classes in total, 34 for goods and 11 for services. Class 27 sits in the goods group. Your trademark is only protected for the goods or services listed in the class you file, which is why picking Class 27 correctly matters more than the logo itself.
- Carpets, rugs and durries
- Door mats and floor mats
- Vinyl, linoleum and artificial turf
- Wallpaper and wall coverings (non-textile)
- Yoga and exercise mats
- Gymnasium and modular flooring
What Class 27 does NOT cover
| Frequently confused item | Correct class |
|---|---|
| Floor tiles and stone flooring | Class 19 |
| Textile wall hangings | Class 24 |
| Flooring installation | Class 37 |
| Bath towels | Class 24 |
Examples of goods/services in Class 27
Who files in Class 27
- Carpet manufacturers and exporters
- Mat brands
- Wallpaper companies
- Artificial-turf suppliers
- Fitness-accessory brands
Class 27 government fees
| Applicant type | e-Filing fee | Physical filing | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual / Sole Proprietor | ₹4,500 per class | ₹5,000 per class | e-filing is cheaper — always file online |
| Startup (DPIIT recognised) | ₹4,500 per class | ₹5,000 per class | DPIIT certificate must be attached |
| MSME (Udyam registered) | ₹4,500 per class | ₹5,000 per class | Udyam certificate must be attached |
| Company / LLP / Partnership (non-MSME) | ₹9,000 per class | ₹10,000 per class | Register under Udyam first and save 50% |
Taxpex professional fee for a Class 27 filing starts at ₹1,999 and includes a clearance search, TM-48 drafting, filing and objection tracking until registration.
Class 27 filing timeline
| Stage | Typical time | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| Search & class confirmation | Same day | We run a Class 27 search on the IP India database |
| Filing (TM-A) | 24-48 hours | Application number issued — ™ can be used immediately |
| Examination report | 3-8 months | Registry raises objections under Section 9/11 if any |
| Objection reply / hearing | 1-4 months | We draft and file the reply, appear at hearings |
| Journal publication | 2-4 months | 4-month opposition window opens |
| Registration certificate | 8-18 months total | ® symbol can be used, valid 10 years |
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- 15 September 2026Reviewed rates, forms and portal workflow for Trademark Class 27. Verified against latest CBIC/CBDT notifications.
- 10 January 2026Refreshed FAQ set, added new penalty examples and jurisdiction notes.
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