Trademark Class 28: Toys & sporting goods
In India, Class 28 of the NICE classification covers goods: Games, toys and playthings, video game apparatus, gymnastic and sporting articles, and Christmas tree decorations. If your brand sells or provides any of these, you most likely need to register your trademark in Class 28.
What Class 28 covers — examples
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Borderline goods and services can fall in a different class, so confirm the exact class(es) for your specification before filing.
Businesses in Class 28 often also file in
Many brands need more than one class. These are the most common companion classes for Class 28 — each adds a separate government fee.
Class 28 — frequently asked questions
What does trademark Class 28 cover?
Class 28 covers goods: Games, toys and playthings, video game apparatus, gymnastic and sporting articles, and Christmas tree decorations. Typical examples include toys, games, playthings, sporting goods, gym equipment, video game consoles, board games, sports articles.
Is Class 28 goods or services?
Class 28 is a goods class. Under the NICE classification, Classes 1–34 cover goods (physical products) and Classes 35–45 cover services.
How much does it cost to file a trademark in Class 28 in India?
The government fee is ₹4,500 per class for an individual, startup, or small enterprise (e-filing), and ₹9,000 per class for companies and other applicants. Each class you add to the application carries its own fee. Use the Trademark Fee Calculator to total it up.
Can I file in more than one class with Class 28?
Yes. A single brand can be protected across several classes in one multi-class application. Businesses filing in Class 28 often also file in Class 25 (clothing, footwear, headwear), Class 35 (advertising, business & retail).
Check your mark is free in Class 28
Before you file, run a live Indian Trade Marks Registry conflict check in Class 28 — and let Novipra docket every deadline that follows.