Proof of Death and Succession

• Death certificate of the original trademark owner issued by a competent authority.
  
• A succession certificate, legal heirship certificate, or probate of will as applicable under succession law.
  
• These documents establish the lawful transfer of rights to the legal heir.
  
• In case of multiple heirs, a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from other heirs may be required.
  

Ownership and Trademark Details

• A copy of the trademark registration certificate or application number of the trademark.
  
• Details of the trademark such as the class, description, and status.
  
• Original application documents may also be required for cross-verification by the Registrar.
  

Identity and Address Proof

• PAN card, Aadhaar card, or passport of the legal heir to establish identity.
  
• Recent utility bill or government-issued address proof confirming the heir’s residence.
  
• These documents are used to authenticate the individual claiming the proprietary rights.
  

Form and Authorization Documents

• Form TM-P for requesting the change of ownership due to transmission.
  
• Form TM-48, a Power of Attorney, if the legal heir is acting through a trademark agent or attorney.
  
• The forms must be correctly filled, signed, and submitted along with applicable fees.
  

Additional Supporting Documents

• A self-declaration or affidavit affirming the relationship with the deceased proprietor.
  
• A letter of request explaining the reason for change of ownership and listing all attached documents.
  
• Any court orders or settlement agreements in case of disputes among heirs or multiple claimants.