Trademark Class 42: Scientific and Technological Services
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Trademark Class 42
Trademark Class 42 covers services related to science, technology, software development, engineering, and research. This class is essential for IT companies, software developers, scientific researchers, product innovators, and consultancies that provide technological solutions.
Trademark registration for services such as software design, technology consultancy, scientific research, product development, and engineering services must be done under Trademark Class 42. Businesses involved in innovation, technological advancement, and applied scientific expertise should register under this class to ensure proper trademark protection.
Class 42 plays a key role in protecting brands at the forefront of technology and research.
This Class includes, in particular:
- Software development and maintenance services
- Engineering and architectural services
- Scientific and industrial research
- Computer programming and IT consultancy
- Web development and software as a service (SaaS) platforms
- Testing, authentication, and quality control
- Cloud computing and cybersecurity services
- Environmental testing and laboratory services
- Design and development of computer hardware and systems
- Technological analysis and advisory services
This Class does not include, in particular:
- Business research, auditing, and file management (Class 35)
- Financial research and evaluation (Class 36)
- Mining, drilling, and hardware repair (Class 37)
- Sound engineering (Class 41)
- Landscape design and medical services (Class 44)
- Legal and genealogical research (Class 45)
Who Should Register Under Trademark Class 42?
You should register under Class 42 if your services involve:
- Software development, SaaS platforms, and mobile apps
- Web design, hosting, and digital infrastructure services
- Cybersecurity, data encryption, and blockchain services
- Artificial Intelligence and machine learning development
- Scientific or technological research and analysis
- Industrial design and product testing
- Engineering services for construction or machinery
- Cloud computing and IT architecture
- Environmental or quality testing laboratories
- Technology consultancy and compliance audits
One of the leading Indian brands registered under Trademark Class 42 is Tata Consultancy Services (TCS). This IT giant holds its trademark in Class 42 for software development, cloud computing, IT consulting, and computer system design services—ensuring exclusive rights over its brand in the technology and innovation sector.
List Of Services Classified Under Trademark Class 42
| 1 | Acoustic Measuring Services |
| 2 | Analysis For Oil-Field Exploitation |
| 3 | Archaeological Excavation |
| 4 | Architectural Consultancy |
| 5 | Architectural Services |
| 6 | Artificial Intelligence Consultancy |
| 7 | Authenticating Works Of Art |
| 8 | Bacteriological Research |
| 9 | Biological Research |
| 10 | Blockchain As A Service [Baas] |
| 11 | Business Card Design |
| 12 | Calibration [Measuring] |
| 13 | Cartographic Or Thermographic Measurement Services By Drone |
| 14 | Cartography Services |
| 15 | Chemical Analysis |
| 16 | Chemical Research |
| 17 | Chemistry Services |
| 18 | Clinical Trials |
| 19 | Cloud Seeding |
| 20 | Computer Graphic Design For Video Projection Mapping |
| 21 | Computer Programming |
| 22 | Computer Programming Of Smart Contracts On A Blockchain |
| 23 | Computer Programming Services For Data Processing |
| 24 | Computer Rental |
| 25 | Computer Security Consultancy |
| 26 | Computer Software Consultancy |
| 27 | Computer Software Design |
| 28 | Computer System Analysis |
| 29 | Computer System Design |
| 30 | Computer Technology Consultancy |
| 31 | Computer Virus Protection Services |
| 32 | Conducting Technical Project Studies |
| 33 | Construction Drafting |
| 34 | Consultancy In The Design And Development Of Computer Hardware |
| 35 | Consultancy In The Field Of Energy-Saving |
| 36 | Conversion Of Computer Programs And Data, Other Than Physical Conversion |
| 37 | Conversion Of Data Or Documents From Physical To Electronic Media |
| 38 | Cosmetic Research |
| 39 | Creating And Designing Website-Based Indexes Of Information For Others [Information Technology Services] |
| 40 | Creating And Maintaining Websites For Others |
| 41 | Culturing Of Cells For Scientific Research Purposes |
| 42 | Data Encryption Services |
| 43 | Data Security Consultancy |
| 44 | Design Of Chips [Integrated Circuits] |
| 45 | Design Of Computer-Simulated Models |
| 46 | Design Of Costumes |
| 47 | Design Of Interior Decor |
| 48 | Design Of Prototypes |
| 49 | Design Of Show Scenery |
| 50 | Development Of Computer Platforms |
| 51 | Development Of Video And Computer Games |
| 52 | Digital Forensic Investigations In The Field Of Computer Crimes |
| 53 | Digitization Of Documents [Scanning] |
| 54 | Digitization Of Photographs [Scanning] |
| 55 | Dress Designing |
| 56 | Drug Screening For Forensic Purposes |
| 57 | Duplication Of Computer Programs |
| 58 | Electronic Data Storage |
| 59 | Electronic Monitoring Of Credit Card Activity To Detect Fraud Via The Internet |
| 60 | Electronic Monitoring Of Personally Identifying Information To Detect Identity Theft Via The Internet |
| 61 | Electronic Storage Of Cryptocurrency |
| 62 | Energy Auditing |
| 63 | Energy Performance Testing Of Buildings |
| 64 | Engineering* |
| 65 | Exploration Services In The Field Of The Oil, Gas And Mining Industries |
| 66 | Forensic Pathological Examination Services |
| 67 | Geological Prospecting |
| 68 | Geological Research |
| 69 | Geological Surveys |
| 70 | Geological Test Drilling |
| 71 | Geotechnical Investigations |
| 72 | Golf Course Design |
| 73 | Graphic Arts Design |
| 74 | Graphic Design Of Promotional Materials |
| 75 | Handwriting Analysis [Graphology] |
| 76 | Hosting Computer Websites |
| 77 | Hosting Software Platforms For Virtual Reality-Based Work Collaboration |
| 78 | Hosting Virtual Environments |
| 79 | Industrial Design |
| 80 | Information Technology [It] Support Services [Troubleshooting Of Software] |
| 81 | Inspection Services For New And Used Vehicles Before Sale |
| 82 | Installation Of Computer Software |
| 83 | Interior Design |
| 84 | Internet Security Consultancy |
| 85 | Laboratory Services For Biomanufacturing |
| 86 | Land Surveying |
| 87 | Logo Design Services |
| 88 | Maintenance Of Computer Software |
| 89 | Material Testing |
| 90 | Mechanical Research |
| 91 | Medical Research |
| 92 | Meteorological Information |
| 93 | Mining Of Cryptocurrency / Cryptomining |
| 94 | Monitoring Of Computer System Operation By Remote Access |
| 95 | Monitoring Of Computer Systems For Detecting Unauthorized Access Or Data Breach |
| 96 | Monitoring Of Computer Systems To Detect Breakdowns |
| 97 | Neuromorphic Engineering |
| 98 | Off-Site Data Backup |
| 99 | Oil Prospecting |
| 100 | Oil-Field Surveys |
| 101 | Oil-Well Testing |
| 102 | Packaging Design |
| 103 | Paternity Testing |
| 104 | Pathological Testing For Forensic Purposes |
| 105 | Platform As A Service [Paas] |
| 106 | Providing Geographic Information |
| 107 | Providing Information Relating To Computer Technology And Programming Via A Website |
| 108 | Providing Online Geographic Maps, Not Downloadable |
| 109 | Providing Online Non-Downloadable Computer Software |
| 110 | Providing Online Non-Downloadable Computer Software For Minting Non-Fungible Tokens [Nfts] |
| 111 | Providing Scientific Information, Advice And Consultancy Relating To Carbon Offsetting |
| 112 | Providing Scientific Information, Advice And Consultancy Relating To Net Zero Emissions |
| 113 | Providing Search Engines For The Internet |
| 114 | Providing Virtual Computer Systems Through Cloud Computing |
| 115 | Quality Control |
| 116 | Quality Evaluation Of Standing Timber |
| 117 | Quality Evaluation Of Wool |
| 118 | Quantum Computing |
| 119 | Recovery Of Computer Data |
| 120 | Rental Of Computer Software |
| 121 | Rental Of Data Centre Facilities / Rental Of Data Center Facilities |
| 122 | Rental Of Meters For The Recording Of Energy Consumption |
| 123 | Rental Of Scientific Microscopes |
| 124 | Rental Of Smartglasses |
| 125 | Rental Of Telescopes |
| 126 | Rental Of User-Programmable Humanoid Robots, Not Configured |
| 127 | Rental Of Web Servers |
| 128 | Research And Development Of New Products For Others |
| 129 | Research In The Field Of Artificial Intelligence Technology |
| 130 | Research In The Field Of Building Construction |
| 131 | Research In The Field Of Excavation |
| 132 | Research In The Field Of Physics |
| 133 | Research In The Field Of Telecommunications Technology |
| 134 | Research In The Field Of Welding |
| 135 | Scientific And Technological Research In The Field Of Natural Disasters |
| 136 | Scientific And Technological Research Relating To Patent Mapping |
| 137 | Scientific Laboratory Services |
| 138 | Scientific Research |
| 139 | Scientific Research In The Field Of Environmental Protection |
| 140 | Scientific Research In The Field Of Genetics |
| 141 | Server Hosting |
| 142 | Software As A Service [Saas] |
| 143 | Software Development In The Framework Of Software Publishing |
| 144 | Software Engineering Services For Data Processing |
| 145 | Styling [Industrial Design] |
| 146 | Surveying [Engineering] |
| 147 | Technical Writing |
| 148 | Technological Consultancy |
| 149 | Technological Consultancy Services For Digital Transformation |
| 150 | Technological Research |
| 151 | Telecommunication Network Security Consultancy |
| 152 | Telecommunications Technology Consultancy |
| 153 | Testing And Analysis Of Goods Being Imported Or Exported For Quarantine Clearance Purposes |
| 154 | Textile Testing |
| 155 | Underwater Exploration |
| 156 | Unlocking Of Mobile Telephones / Unlocking Of Cell Phones |
| 157 | Updating Of Computer Software |
| 158 | Urban Planning |
| 159 | User Authentication Services Using Blockchain Technology |
| 160 | User Authentication Services Using Single Sign-On Technology For Online Software Applications |
| 161 | User Authentication Services Using Technology For E-Commerce Transactions |
| 162 | Vehicle Roadworthiness Testing |
| 163 | Water Analysis |
| 164 | Weather Forecasting |
| 165 | Website Design Consultancy |
| 166 | Writing Of Computer Code |
| 167 | Transfer Of Business Knowledge And Know-How [Training] |
| 168 | Translation |
| 169 | Tutoring |
| 170 | Video Editing Services For Events |
| 171 | Video Imaging Services By Drone |
| 172 | Videotape Editing |
| 173 | Videotaping |
| 174 | Vocational Guidance [Education Or Training Advice] |
| 175 | Vocational Retraining |
| 176 | Writing Of Texts* |
| 177 | Zoological Garden Services |
Why Choose Vakilsearch for Trademark Registration under Class 42?
Trademark Class 42 covers services related to scientific and technological services, research, design, software development, and IT consulting. If your business operates in technology, innovation, or software solutions, registering your trademark under Class 42 is essential to protect your brand identity and maintain a competitive edge in this rapidly evolving sector.
Vakilsearch offers specialised trademark registration services tailored for businesses in Class 42. Our experienced trademark registration guide you through the entire process from conducting a comprehensive trademark registration and filing your application promptly to managing examinations, hearings, and obtaining your registration certificate.
With a smooth online process, fast-track filing within 6 hours, and expert support for objections, renewals, and assignments, Vakilsearch ensures your technology and innovation brand is protected with precision and professionalism.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trademark Class 42 is used to register services related to science, technology, software development, and industrial research. It covers IT services, R&D, engineering design, cloud computing, and more—protecting the brand identity of businesses engaged in technical or scientific solutions.
Yes, software development, programming, testing, maintenance, and SaaS platforms all fall under Class 42. This class is crucial for IT companies seeking exclusive rights over their digital services or platforms.
By registering under Class 42, tech brands gain legal protection over their services. It prevents others from copying, misusing, or offering confusingly similar services in the fields of technology or software.
Yes, services related to cybersecurity, encryption, data protection, and digital risk management are protected under Class 42. It also includes services that involve testing and analysis of IT systems.
Absolutely. Services involving Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), predictive analytics, and smart technology development fall within the scope of Class 42, making it the right class for such innovations.
Yes, web hosting, cloud storage, server management, and infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS) offerings are all part of Class 42. These services are considered technological in nature and are protected accordingly.
Class 42 does not cover business consultancy, marketing, or legal services. Similarly, hardware installation and physical repair services fall under Class 37, even if related to tech equipment.
A trademark under Class 42 is valid for 10 years from the date of application. It can be renewed indefinitely every 10 years with the appropriate renewal process and fee payment.
Yes. Startups developing digital tools, apps, or SaaS platforms should register their branding under Class 42 to prevent misuse and establish legal ownership of their software services early on.
IT companies, R&D institutions, web development agencies, data analytics firms, engineering consultancies, and biotech startups often register under Class 42 to protect their service marks and maintain exclusive rights.
Yes, multi-class registration is common. For instance, a company that offers software (Class 42) and online retail services (Class 35) should register under both to ensure full protection of their offerings.
The standard form TM-A (previously TM-1) is used to apply for a trademark under Class 42 in India. This form allows for both single and multi-class applications and is filed with the Trademark Registry.
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