Social Studies Foundation Trademark (Class 45) — Refused Status & Details
Source: Indian Trademark Registry (ipindia.gov.in) · IP India record as of 10/07/2026 · Last updated 10 Jul 2026
Trademark Fact Sheet
Goods & Services
Personal and social services rendered by others to meet the needs of individuals
Owner
- Name
- SOCIAL STUDIES FOUNDATION Body Incorporate3 trademarks filed under this owner
- Address
- 1196, *****, Maharashtra-411030
- *********ire(at)gmail.com
- State
- Maharashtra
- MCA company
- Social Studies FoundationActiveCIN U80903PN2019NPL182638 · Incorporated 2019
Other trademarks by this owner
2 other marks filed under SOCIAL STUDIES FOUNDATION Body Incorporate. Live marks link to their full details.
| Wordmark | App No. | Class | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNHEARD VOICES TM #5902469 · Filed 21/04/2023 | 5902469 | Class 45 | Registered |
| SSF - Social Studies Foundation TM #5902468 · Filed 21/04/2023 | 5902468 | Class 45 | Registered |
Application Timeline
Uploaded Documents
4 documents filed with the Trade Marks Registry for this application.
| # | Document | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | TM-A(TRADE MARKS APPLICATION) | 21 Apr 2023 |
| 2 | Reply to Exam Report (MIS-R) | 13 Nov 2023 |
| 3 | Authorization Letter | 22 Oct 2024 |
| 4 | Documents in support of Show cause Hearing (SCH) | 22 Oct 2024 |
Correspondence and Notices
7 notices issued by the Registry on this application.
| # | Subject | Corres. No. | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EXAMINATION REPORT | 16292681 | 18 Oct 2023 |
| 2 | Hearing Notice (Show Cause) | 18875878 | 19 Sep 2024 |
| 3 | Hearing Notice (Show Cause) | 19376781 | 24 Dec 2024 |
| 4 | Adjourned Notice | 19601605 | 29 Jan 2025 |
| 5 | Hearing Notice (Show Cause) | 19690827 | 12 Feb 2025 |
| 6 | Hearing Notice for Application No. 5902467 | 20166053 | 5 May 2025 |
| 7 | Tribunal Refused Notice for : 5902467 | 20398312 | 13 Jun 2025 |
Filing claims & diligence
- First use claim
- 06/03/2019
- Filing mode
- e-Filing
- Category
- TRADE MARK
What does this status mean?
Social Studies Foundation was refused registration in Class 45 after examination or a hearing. The decision can sometimes be appealed, or a fresh, amended application filed.
Frequently asked questions
The trademark Social Studies Foundation (Application No. 5902467) is owned by (1) SOCIAL STUDIES, as recorded in the Indian Trademark Registry. Trademark ownership in India is determined by the Trade Marks Act, 1999 and the Trade Marks Rules, 2017.
The current status of Social Studies Foundation is "Refused". It was filed on 21/04/2023 at MUMBAI in Class 45. Status may change over time as the application moves through examination, publication, opposition and registration stages.
Social Studies Foundation is filed in Class 45, covering: Personal and social services rendered by others to meet the needs of individuals.
Social Studies Foundation covers: Personal and social services rendered by others to meet the needs of individuals.
The exact word "Social Studies Foundation" is already on record at the Indian Trademark Registry under Application No. 5902467. If you intend to use a similar mark for similar goods or services, you should conduct a comprehensive availability search and consult a trademark attorney before filing. Registerkaro offers a free availability check followed by professional filing.
Indian registered trademarks are valid for 10 years from the date of registration and can be renewed indefinitely in 10-year blocks. Social Studies Foundation (App #5902467) is currently in status "Refused" — renewal dates apply only after registration is granted.
If Social Studies Foundation is in the "Advertised before Acceptance" or "Accepted & Advertised" stage, you have a 4-month window from publication in the Trade Marks Journal to file an opposition (Form TM-O) at the same Trade Marks Registry office. Grounds typically include prior rights, descriptiveness or bad faith. Registerkaro can prepare and file a Notice of Opposition for you.
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