--- title: "Trademark Registration Services | Professional Trademark Registration Solutions" description: "Expert trademark registration services covering compliant, reliable, and high-quality solutions tailored to your needs. SAC Code 998396." canonical: "https://busy.in/sac-code-998396/" --- # Trademark Registration under SAC Code 998396 Part of [SAC 9983: Professional, technical & business services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9983/). Trademark Registration Services assist businesses in protecting and commercialising their brands. Clients look for this support when they want to secure trademark rights, structure franchise deals or manage brand licensing arrangements across regions. SAC 998396 is used when the main work relates to trademark, franchise, and brand licensing related professional services It is intended for professional assignments where the service provider brings specific skills, tools and experience to deliver well defined outputs. In practical terms, projects under this [**SAC code**](https://busy.in/sac-codes/) often touch areas like franchise consultancy services. Using SAC 998396 in these situations keeps the service description and GST classification close to the actual scope of work. ## 998396 SAC Code GST rate From a GST point of view, trademark registration services are also classified as supply of services. The taxable value includes professional fees for filing, documentation, liaison, advisory and other support provided as part of the assignment. After the September 2025 GST revision, these professional and business support services that do not fall in a special exempt category continue under the standard 18% slab. Registered businesses can usually claim [**input tax credit**](https://busy.in/gst/input-tax-credit/) when such services are used in relation to their taxable activities and proper documentation is maintained. **The table below sets out the current standard GST rate for SAC code 998396.** | SAC code | Description | New GST rate (from 22 Sep 2025) | Old GST rate (till 21 Sep 2025) | Notes | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 998396 | Trademarks and franchises | 18% with ITC | 18% with ITC | Advance rulings and SAC wise tools classify franchise fees and royalty for use of brand, trademark and similar rights under this SAC and confirm GST at 18%. Those legacy multiple slab entries only apply for sports event work, so the commercial rate stays 18%. | In day to day billing, firms that provide trademark registration services should apply 18% GST on the taxable value, mention SAC 998396 on tax invoices and follow the same code in GST records so that income from these assignments is easy to track. ## Practical classification guidance For the 9983 group, this code will normally apply when the primary work is clearly trademark registration services. Other codes in the heading should be selected if the engagement aligns more closely with their described activity. ## Conclusion This code is meant for trademark registration services where clients appoint specialists for focused support over a defined scope. The code is generally taxed at 18% under GST, and using it consistently with the correct rate in % helps both service providers and recipients keep billing, input tax credit and [**GST compliance**](https://busy.in/gst/gst-compliance-rating-an-introduction/) simple to explain. ## Frequently asked questions ### What does SAC code 998396 cover in GST? SAC 998396 covers consultancy and support services related to trademarks, franchises and brand licensing. It includes assistance with registration, renewal, franchise documentation, IP management and related advisory services for business brands. ### Does SAC 998396 include trademark registration, franchise and brand licensing consultancy? Yes, legal and business consultants helping clients file trademark applications, manage renewals, set up franchise systems and structure brand licensing agreements often use SAC 998396 when these activities are advisory or facilitation services. ### What GST rate applies to trademark and IP registration services under SAC 998396? Services under SAC 998396 are generally taxed at 18% GST. This rate covers consulting fees and service charges, while statutory government fees paid on behalf of clients may be treated as reimbursements depending on the contract terms. ### Should brand owners use SAC 998396 when paying consultants for filing and renewals? Yes, invoices raised by consultants or agents for trademark filing, franchise structuring or brand licensing advisory normally mention SAC 998396. If they also license their own IP, that licensing income may fall under other IP related SAC codes like 997339. ### Can companies claim ITC on GST paid for SAC 998396 services used for their business brands? Businesses can usually claim ITC on GST paid for trademark and franchise consultancy when it relates to their taxable operations, such as protecting or expanding business brands. ITC is not allowed if the underlying business is entirely exempt or the expense is for non business purposes. ## Explore more ### Other SAC services under 9983 - [998311: Management Consulting](https://busy.in/sac-code-998311/) - [998312: Business Consulting](https://busy.in/sac-code-998312/) - [998313: IT Consulting](https://busy.in/sac-code-998313/) - [998314: Software Development](https://busy.in/sac-code-998314/) - [998315: Web Hosting](https://busy.in/sac-code-998315/) - [998316: It Infrastructure Management](https://busy.in/sac-code-998316/) - [998319: IT](https://busy.in/sac-code-998319/) - [998321: Architecture Consulting](https://busy.in/sac-code-998321/) - [998322: Architectural](https://busy.in/sac-code-998322/) - [998323: Commercial Architecture](https://busy.in/sac-code-998323/) - [998324: Heritage Restoration](https://busy.in/sac-code-998324/) - [998325: Urban Planning](https://busy.in/sac-code-998325/) - [998326: Rural Land Planning](https://busy.in/sac-code-998326/) - [998327: Master Planning](https://busy.in/sac-code-998327/) - [998328: Landscape Architecture](https://busy.in/sac-code-998328/) - [998331: Engineering Consultancy](https://busy.in/sac-code-998331/) - [998332: Building Engineering](https://busy.in/sac-code-998332/) - [998333: Industrial Engineering Service](https://busy.in/sac-code-998333/) - [998334: Transport Engineering](https://busy.in/sac-code-998334/) - [998335: Energy Infrastructure Engineering](https://busy.in/sac-code-998335/) - [998336: Telecom Engineering](https://busy.in/sac-code-998336/) - [998337: Waste Management Engineering](https://busy.in/sac-code-998337/) - [998338: Specialized Engineering](https://busy.in/sac-code-998338/) - [998339: Project Management Consultancy Construction](https://busy.in/sac-code-998339/) - [998341: Geological Consulting](https://busy.in/sac-code-998341/) - [998342: Subsurface Surveying](https://busy.in/sac-code-998342/) - [998343: Mineral Exploration](https://busy.in/sac-code-998343/) - [998344: Surface Survey](https://busy.in/sac-code-998344/) - [998345: Weather Forecasting](https://busy.in/sac-code-998345/) - [998346: Technical Testing](https://busy.in/sac-code-998346/) - [998347: Safety Certification](https://busy.in/sac-code-998347/) - [998348: Art Authentication](https://busy.in/sac-code-998348/) - [998349: Technical Consultancy](https://busy.in/sac-code-998349/) - [998351: Pet Veterinary](https://busy.in/sac-code-998351/) - [998352: Livestock Veterinary](https://busy.in/sac-code-998352/) - [998359: Veterinary Consultancy](https://busy.in/sac-code-998359/) - [998361: Digital Advertising](https://busy.in/sac-code-998361/) - [998362: Advertising Space](https://busy.in/sac-code-998362/) - [998363: Print Media Advertising](https://busy.in/sac-code-998363/) - [998364: TV Advertising](https://busy.in/sac-code-998364/) - [998365: Internet Advertising](https://busy.in/sac-code-998365/) - [998366: Outdoor Advertising](https://busy.in/sac-code-998366/) - [998371: Market Research](https://busy.in/sac-code-998371/) - [998372: Public Opinion](https://busy.in/sac-code-998372/) - [998381: Portrait Photography](https://busy.in/sac-code-998381/) - [998382: Advertising Photography](https://busy.in/sac-code-998382/) - [998383: Event Photography](https://busy.in/sac-code-998383/) - [998384: Specialty Photography](https://busy.in/sac-code-998384/) - [998385: Photo Retouching](https://busy.in/sac-code-998385/) - [998386: Video Editing](https://busy.in/sac-code-998386/) - [998387: Photography](https://busy.in/sac-code-998387/) - [998391: Interior Design](https://busy.in/sac-code-998391/) - [998392: Graphic Design](https://busy.in/sac-code-998392/) - [998393: Technical Consulting](https://busy.in/sac-code-998393/) - [998394: Data Compilation](https://busy.in/sac-code-998394/) - [998395: Translation](https://busy.in/sac-code-998395/) - [998397: Brand Promotion](https://busy.in/sac-code-998397/) - [998399: Professional](https://busy.in/sac-code-998399/) ### All SAC headings - [99: All Services Accounting](https://busy.in/sac-code-99/) - [9954: Services in building & construction](https://busy.in/sac-code-9954/) - [9961: Services in wholesale trade](https://busy.in/sac-code-9961/) - [9962: Services in retail trade](https://busy.in/sac-code-9962/) - [9963: Accommodation, food & beverage services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9963/) - [9964: Passenger transport services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9964/) - [9965: Goods transport services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9965/) - [9966: Rental services of transport vehicles](https://busy.in/sac-code-9966/) - [9967: Supporting services in transport](https://busy.in/sac-code-9967/) - [9968: Postal & courier services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9968/) - [9969: Electricity, gas & water supply services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9969/) - [9971: Financial & related services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9971/) - [9972: Real estate services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9972/) - [9973: Leasing or rental services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9973/) - [9981: Research & development services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9981/) - [9982: Legal & accounting services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9982/) - [9983: Professional, technical & business services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9983/) - [9984: Telecommunications & broadcasting supply services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9984/) - [9985: Support services to business](https://busy.in/sac-code-9985/) - [9986: Support services to agriculture, hunting, forestry & more](https://busy.in/sac-code-9986/) - [9987: Maintenance, repair & installation services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9987/) - [9988: Manufacturing services on physical inputs](https://busy.in/sac-code-9988/) - [9989: Services in publishing, printing & bookbinding](https://busy.in/sac-code-9989/) - [9991: Public administration & other services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9991/) - [9992: Education services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9992/) - [9993: Human health & social care services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9993/) - [9994: Sewage & waste collection](https://busy.in/sac-code-9994/) - [9995: Services of membership organizations](https://busy.in/sac-code-9995/) - [9996: Recreational, cultural & sporting services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9996/) - [9997: Other Services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9997/)