Protect the unique visual appearance of your products — shapes, patterns, configurations, and ornamentation.
Any new or original visual feature applied to a manufactured article
Unique 3D shape of products, furniture, gadgets and other manufactured articles.
Surface decorations, textile patterns, wallpaper designs and decorative motifs.
Graphic elements applied to products including color combinations and line arrangements.
Distinctive packaging shapes and surface designs that identify your product on shelves.
Automotive parts, electronic devices, tools and other industrially manufactured goods.
Garment patterns, fabric designs, jewelry and wearable accessories with unique aesthetics.
Protect your competitive edge with registered design rights
Exclusive rights for 15 years (10 + 5-year extension) over your registered design.
Legal action against anyone manufacturing, selling, or importing your design without permission.
Differentiated products command premium pricing and stronger market positioning.
Registered designs can be licensed to third parties, creating an additional revenue stream.
End-to-end assistance from search to registration and renewal
Comprehensive prior art search and registrability assessment to ensure your design qualifies for protection before filing.
Prepare professional drawings and representations, then file Form 1 with the Design Office on your behalf.
Handle the 5-year extension filing before expiry to ensure continuous protection for the full 15-year term.
Typically 6-9 months from filing to registration
Search existing registrations to confirm novelty and avoid conflicts.
Filing Form 1 with professional drawings and required documents.
Design Office scrutiny of the application for compliance and novelty.
Design registration certificate issued upon successful examination.
Common questions about design registration in India
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