Mandatory Forms and Application

• Duly filled Form-1 for design registration is required.
  
• The form must include applicant details, class of article, and title of design.
  
• The application must specify whether the applicant is an individual, startup, or legal entity.
  
• The prescribed fee must be paid at the time of filing the application.
  
• Each application must pertain to a single design and class.
  

Representation of the Design

• Clear drawings, photographs, or computer graphics showing the design from different views are required.
  
• The representations must be in duplicate and labeled correctly.
  
• The design must be shown on the actual article and not in isolation.
  
• The views should include front, back, top, bottom, left, right, and perspective.
  
• The images must clearly depict the aesthetic features being claimed.
  

Statement and Declaration

• A statement of novelty must describe the unique features of the design.
  
• The applicant must declare that the design is original and not previously published.
  
• A declaration of small entity or startup status, if applicable, must be provided.
  
• The class of article must be identified as per the Locarno Classification.
  
• The applicant must confirm that the design does not involve a functional aspect.
  

Supporting Legal Documents

• Power of Attorney is required if the application is filed through an agent.
  
• Proof of startup or small entity status must be submitted, if claimed.
  
• Priority documents must be included if the application claims priority from another country.
  
• Assignment deed is required if the applicant is not the original creator.
  
• Proof of identity and address of the applicant may also be required.
  

Submission and Format Compliance

• All documents must comply with the format prescribed under the Designs Rules, 2001.
  
• Physical submissions must be made in A4 size sheets with proper margins.
  
• Digital submissions must be uploaded through the official e-filing portal.
  
• All documents must be signed by the applicant or authorized agent.
  
• Incomplete or incorrect submissions may result in application objections or rejection.