Design Journal Publication

• Registered designs are officially published in the Design Journal.
  
• The publication is issued by the Office of the Controller General of Designs.
  
• It is accessible to the public in digital format via the IP India website.
  
• Only registered and accepted designs are included in the journal.
  
• This publication marks the beginning of public disclosure of the design.
  

Registration Information Disclosed

• Design registration number and date of registration.
  
• Application number and filing date.
  
• Name and address of the registered proprietor.
  
• Locarno Classification code indicating the article category.
  
• Statement of novelty associated with the design.
  

Design Representation Content

• Visual representations submitted during registration are published.
  
• Drawings, images, or photographs are shown as filed.
  
• The views may include front, top, side, and perspective representations.
  
• The design is displayed as applied to the specific article.
  
• These visuals form part of the public record.
  

Purpose of Published Details

• To provide legal notice of the registered design.
  
• To establish public record for enforcement and opposition.
  
• To inform the industry and general public of exclusive rights.
  
• To prevent conflicting applications for similar designs.
  
• To enable transparency in the design registration process.
  

Access and Usage Rights

• Anyone can view or download the Design Journal from the official portal.
  
• Published information may be used for research and comparison.
  
• Proprietors can refer to the publication in legal proceedings.
  
• Public access allows potential licensees or buyers to verify design status.
  
• The published details help in tracking and monitoring similar designs.