Purpose of Publication

• To inform the public about newly registered designs.
  
• To promote transparency in the design registration system.
  
• To allow third parties to raise objections if necessary.
  
• To establish a public record of ownership.
  
• To support legal protection and enforcement of rights.
  

Design Journal Overview

• It is an official publication of the Design Office of India.
  
• It contains details of registered designs and updates.
  
• It is released on a regular basis by the Controller General.
  
• It is accessible online for public reference.
  
• It includes only those designs that have been accepted and registered.
  

Contents of the Journal

• Registration number and date of the design.
  
• Name and address of the registered proprietor.
  
• Article to which the design is applied.
  
• Classification under the Locarno system.
  
• Representation or abstract of the design.
  

Timing of Publication

• A design is published after it is officially registered.
  
• Publication usually takes place in the next journal cycle.
  
• The time between registration and publication may vary.
  
• Early publication is not permitted before formal registration.
  
• The date of publication is recorded for legal reference.
  

Access and Availability

• The Design Journal is available on the IP India website.
  
• It is free to access and downloadable in PDF format.
  
• Archives of older journals are also maintained.
  
• Users can search by registration number or date.
  
• No physical copy is sent to the applicant automatically.