by Audit Analyst | Jan 21, 2026 | Designs Registration
Grounds for Cancellation Opposition to a design registration in India is handled through cancellation proceedings. A registered design may be challenged if it lacks novelty or originality. Cancellation can be sought if the design was previously published in India or...
by Audit Analyst | Jan 21, 2026 | Designs Registration
Right to Appeal Yes, an applicant has the legal right to appeal a refusal of design registration. The appeal must be made in accordance with the provisions of the Designs Act, 2000. The refusal must be based on a formal communication from the Controller of Designs....
by Audit Analyst | Jan 21, 2026 | Designs Registration
Grounds for Rejection The design may be rejected if it lacks novelty or originality. It can be refused if it does not conform to the definition under the Designs Act, 2000. A design that is functional in nature may be disqualified. Any design found to be obscene or...
by Audit Analyst | Jan 21, 2026 | Designs Registration
Initial Scrutiny The application is first reviewed for completeness and correctness. The Design Office checks if all required documents and forms are submitted. It verifies the prescribed fee and compliance with formalities. Incomplete or defective applications may be...
by Audit Analyst | Jan 21, 2026 | Designs Registration
Statutory Definition The term ‘design’ is defined in Section 2(d) of the Designs Act, 2000. It refers to the features of shape, configuration, pattern, ornament, or composition of lines or colors. These features must be applied to any article by an industrial process...
