by Audit Analyst | Jan 21, 2026 | Designs Registration
General Requirements Drawings must clearly depict the shape, configuration, pattern, or ornamentation. They should represent the design as applied to the specific article. All views (front, rear, side, top, bottom, perspective) must be provided. Each view must be...
by Audit Analyst | Jan 21, 2026 | Designs Registration
Initial Validity of a Design A registered design is valid for 10 years from the date of registration. The term can be extended for an additional 5 years. Renewal must be applied before the initial term expires. Form 3 must be filed for renewal along with the...
by Audit Analyst | Jan 21, 2026 | Designs Registration
Grounds for Challenging Originality The design is not new or original in substance. It has been published in India or any other country before the registration date. It closely resembles an existing registered design. It lacks distinct visual features or innovative...
by Audit Analyst | Jan 21, 2026 | Designs Registration
No Mandatory Use Requirement The Designs Act does not impose an obligation to use the design after registration. A design can remain registered even without being commercially used. Lack of use does not automatically invalidate the design. The right holder retains...
by Audit Analyst | Jan 21, 2026 | Designs Registration
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...
