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Industrial design registration in India
Protect the look of your product: its shape, pattern, configuration or ornament.
Quick answer
A registered design protects the visual appearance of an article. In India it is valid for 10 years from registration, extendable by 5 more years on payment of the extension fee. The design must be new and not previously published anywhere.
Key facts
- Protects appearance only, not how a product works
- Valid 10 years, extendable by 5 years
- Design must be new and original and not published before filing
- Filed under the Designs Act, 2000
- Small entities and startups may pay reduced fees; we confirm current fees before filing
Design or trademark?
A design protects how the product looks. A trademark protects the brand name or logo that identifies it. Many businesses use both. See trademark registration.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a design registration last?
Ten years, which can be extended by five years.
Can I register a design after launching the product?
Public disclosure before filing can defeat novelty, so file before launch.
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