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Design Registration

Safeguarding Unique Industrial Designs and Product Appearance

What It Means

Design registration protects the visual appearance (shape, configuration, pattern, ornamentation) of a product — not its functionality — under the Designs Act.

Governing Framework

  • Designs Act, 2000
  • Designs Rules, 2001

Process

  1. Prepare representation sheets with exact views (2D/3D)
  2. File application with Design Office under appropriate class
  3. Examination and response to queries (if any)
  4. Publication in Design Journal and grant of certificate

Key Benefits

  • Exclusive usage right for 10 years (extendable to 15)
  • Prevents copying of aesthetic look and feel
  • Builds product value and market differentiation

Ideal For

  • Fashion, furniture, jewellery, industrial and tech products
  • Startups with physical product innovation

Basic Requirements

  • New and original design
  • Design not previously published or disclosed
  • Drawings/images with exact specifications

How LTC can help

  • Advises on design eligibility and novelty
  • Prepares and files design applications
  • Coordinates with Design Office and manages objections
  • Supports with enforcement and licensing strategy