Online Design Registration
Protect the unique look and feel of your product. Secure exclusive rights to its aesthetic features and stand out in the market.
Timeline
6-12 Months
Starting Price
₹6,999
Validity
10 + 5 Years
Protection
Product Aesthetics
What is an Industrial Design?
An industrial design protects the ornamental or aesthetic aspect of a product. It's all about how a product looks—its shape, configuration, surface pattern, colors, or lines. Unlike a patent, it does not protect the functional features of a product. Registering your design gives you the exclusive right to use it, preventing others from making, importing, or selling products with an identical or deceptively similar look.
Key Benefits of Registering Your Design
Our Simplified Registration Process
Design Search
We conduct a search to ensure your design is novel and not previously registered.
Application Preparation
Our team prepares the application with the required drawings and representations of your design.
Filing & Examination
We file the application with the Designs Office, where it undergoes a formal examination.
Registration Certificate
Upon approval, we deliver the official Design Registration Certificate to you.
Documents for Design Registration
A few simple documents are all we need to get started.
Applicant Details
Name, address, and nationality of the applicant. If it's a company, Certificate of Incorporation.
Design Representations
Clear drawings or photographs of the design from all angles (front, back, side, top, bottom, perspective).
Power of Attorney
A signed Power of Attorney (Form-21) authorizing our experts to file the application on your behalf.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a design registration and a trademark?
A design registration protects the visual appearance (shape, pattern, configuration) of a product. A trademark, on the other hand, protects a brand identifier like a name, logo, or slogan that distinguishes your goods or services from others.
How long does design protection last?
An industrial design registration in India is valid for 10 years from the date of filing. It can be renewed for one additional period of 5 years, providing a total of 15 years of protection.
What does "novelty" mean for a design?
For a design to be registered, it must be new or original. This means it should not have been published or used in any country before the date you file the application. It must be significantly distinguishable from known designs.
Can I register a design for a part of an article?
Yes, you can register a design for a whole article or just a part of it, as long as the part has its own unique visual features and can be sold separately.
What happens if someone copies my registered design?
If someone uses your registered design without your permission, you can take legal action against them for infringement. This allows you to stop the unauthorized use and claim damages.