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Design Registration

What is Design Registration?

Design registration protects the aesthetic and visual features of a product, such as:

  • Shape
  • Configuration
  • Pattern
  • Ornamentation

It applies to industrial and commercial products and prevents others from copying the look and feel of your product.

Importance of Design Registration

Why is Design Registration Important?

  • Protects product appearance from imitation
  • Enhances product differentiation
  • Adds commercial value to products
  • Supports enforcement against look-alike products

It is especially important for manufacturers, product startups, and designers.

Design Registration Process

How Intellect Bastion Handles Design Registration

  1. Design Eligibility Assessment
    • Checking novelty and registrability
  2. Preparation of Design Representations
    • Structuring drawings and images correctly
  3. Design Application Filing
    • Filing with the Indian Design Office
  4. Examination & Registration Support
    • Handling objections if raised
Why Choose Intellect Bastion

Why Choose Intellect Bastion for Design Registration?

  • Strong understanding of design law and practice
  • Focus on enforceable design protection
  • Clear documentation and smooth filing
  • Trusted by product-based businesses
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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to top questions about industrial designs and design registration in India.

What is an industrial design or design patent? ▼
An industrial design (also called a design patent in some countries) protects the visual appearance of a product, including its shape, configuration, pattern, ornamentation, or surface finish. It does not protect the technical functionality of the product.
What types of products can be protected under design registration? ▼
Design registration can protect a wide range of products such as:
  • Consumer goods
  • Packaging and containers
  • Furniture and lighting
  • Electronics and appliances
  • Automotive parts
  • Medical devices and tools
Any product with a new and distinctive visual appearance can be registered.
What is the difference between a patent and an industrial design? ▼
A patent protects the technical or functional aspects of an invention, while an industrial design protects only the aesthetic or visual features. Many products are protected using both patents and design registrations for stronger IP coverage.
Why should I register my industrial design? ▼
Registering your industrial design:
  • Gives exclusive rights over the product’s appearance
  • Prevents copying and imitation
  • Enhances brand value and market positioning
  • Enables legal action against infringers
  • Adds commercial value for licensing or sale
Unregistered designs are difficult to enforce.
How long is an industrial design protected? ▼
In India, an industrial design is protected for:
  • 10 years initially, extendable by
  • 5 additional years, making a total of 15 years
The term varies in other countries depending on local design laws.
What are the requirements for industrial design registration? ▼
To be registrable, a design must be:
  • New and original
  • Not previously published or disclosed
  • Not purely functional in nature
  • Visually distinguishable
Prior public disclosure may destroy novelty.
Can I file a design application after launching my product? ▼
In India, design registration must be filed before public disclosure or commercialization. If the design has already been published, registration may be refused. Some foreign jurisdictions offer grace periods, but early filing is always recommended.
What documents are required for design registration? ▼
Typically required documents include:
  • Clear representations or drawings of the design
  • Product description and class
  • Applicant details
  • Power of Attorney
High-quality visuals are critical for strong design protection.
How much does industrial design registration cost? ▼
The cost of design registration depends on:
  • Applicant type (individual, startup, MSME, company)
  • Number of designs
  • Country of filing
Compared to patents, design registration is faster and more cost-effective.
How long does it take to get a design registered? ▼
In India, design registration generally takes 6 to 12 months, depending on:
  • Examination objections
  • Promptness of responses
Expedited processing may be possible in some jurisdictions.
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