1. Determine Eligibility

 

•Ensure that the design is new, original, and not previously published in India or elsewhere.

 

2. Prepare Design Application

 

•Gather necessary information, including:

•Title of the design

•Applicant’s details (individual or company)

•Representation of the design (drawings, photographs)

 

3. File Application

 

•Submit the design application to the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trademarks, either online or physically, along with the required fee.

 

4. Examination

 

•The application is examined by the office to check for compliance with legal requirements. The design must meet novelty and originality criteria.

 

5. Publication

 

•If the design passes examination, it is published in the Designs Journal, allowing for opposition by third parties.

 

6. Opposition Period

 

•There is a period of 3 months during which any third party can file an opposition against the registration.

 

7. Registration

 

•If no opposition is filed, or if resolved in favor of the applicant, the design is registered, and a certificate of registration is issued.

 

8. Renewal and Maintenance

 

•A registered design is valid for 10 years, with the possibility of renewal for an additional 5 years. Ensure timely renewal to maintain protection.

 

These steps provide a structured approach to registering a product design in India under the Designs Act, 2000.