Design Registration Services in Dwarka, Delhi

Design registration protects the visual appearance of a productâ€”its shape, configuration, pattern, or ornamentation. If your product's look creates market value, design registration is not optional; it is a strategic legal safeguard.

At Vivek Tiwari & Company (Tiwariv), based in Dwarka Sector 23B, Delhi, we advise clients on the procedures for registering designs, documenting designs, and ensuring long-term compliance under Indian design law.

This service is relevant for manufacturers, startups, designers, and businesses seeking exclusive rights to their product designs in India.

Applicable Laws & Compliance Framework

Governing Acts

- The Designs Act, 2000
- The Designs Rules, 2001

Authority

Administered by the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks (CGPDTM).

Validity

10 years from the date of registration.
Extendable by 5 additional years on timely renewal.

Requirement

Registration is granted only if the design is new, original, and not previously published in India or elsewhere.

Importance of Design Registration

Design registration grants exclusive rights to use the design for commercial purposes.

Prevent competitors from copying appearance

Strengthen brand identity & market value

Support licensing and valuation

Enforce rights through legal action

Procedure for Registration of Design

The design registration process involves several technical and legal steps:

Preliminary Search & Novelty Check

Classification (Locarno System)

Filing Application & Representations

Examination & Reply to Objections

Grant & Entry in Register

Documents & Information Required

For a smooth design registration service, we require:

Applicant Name & Address

Legal Status (Company/LLP/Firm)

Clear Representations/Drawings

Class & Description of Article

Power of Authority

Common Compliance Issues

Based on advisory work at our Dwarka office, common risks include:

Filing after public disclosure (Refusal Risk)

Incorrect classification of the article

Incomplete or unclear representations

Missing renewal deadlines

These issues can lead to refusal, cancellation, or unenforceable rights.

Why Choose Vivek Tiwari & Company

Local professional presence in Dwarka Sector 23B

Practical experience in IP and regulatory compliance

Clear explanation of legal risks and timelines

End-to-end handling from filing to registration

Assistance with objections, renewals, and corrections

Design Registration Legal Advice | Dwarka Delhi

If you are planning to protect your product design or facing objections, consult Vivek Tiwari & Company (Tiwariv) at our Dwarka Sector 23B office.

We provide clear legal guidance, accurate filing, and compliance support tailored to your business needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What can be registered as a design in India?

The visual appearance of an article, including shape, pattern, or ornamentation, that is new and original.

2. Is design registration mandatory?

It is not mandatory, but without registration, legal protection is minimal.

3. How long does design registration take?

Typically 6â€“9 months, depending on examination and objections.

4. Can a design be registered after launching the product?

Public disclosure before filing can be a ground for refusal. Early filing is advisable.

5. What is the validity of design registration?

Ten years, extendable by five years upon renewal.

6. Can a registered design be challenged?

Yes, it can be cancelled on grounds such as prior publication or lack of novelty.