Design Registration
Protect the shape, pattern or look of your product under the Designs Act for up to 15 years.
Quick answer
Design registration protects the visual appearance of a product, such as its shape, configuration, pattern or ornamentation. The government fee is ₹1,000 per design for individuals, startups and small entities, and ₹4,000 for others. Registration lasts 10 years and can be renewed once for 5 more years.
| Professional fee | ₹4,999 + 18% GST |
|---|---|
| Government charges | ₹1,000 govt. fee per design (₹4,000 for others) |
| Time taken | Filing in 3–5 days; registration typically 6–12 months |
| Form / portal | Form 1 |
| Documents | 4 items (listed below) |
| Done | 100% online |
What is Design Registration?
If your product's appeal lies in how it looks (a bottle shape, a furniture design, a textile print, a gadget's outline), design registration stops others from copying that look.
The design must be new and must not have been published or used anywhere before filing, so file before you launch or display the product.
- Govt. fee
- ₹1,000 per design*
- Validity
- 10 + 5 years
- Classification
- Locarno classes
- Governed by
- Designs Act, 2000
What's included in our Design Registration service?
- Novelty check against registered designs
- Classification of the article
- Preparation of representation sheets
- Filing of Form 1 (and Form 24 for small entities)
- Reply to examination objections
What documents are required for Design Registration?
- Clear images or drawings of the product from 6 angles
- Name of the article and its use
- Applicant details
- DPIIT or Udyam certificate for the ₹1,000 fee
What is the process for Design Registration?
Check
We check novelty and classify the article.
Prepare
We prepare the representation sheets and statement of novelty.
File
We file with the Patent Office (Designs Wing).
Register
After examination, the design is registered and published.
How much does Design Registration cost?
| Component | Amount | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| CorpBridge professional fee | ₹4,999 | CorpBridge |
| GST on professional fee | ₹900 | Government (via CorpBridge) |
| Government fee / stamp duty | ₹1,000 govt. fee per design (₹4,000 for others) | Government, at actuals |
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Frequently asked questions about Design Registration
Can I register a design after launching the product?
Generally no. A design that has already been published or sold is no longer new. File before public disclosure.
Is a logo protected by design registration?
No. Logos are protected by trademark and copyright, not design registration.
What is the cost of Design Registration?
CorpBridge's professional fee is ₹4,999, exclusive of 18% GST, plus ₹1,000 govt. fee per design (₹4,000 for others). The exact government charges are confirmed before you pay.
How long does Design Registration take?
Filing in 3–5 days; registration typically 6–12 months, assuming documents are complete and the authority raises no queries.
What documents are required for Design Registration?
Clear images or drawings of the product from 6 angles; Name of the article and its use; Applicant details; DPIIT or Udyam certificate for the ₹1,000 fee.
Often taken together
Copyright Registration
Form XIVCopyright filing for software, logos, artwork, books, music, videos and films.
Copyright Objection & Discrepancy Reply
ReplyReply to a discrepancy letter or third-party objection raised on your copyright application.
Design Objection Reply & Hearing
ReplyReply to examination objections on your design application, and representation at the hearing if needed.
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