Design

1. Will a design application be examined for “novelty”? Yes. The Examiner conducts a novelty search to identify any relevant prior published design. 2. What is the due date for filing a response to the first examination report in a design application? The due date for filing the response to the first examination report is six months from the date of filing th......

1. Can a lapsed design be restored? A design registration will lapse on termination of ten years’ period from the date of registration if the extension fee for a further term of five years is not paid before the expiry of the original period of ten years. A lapsed design could be restored for a further period of five years by filing an application within one yea......

1. Can a design application or a registered design be opposed? Only a registered design can be opposed. There is no provision to oppose a design application. 2. What are the grounds for cancellation of a registered design? Cancellation petitions are filed under Section 19 of the Designs Act, 2000. Following grounds are available: the design has been prev......