Design Registration Renewal
Design Registration Renewal assistance for startups, SMEs and professionals. I-Pro Solutions covers design registration with end-to-end filing, document drafting.
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About this service
Design Registration Renewal is a key regulatory filing administered by Controller of Designs at the Patent Office, Kolkata (the senior officer of the Patent Office designated under s.21 of the Designs Act 2000 read with s.73 of the Patents Act 1970 — the CGPDTM functions as the Controller of Designs). The renewal application may be filed electronically on ipindia.gov.in or by post / in person at the Patent Office branches at Mumbai, Chennai, or Delhi, forwarded to Kolkata for processing — **PROFESSIONAL VERIFICATION REQUIRED** for the current Controller of Designs' office address (Kolkata, or post-2022 shift to Thiruvananthapuram — flagged in Service 1 above).. Filing is executed via **Form 8** — Application for Extension of Copyright in Registered Design under Rule 25 of the Designs Rules 2001. The form contains the registration number, the date of registration (the application date, treated as the registration date for the purpose of s.11(1)), the name and address of the registered proprietor, the title of the design, the class under the Locarno Classification, and the prescribed fee. The form must be filed **before the expiry of the original 10-year term** — there is no statutory late-filing window within the original 10-year term. Where the renewal fee is not paid within the original term, the design lapses; restoration is possible on **Form 9** within 6 months of the lapse under Rule 25(5) (restoration procedure) — **NOT CONFIRMED — PROFESSIONAL VERIFICATION REQUIRED** for the exact restoration fee and procedure. under Designs Act 2000 — s.11(1) (initial 10-year term) and s.11(2) (extension of copyright for a further 5 years); Designs Rules 2001 — Rule 25 (extension of copyright — Form 8 — application to be filed before the expiry of the original 10-year term) and Rule 31 (First Schedule fee table — Form 8 fee as revised by the Designs (Amendment) Rules 2019 — G.S.R. 5(E) dated 2 January 2019).. Our specialist-led team ensures full compliance with statutory documentation, eligibility verification, and expedited government approval.
Eligibility & thresholds
- Valid identity & address proof of applicant
- Active PAN & registered business premises
- Authorized representative authorization
- Compliant under applicable regulatory laws
- No pending statutory disqualifications
- Valid across authorized operational jurisdictions
- Pre-filing statutory documentation verification
- Official statutory fee schedule as per authority
- Mandatory periodic compliance filings post-approval
What's included
Everything in one transparent fee — no add-ons, no surprises.
Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. All figures verified as of 25 August 2026.
| Fee Component | Amount (₹) | Basis / Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Design Registration Renewal Statutory Fee | ₹400 / ₹800 / ₹1,600 | Official government fee schedule (separate from professional fee)Statutory Authority |
| Total Government Fee | ₹400 / ₹800 / ₹1,600 | (for default assumptions stated below) |
Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. Verified 25 August 2026.
Required documents
Each list identifies exactly what to provide — and what you do not need to submit. Use the accordions to expand.
- ›**Form 8** application for extension of copyright in the registered design — filed electronically on — **Form 8** application for extension of copyright in the registered design — filed electronically on ipindia.gov.in with the registration number, date of registration, name and address of the registered proprietor, title of the design, and class under the Locarno Classification.
- ›**Prescribed fee** — ₹2,000 (natural person / start-up) / ₹5,000 (small entity) / ₹10,000 (others — — **Prescribed fee** — ₹2,000 (natural person / start-up) / ₹5,000 (small entity) / ₹10,000 (others — large entities and foreign applicants) — paid electronically on the ipindia.gov.in portal.
- ›**Form 12 Power of Attorney** — signed by the registered proprietor, authorising the agent / advocat — **Form 12 Power of Attorney** — signed by the registered proprietor, authorising the agent / advocate to file the renewal on the proprietor's behalf. No separate statutory fee for Form
- ›**Form 11** — Application to represent the Patent Office as Agent — filed by the registered patent a — **Form 11** — Application to represent the Patent Office as Agent — filed by the registered patent agent / advocate.
- ›**Certificate of Registration** (if available) — to confirm the registration number and date; if the — **Certificate of Registration** (if available) — to confirm the registration number and date; if the certificate has been lost, a duplicate certificate may be obtained on Form 13 with the prescribed fee.
How it works
Each step is labelled with who performs it — Customer, I-Pro, or the Regulator. Form names are linked to the official portal.
- 1Customer⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 1: **Customer** briefs I-Pro on the design to be renewed
**Customer** briefs I-Pro on the design to be renewed — the registration number, the date of registration (which determines the deadline for the renewal), and the current status of the registered proprietor (whether unchanged, or changed by assignment / transmission). - 2I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 2: **I-Pro** conducts a **status check** on the ipindia.gov.in Register of Desig...
**I-Pro** conducts a **status check** on the ipindia.gov.in Register of Designs public search — by registration number — to confirm the current status (whether "REGISTERED" or "RENEWED" or "LAPSED") and the registration date. If the status shows "LAPSED", I-Pro advises the customer on the restoration route under Rule 25(5). - 3I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 3: **I-Pro** calculates the renewal deadline
**I-Pro** calculates the renewal deadline — the renewal must be filed **before the expiry of the original 10-year term** — i.e., before the 10th anniversary of the registration date (which is the application date). I-Pro advises filing at least 30 days before the deadline to allow for any defect rectification. - 4I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 4: **I-Pro** drafts the Form 8 application with the registration number, date of...
**I-Pro** drafts the Form 8 application with the registration number, date of registration, name and address of the registered proprietor, title of the design, and class; obtains the customer's signature on Form 12 Power of Attorney. - 5I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 5: **I-Pro** uploads the Form 8 application, Form 12, Form 11, and supporting do...
**I-Pro** uploads the Form 8 application, Form 12, Form 11, and supporting documents on ipindia.gov.in/designs.htm and pays the statutory fee (₹2,000 / ₹5,000 / ₹10,000). - 6I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 6: **Controller** examines the renewal application
**Controller** examines the renewal application — formalities (Form 8 completeness, fee paid, registration number valid, proprietor's name matches the Register). No substantive examination (novelty is not re-examined at renewal — the renewal is a formal extension of the existing copyright). - 7I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 7: If the Controller is satisfied, the renewal is recorded in the Register of De...
If the Controller is satisfied, the renewal is recorded in the Register of Designs — the status of the design changes from "REGISTERED" to "RENEWED" on the public search portal; the design is now protected for a total of 15 years from the registration date. - 8I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 8: **Controller** issues an **Extension Certificate**
**Controller** issues an **Extension Certificate** — confirming the extension of the copyright for a further 5 years. The original Certificate of Registration is not reissued; the Extension Certificate is filed with the original certificate. - 9I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 9: The renewed design is published in the Official Journal of the Patent Office ...
The renewed design is published in the Official Journal of the Patent Office (Designs) under Rule 23 — to give public notice of the renewal. - 10Regulator⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 10: After the 15-year term (10 original + 5 extended), the design enters the publ...
After the 15-year term (10 original + 5 extended), the design enters the public domain and cannot be further renewed or restored.
Post-registration compliance
What to file next. I-Pro handles these as part of the annual compliance package.
| Filing | Form | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Statutory IP Renewal (Form TM-R / Patent Form 12) Penalty: Surcharge fee; removal of mark from official Register | 10 Years | Every 10 years prior to certificate expiration date |
| Response to Examination Report / Objection Penalty: Application deemed abandoned without oral hearing | Event-based | Formal legal reply within 30 days of examiner report issuance |
| Continuous Commercial Use & Evidence Maintenance Penalty: Vulnerability to cancellation / rectification for non-use (Section 47) | Continuous | Retain continuous invoices, packaging, and digital promotional records |
| Proper Statutory Registered Symbol Usage Penalty: Imprisonment up to 3 years and criminal prosecution under Section 107 | Continuous | Use (R) symbol strictly after registration grant certificate issue |
Penalties for non-compliance
Statutory penalties under governing regulatory provisions. Avoid non-compliance delays.
| Non-compliance | Provision | Penalty |
|---|---|---|
| Statutory IP Renewal (Form TM-R / Patent Form 12) | 10 Years | Surcharge fee; removal of mark from official Register |
| Response to Examination Report / Objection | Event-based | Application deemed abandoned without oral hearing |
| Continuous Commercial Use & Evidence Maintenance | Continuous | Vulnerability to cancellation / rectification for non-use (Section 47) |
| Proper Statutory Registered Symbol Usage | Continuous | Imprisonment up to 3 years and criminal prosecution under Section 107 |
Common mistakes to avoid
Avoidable filing errors that cause delays or rejection. Each can be resolved before submission.
- 1Mismatched applicant legal name or identity details across KYC proofsWhy: Government verification APIs cross-check with UIDAI and MCA databases and automatically flag discrepancies in spelling or dates.Fix: Our specialists pre-validate your documents against official government databases before portal filing.
- 2Submitting outdated utility bills or non-notarized commercial leasesWhy: Premises proofs older than 60 days or defective landlord NOCs trigger statutory scrutiny queries and multi-week processing delays.Fix: We verify recent billing dates and provide pre-formatted, legally vetted landlord NOC and lease formats.
- 3Selecting incorrect classification, turnover slab, or statutory activity codeWhy: Applications filed under inappropriate classifications attract show-cause notices and potential rejection without statutory fee refund.Fix: We conduct a statutory scope assessment to align your application with the exact regulatory requirements.
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