Design Registration Online
Protect how your product looks, with design registration filed under the correct design class.
Protect the Look, Not Just the Function
4.8/5
Client rating
120+
Designs registered
6 to 12 Months
Typical registration time
Rs. 1,000
Government fee
Who We Help
Product and Industrial Designers
D2C Brands With Distinctive Packaging
Furniture and Homeware Makers
Consumer Electronics Brands
Fashion and Accessory Designers
Why Product Designs Get Copied
A great looking product is an easy target if its design was never formally registered.
No formal registration to point to when a design is copied
Design not novel enough compared to existing registrations
Wrong class selected for the product category
Reduced fee category claimed without proper proof
Elixir Filings checks novelty and files under the correct class, so your design registration actually holds up.
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Why This Matters
Design registration protects exactly what a patent and trademark do not, the visual appearance itself, which is often what customers recognise first.
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Stop visual copying
Competitors cannot replicate your product's registered look.
Protects packaging and product shape alike
Covers the visual form, not just logos or function.
Complements other IP protection
Works alongside a trademark or patent for full coverage.
Reduced fees for small applicants
Individuals, startups, and small entities pay 75 percent less.
Why Businesses Choose Elixir Filings for Design Registration
Any provider can file this application. Here is what you get when Elixir Filings registers your design.
Novelty Checked Before Filing
We assess your design against existing registrations before you commit to filing.
Correct Class, First Time
Your product is classified accurately, avoiding delays from a wrong class.
One Advisor, Not a Queue
A named advisor who understands both the design and the filing process.
Reduced Fee Applied Where Eligible
We confirm your applicant category so you do not pay more than you need to.
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Design Registration
Design registration protects the visual appearance of a product, its shape, pattern, or surface ornamentation, for up to 15 years. Eligibility depends on the design being new and not previously published or used anywhere, and every application is filed under the correct design class for the product type. It is separate from a patent, which protects function, and separate from a trademark, which protects your brand identity. Elixir Filings files your application with the Design Office under the correct applicant category.
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Design Registration Online, Protect How Your Product Looks
Process
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Consultation
We confirm your design is eligible for registration and identify the right class.
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Engagement
Once confirmed, we begin preparing your application.
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Document Collection
We collect representations or images of your design from multiple angles.
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Filing
We file your application with the Design Office.
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Confirmation
You receive your design registration certificate.
Documents Required
- ✓Representations of the design from multiple views
- ✓Statement of novelty for the design
- ✓Applicant category proof, for the reduced fee rate
- ✓Power of Attorney
Design Registration Fees
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total for Individuals, Startups, and Small Entities | Rs. 25,000, plus the Rs. 1,000 government fee |
| Total for Other Entities | Rs. 25,000, plus the Rs. 4,000 government fee |
Individuals, startups, and small entities pay 75 percent less than other applicants under the reduced fee rules. We confirm your eligible category before filing.
Design Registration vs Patent
| Protection | Covers | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Design Registration | How a product looks, shape, pattern, ornamentation | 10 years, extendable to 15 |
| Patent | How a product works or functions | 20 years, not renewable |
Your product also has a novel technical function, not just a distinctive look? See our Patent Registration service to protect that separately.
Found a competitor copying your registered design? A registered design gives you the legal standing to act on design infringement. Talk to our team about enforcement options.
Elixir Filings also supports design registration across Tamil Nadu and other states in India, with the same transparent pricing and dedicated advisor support.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Elixir Filings charge for design registration?
Our professional fee is Rs. 25,000 and covers preparing and filing your application. The government fee is Rs. 1,000 for individuals, startups, and small entities, and Rs. 4,000 for others.
What documents does Elixir Filings need for design registration?
Representations of the design from multiple views, a statement of novelty, proof of your applicant category for the reduced fee rate, and Power of Attorney.
How long does Elixir Filings take to register a design?
Registration typically takes 6 to 12 months from filing, and the design is protected for an initial 10 years, extendable by 5 years to a maximum of 15 years.
Does Elixir Filings handle design registration objections?
Yes, if the Design Office raises an objection over novelty or classification during examination, we prepare a response to address it and keep your application moving.
Can Elixir Filings register multiple designs together?
Yes, related designs can sometimes be filed under a single application if they share a common design concept, otherwise each distinct design needs its own separate filing.
Protect How Your Product Looks
Novelty checked. Correct class identified. Application filed with the Design Office.
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