ComplyKart Services
Design Registration
Package inclusion:
1. Class checking
2. Search Report of Trademark
3. Application filing
4. Response Advisory
5. Follow-up for faster Registration
CA/CS-guided review
Your documents and structure are checked before anything is filed.
Written scope first
Inclusions and payable charges are explained before work begins.
Support till it’s done
One team owns your filing, from the first call to the final handover.
Plans from ₹3,999
Pick the plan that fits the stage of your business. Any variable government charges are shown in a written breakup before filing.
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Fees
Fees and packages for Design Registration
Pick the plan that fits the stage of your business. Every plan starts with a written breakup — no surprises later.
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1. How soon do you need this done?
Starter
₹3,999
What’s included
- Design search — we check for conflicting registrations
- Form 1 filed with the Design Office
- Representation sheets prepared to specification
- Filing receipt and application number
- Locarno classification advice for your design
- Govt fee extra at actuals. We confirm it first.
Growth
₹6,999
What’s included
- Everything in Starter
- Objection reply drafted and filed
- Hearing support before the Controller
- Publication tracked till registration
- Registration certificate handed over
Scale
₹9,999
What’s included
- Everything in Growth
- 2 designs covered
- Assignment deed drafted if you acquired the design
- Licence terms note for commercial use
- Renewal reminder at the 10-year mark
Done right, or your money back.
If our experts find your requirement can't be fulfilled as scoped, you get a full refund of the professional fee — no questions, no fine print. Government charges already paid are pass-through and go to the government, not us.
Every quote shows the professional fee, government charges and taxes as separate lines — you approve the full breakup in writing before paying anything.
Stamp duty, filing fees and department charges go to the government, not to us. They vary by state, capital and applicant count, so we show them separately for your case.
The free consultation comes first. You only pay after you have seen the exact scope, the exact breakup and the expected timeline — no surprises later.
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Free consultation. Tell us what you need; a CA, CS or advocate maps the exact scope.
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Written quote. You receive the plan, the line-by-line breakup and the timeline in writing.
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You approve, then pay. Work starts only after you sign off on the quote.
You know exactly which filings, documents and handover items belong to your selected plan.
Capital, stamp duty, applicant count and case-specific government charges are shown separately.
Choose the tier around the way you plan to operate, not simply the highest price.
Overview
What is design registration?
Design is an outward appearance applied to a product. Design registration is used for the shape, pattern, ornaments etc designed by someone and then protected by getting them registered. A design can be anything that is two dimensional or three-dimensional patterns or ornaments etc.A pattern is something that is engraved upon an article which later is used for decoration purpose. By getting some design registered doesn’t preserve the technicality of the article but just the design part of it. The design should be New or Original and not previously published or used in any country before the date of publication for registration. The registration of design is granted for an initial term of 10 years from the date of registration that can be further extended for a period of 5 years. A registered design provides the creator exclusive rights over the use of design.
There are some items that cannot be registered as design such as Labels, Cards, Tokens, Books, Jackets, Calendars, Flags, Mare change in size of article, Similar with existing ones etc.
A pattern is something that is engraved upon an article which later is used for decoration purpose. By getting some design registered doesn’t preserve the technicality of the article but just the design part of it.
Benefits
Important aspects of design registration
Open each benefit to see what it means for you.
Prevention from Piracy
By getting your design registered, you can prevent it from getting copied and used in other products. In case of Piracy the owner of registered design can seek the Legal remedy under Design Act.
Easy to Obtain
Design registration is easily obtained if your creativity is something exceptional and is a good thought especially if you involve in the business of jewellery etc. and don’t want your design to be copied.
Creates Unique Identity
It creates unique identity of your business. A Design once registered gives one a license against other, if they use the same design of the company.
Enhances the Goodwill
A Company with a unique design creates goodwill among people. Design is the identity of the company which forms brand name among people.
Promotes Creativity
It is usedby fashion designers to promote their creativity in the market and it can be sold, franchised, or the owner can earn royalty through licensing agreements.
Documents
Documents required for design registration in India
Clear, current documents matter more than a long checklist. Names, dates of birth and addresses should match across every record — that's what the MCA checks first. Tick what you already have below.
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The design and the applicant
Verified against MCA requirements
Novelty and classification
Verified against MCA requirements
What is a CIN?
Every Private Limited Company gets a unique 21-character Corporate Identification Number from the MCA. It's proof your company legally exists. You'll need it for bank accounts, tax filings, and contracts. We handle the entire application — you just provide the documents above.
Not sure if your documents are ready?
Send us what you have. A ComplyKart expert will review them for free and tell you exactly what's missing — no obligation.
Get Free Document ReviewQuestions Founders ask us about documents
What if my address proof is old?
Utility bills and bank statements must be less than 2 months old. If yours are older, get a fresh copy — the MCA rejects stale proofs.
Do I need original documents?
No. Clear scans or photos work for the entire process. We never ask you to courier originals.
What if directors live in different cities?
That's normal. Each director uploads their own documents separately. Our system keeps everything organised.
I'm outside India. Can I still register a company?
Yes. India allows 100% foreign ownership in most sectors, and the entire process happens online. You need one Indian resident director, and your passport + address proof must be apostilled — we'll guide you through both. NRI founders and foreign investors do this with us regularly.
Check if you're eligible →How long does registration actually take?
7 to 10 working days from the day your documents are verified. Name approval takes 2-3 days, MCA incorporation another 5-7. We track every stage and update you.
Can I start if I'm missing one document?
Yes. Start now with what you have — we begin name reservation and DSC while you arrange the rest. Most founders are missing one proof; it rarely blocks the timeline.
Process
Design registration process in India — step by step
You’ll see each stage, what’s pending and what we need from you — so filings don’t bounce back.
Step 1 of 5
Novelty check
A design must be new and original — not previously published or registered in India or abroad. We check for prior disclosures that could kill the application before you file.
Prepare and file Form 1
We prepare Form 1 under the Designs Act, 2000, with the design representations and the statement of novelty, and file it with the Designs Office in Kolkata.
Examination by the Controller
The Controller of Designs examines whether the design meets the legal requirements — it must be applied to an article by an industrial process, and must not be a mere mechanical device or trademark.
Reply to objections and registration
Objections, if any, are answered with amendments or arguments. Once accepted, the design is registered and published in the Patent Office Journal.
10 years, extendable to 15
Design protection lasts 10 years from the registration date, extendable by a further 5 years on payment of the extension fee. We track the deadline so your protection never lapses.
Why ComplyKart
How ComplyKart helps in this Entire Process
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Consulting
Our Design experts will provide you with the best consultancy on Registration procedure.
Help in preparing Relevant Documents
We help our clients in preparation of application and necessary documents to be presented to Registrar for Registration.
Filing of Document with Registrar
We will fill the Application along with necessary documents required for E-filing within 5-8 days.
Follow-Up
Our experts continuously follow up with the development with the Registrar and ensure speedy registration process.
Consulting: Our Design experts will provide you with the best consultancy on Registration procedure.
For NRI founders & foreign investors
If a founder or investor is outside India
You don't need to fly down. Most of our foreign-founder incorporations are completed without the founder ever visiting India — 100% foreign ownership is allowed in most sectors, and the entire process happens online.
Before you start
- 100% foreign ownership is allowed in most sectors — no Indian partner needed
- One Indian resident director is required by law — we help you find a compliant way forward
- Check whether your sector permits automatic-route foreign investment
- Your passport + address proof need an apostille, not an embassy visit
- Map ownership, beneficial ownership and pricing early
After incorporation
- Receive funds through permitted banking channels
- Complete RBI/FEMA reporting (FC-GPR, FLA) and keep the bank evidence
- Coordinate tax and ongoing compliance advice early
Free 15-minute eligibility call. No obligation.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
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Design registration is important because it helps in preserving the patterns that are exclusively designed by people.
The application fee for a design is initially a payment of 1000INR and for renewal a sum of 2000 INR.
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Real stories from businesses we've worked with.
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Sources & how we keep this page accurate
Primary sources we refer to:
- Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA)
- GST Portal
- Income Tax Department
- IP India (Trademark / Patent / Copyright)
Last verified: 6 October 2026
Compliance rules change. If something on this page looks outdated, tell us on WhatsApp and we'll fix it — and your filing will always follow the current rules, not just what's written here.
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