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Designs Rules, 2001

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Current consolidated rules incorporate amendments through 25 January 2021; Gazette text prevails over the e-Version.

IP India — Designs Rules, 2001 (current e-Version)

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RuleOfficial-heading status
Rule 1Short title and commencement
Rule 2Definitions
Rule 3Manner for leaving and serving documents
Rule 4Address for service
Rule 5Fees
Rule 6Forms
Rule 7Size, etc., of documents
Rule 8Signature and verification of documents specified in Sections 5, 12, 19, and 37
Rule 9Agency
Rule 10Classification of goods
Rule 11Application
Rule 12Statement of novelty
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Rule 39Rectification of Register
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