LatestIP And Trademarks 16 September 2026
India IP Office Ends FERs for Designs, Moves to E‑Communication
The Intellectual Property Office of India announced that it will no longer accept paper Form of Examination Requests (FERs) for design applications. All future FERs must be submitted electronically, streamlining the filing process and reducing processing time.
The Indian IP Office has issued a public notice ending the use of physical Form of Examination Requests (FERs) for design filings. All FERs must now be sent electronically, speeding up review and cutting paperwork.
- Electronic filing is now mandatory for design applications.
- Applicants should use the e‑filing portal to submit FERs.
- The change aligns with the Designs Act’s push for digital processes.
For full details, see the official announcement.
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