The Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trademarks (CGPDTM) has issued notifications inviting stakeholders to provide comments on new draft manuals concerning patents and trademarks, emphasizing stakeholder engagement in the regulatory process.
CGPDTM Invites Comments on New Draft Patent and Trademark Manuals
The Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trademarks (CGPDTM) recently announced an invitation for comments and suggestions on the Draft Manual of Patent Office (Practice & Procedure), 2026, and the Draft Manual of Trademark Office (Practice & Procedure), 2026. This initiative highlights the need for stakeholder engagement in the regulatory framework governing intellectual property in India.
Stakeholders are encouraged to submit their feedback on the proposed drafts within established timelines—30 days for the patent manual and 15 days for the trademark manual. This open invitation reflects the CGPDTM's commitment to continuous improvement and adaptation of practices in response to community input.
This move signifies the CGPDTM's recognition of the importance of collaborative regulatory practices in shaping effective IP frameworks. Legal practitioners and stakeholders within the IP community should take this opportunity to influence the forthcoming changes by providing thoughtful input on the drafts.
Engagement with these drafts may significantly impact the operations of patent and trademark offices, as well as the broader landscape of IP law in India. Therefore, practitioners should remain vigilant and proactive in contributing to this regulatory dialogue for their interests.
Citations
- CGPDTM Invitation (2026) Notifications
