The Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trademarks (CGPDTM) seeks stakeholder feedback on new draft manuals for patent and trademark processes.
CGPDTM Calls for Comments on New Patent and Trademark Manuals
The Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trademarks (CGPDTM) has officially invited comments and suggestions from stakeholders regarding two new draft manuals intended to update existing patent and trademark processes. This initiative is part of an ongoing effort to enhance procedural clarity and efficiency.
The draft Manual of Patent Office (Practice & Procedure), 2026, is open for stakeholder feedback for the next 30 days, while suggestions on the Draft Manual of Trademark Office (Practice & Procedure), 2026, must be submitted within a tighter timeframe of 15 days. This timeline emphasizes the urgency for stakeholders to review and respond to the proposed changes.
“Timely engagement from practitioners is essential in shaping these important guidelines,” emphasized a representative from the CGPDTM office.
These manuals will play a pivotal role in standardizing practices and ensuring compliance with new rules, making it essential for all relevant parties to contribute their insights. The revisions are expected to address practical challenges faced by practitioners in the implementation of patent and trademark procedures.
Legal professionals engaged in IP practice should seize this opportunity to influence how these processes are administered, potentially impacting the efficiency of patent and trademark applications in India.
