DPIIT Mandates Prior Approval for Patent Office Logo Use

DPIIT prohibits unauthorized use of the Indian Patent Office logo. Prior written approval is now required under the Emblems and Names Act.

Protecting Official Insignia

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade has issued a strict advisory regarding the Indian Patent Office logo, clarifying that its unauthorized use is prohibited. The government highlighted that the logo is a protected emblem under the Emblems and Names Act.

Any individual, organization, or entity seeking to use the logo must obtain prior written approval from the competent authority. This measure is intended to maintain the integrity of the official insignia and prevent the public from being misled by unauthorized entities claiming association with the Patent Office.