The Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM), functioning under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, has announced a recruitment drive for legal and administrative positions. The vacancies are open for Deputy Registrar, Assistant Registrar, and Examiner in the Trade Marks, Geographical Indications & Copyrights divisions.
The recruitment will be conducted on a deputation basis (including short-term contract), and the tenure of appointment will initially be for two years, extendable as per government rules.
Interested and eligible officers working in Central/State Government departments, PSUs, Autonomous Bodies, Universities, and other recognized institutions can apply.
About CGPDTM
The Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks (CGPDTM) is a key office under DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. It manages the intellectual property rights (IPR) system in India, which includes:
- Patents (inventions and innovations)
- Designs (industrial design protection)
- Trade Marks & Service Marks (brand names, logos, product identity)
- Geographical Indications (GI) (regional product identity)
- Copyrights
The office plays a regulatory, adjudicatory, and advisory role in strengthening intellectual property enforcement and ensuring legal compliance with IPR-related matters.
Important Date
- Starting Date for Apply Online: 12-09-2025
- Last Date for Apply Online: 11-10-2025
Vacancy Details – CGPDTM Recruitment 2025
The vacancies are distributed across multiple offices in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad.
1. Deputy Registrar of Trade Marks, Geographical Indications & Copyrights
- Group: A (Gazetted)
- Pay Band: PB-3 (₹15,600 – ₹39,100)
- Grade Pay: ₹7,600 (pre-revised)
- 7th CPC Level: Level 12
- Total Vacancies: 34
- Delhi – 12
- Mumbai – 08
- Chennai – 06
- Kolkata – 02
- Ahmedabad – 06
2. Assistant Registrar of Trade Marks, Geographical Indications & Copyrights
- Group: A (Gazetted)
- Pay Band: PB-3 (₹15,600 – ₹39,100)
- Grade Pay: ₹6,600 (pre-revised)
- 7th CPC Level: Level 11
- Total Vacancies: 09
- Delhi – 03
- Mumbai – 03
- Chennai – 01
- Kolkata – 01
- Ahmedabad – 01
3. Examiner of Trade Marks, Geographical Indications & Copyrights
- Group: B (Gazetted)
- Pay Band: PB-2 (₹9,300 – ₹34,800)
- Grade Pay: ₹4,600 (pre-revised)
- 7th CPC Level: Level 7
- Total Vacancies: 43
- Delhi – 30
- Ahmedabad – 13
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility conditions vary for each post. The deputation is open to officers of Central/State Governments, Union Territories, Universities, PSUs, Autonomous or Statutory Organizations, and recognized research institutions.
1. Deputy Registrar
Essential Qualifications:
- Degree in Law from a recognized university; and
- Experience:
- 10 years’ practice at the Bar, OR
- 10 years’ service in State Judicial Service, OR
- 10 years’ work in Legal Department of State/Central Government, OR
- 10 years’ experience in processing applications under Trade Marks/Geographical Indications Act, OR
- 10 years in teaching law in a recognized university.
OR
- Master’s Degree in Law from a recognized university with 8 years’ experience in teaching/research in law.
Desirable:
- Ph.D. in Intellectual Property.
2. Assistant Registrar
Essential Qualifications:
- Degree in Law from a recognized university; and
- Experience:
- 5 years’ practice at the Bar, OR
- 5 years’ experience in State Judicial Service, OR
- 5 years’ service in the Legal Department of State/Central Government, OR
- 5 years in processing applications under Trade Marks/Geographical Indications Act, OR
- 5 years in teaching law in a recognized university.
OR
- Master’s Degree in Law with 3 years’ experience in teaching or research in law.
Desirable:
- Ph.D. in Intellectual Property.
3. Examiner
Essential Qualifications:
- Degree in Law from a recognized university; and
- At least 2 years’ experience in:
- Handling court cases, OR
- Legal matters related to Trade Marks or Geographical Indications.
Desirable:
- Master’s Degree in Intellectual Property.
Duties & Responsibilities
Each role comes with distinct legal, adjudicatory, and administrative duties:
Deputy Registrar
- Acts as a Tribunal authority under the Trade Marks Act and GI Act.
- Conducts hearings of contested matters.
- Issues speaking orders and decisions.
- Represents and briefs the Central Government Counsel in court cases, including CAT, High Court, and other forums.
- Supervises Assistant Registrars, Examiners, and other staff.
- Any other duties assigned by senior officers (Joint Registrar/Registrar).
Assistant Registrar
- Functions as a quasi-judicial authority under the Acts.
- Hears and adjudicates contested applications.
- Issues decisions/orders on disputes.
- Represents the office in legal cases and briefs government counsel.
- Assists the Deputy Registrar in managing workload.
Examiner
- Examines new trademark applications as per the Act & Rules.
- Reviews responses to examination reports.
- Prepares notings, correspondence, and reports for senior officers.
- Guides applicants and stakeholders regarding registration procedures.
- Acts as a liaison officer between various registry sections and applicants.
Deputation Rules & Tenure
- Deputationists cannot claim regular promotion during tenure.
- Deputation period:
- Deputy Registrar: Up to 4 years.
- Assistant Registrar & Examiner: Up to 3 years.
- Maximum age limit: 56 years as of the closing date.
- Officers cannot withdraw candidature after volunteering.
- Selected officers may be posted anywhere in India.
Pay Scale & Benefits
The pay and allowances will be regulated as per DoPT (Department of Personnel & Training) rules:
| Post | Pay Band & Grade Pay | 7th CPC Level | Approx. Salary* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Registrar | PB-3 ₹15,600 – 39,100 + GP ₹7,600 | Level 12 | ₹78,800 – 2,09,200 |
| Assistant Registrar | PB-3 ₹15,600 – 39,100 + GP ₹6,600 | Level 11 | ₹67,700 – 2,08,700 |
| Examiner | PB-2 ₹9,300 – 34,800 + GP ₹4,600 | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – 1,42,400 |
*Salaries are approximate and include basic pay + allowances (DA, HRA, TA, etc.).
How to Apply for CGPDTM Recruitment 2025
- Mode of Application:
- Candidates must apply through proper channel (via controlling officer/parent department).
- Applications can also be submitted online via the official portal.
- Documents Required:
- Duly filled application form (prescribed proforma).
- Attested copies of ACRs/APARs (last 5 years).
- Vigilance Clearance Certificate.
- Integrity Certificate.
- Statement of Major/Minor penalties (if any).
- Submission Address:
The application should reach: Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks
Bouddhik Sampada Bhawan,
Plot No. 32, Sector-14,
Dwarka, New Delhi – 110078 - Mode of Dispatch:
- By Registered/Speed Post only.
- Last Date:
- Within 30 days from the date of publication of this advertisement in Employment News.
Important Instructions
- Incomplete applications or those not routed through the proper channel will be rejected.
- Applications without ACRs/APARs, Vigilance Clearance, or required certifications will not be considered.
- Number of vacancies is subject to change depending on requirements.
- Officers selected cannot withdraw candidature after acceptance.
Key Highlights of CGPDTM Recruitment 2025
- Total Vacancies: 86 (Deputy Registrar – 34, Assistant Registrar – 09, Examiner – 43)
- Posting Locations: Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad
- Maximum Age: 56 years
- Tenure: 2–4 years (depending on post)
- Eligibility: Law graduates with legal/judicial experience
- Application Deadline: 30 days from advertisement publication
