Trademark Registry in a move to improve transparency and efficiency in trademark proceedings, the Trademark Registry of India for Trademark Registration has introduced a new pop-up notification feature within its e-filing system. This development is expected to improve communication between the Registry and applicants, making real-time updates a new standard in trademark compliance.
What is the New Feature?
The newly introduced pop-up system offers instant alerts for key updates, including:
• Hearing Notices
• Examination Reports
• Adjournments
• Other important communications from the Trademark Office
This feature ensures that users logged into the portal will receive timely notifications the moment new correspondence is issued—eliminating delays caused by traditional email-only alerts or manual checking.
Notice Availability Post 7:00 PM
According to the update, any notice issued during working hours will now be accessible after 7:00 PM on the same day. This timing standardization is expected to bring clarity and predictability for professionals and applicants who monitor daily changes in application status.
Benefits
While it’s still early to evaluate its full impact, the new notification system aims to bring several key benefits:
• Faster Response Times: Professionals can take immediate action on hearing notices or examination reports.
• Greater Transparency: Applicants will no longer miss critical deadlines due to communication delays.
• Enhanced User Experience: The interface now displays notifications and reminders clearly within the control panel.
How It Looks on the Portal
The e-filing platform now features a new “Notifications/Reminders” section on the dashboard. As of the rollout date (03-March-2025), users can view:
• Notification Count
• Reminder Count
• Links to view all notifications and reminders
This user-friendly addition reflects a broader effort by the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks (CGPDTM) to modernize India's IP infrastructure.
Conclusion
The Trademark Registry's new pop-up alert feature marks a positive step toward digitization and real-time compliance. If implemented smoothly and maintained consistently, this update could significantly reduce the procedural lag and improve the responsiveness of India’s IP ecosystem.