Post by CS Abdul Fahad

🚨 Attention IP Attorneys: Mandatory e-KYC Compliance Introduced by CGPDTM The Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks (CGPDTM) has issued a Public Notice dated 9 July 2026, making electronic Know Your Customer (e-KYC) verification mandatory for all IP Attorneys practicing before the Intellectual Property Office. If you are an IP Attorney enrolled in the register maintained by the CGPDTM, this is an important compliance requirement that should not be overlooked. Key Highlights: ✅ Mandatory for all IP Attorneys enrolled in the register maintained by the CGPDTM. ✅ Essential for Portal Access: Completion of e-KYC is required to continue accessing the online services available through the IP India e-filing portal. ✅ Compliance Deadline: The e-KYC must be completed within one month from the date of issue of the Public Notice, i.e., on or before 9 August 2026. ✅ How to Complete: The e-KYC form is available on the official IP India e-filing portal and can be accessed using your existing login credentials. Timely completion of the e-KYC process will help ensure uninterrupted access to the Intellectual Property Office's online filing and related services. Stay compliant. Stay updated.