The Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM) operates under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. As the apex body for administering India’s intellectual property system—including patents, trademarks, designs, geographical indications, and copyrights—CGPDTM plays a vital role in fostering innovation and protecting creators’ rights through efficient IP administration.
The CGPDTM Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Internship Programme offers an exceptional opportunity for law students, science and engineering graduates, research scholars, and IPR professionals to gain firsthand experience in India’s IP system. Available in both offline and online modes, the program is designed to deepen understanding of IP laws, foster practical exposure to IP administration, and support national IPR policy objectives.
Whether you’re exploring a future in IP litigation, prosecution, or policy-making, this programme offers immersive exposure across core areas like patents, trademarks, copyrights, GIs, and designs.
| Stage | Date / Duration |
|---|---|
| Application Window | Open throughout the year |
| Online Internship | 30 days (1 session daily) |
| Offline – Undergraduate | 30 days (full-time at IP offices) |
| Offline – Short-term | 45 days |
| Offline – Mid-term | Up to 6 months |
| Offline – Long-term | Up to 12 months |
| Certificate Issuance | Within 10 days post completion |
These include offices of the Patent Office, Trademark Office, GI Office, RGNIIPM, Copyright Office, and related IP institutions.
Mode: Online / Offline (based on candidate preference and availability)
Venue (Offline): IP Offices at designated cities mentioned above
The following candidates are eligible to apply:
None. The internship is free of cost.
Interns will be supervised by officials at various Intellectual Property Offices across India and will receive guidance through structured sessions, document reviews, and research tasks.
Individual Internship Only. No team submissions are permitted.
Q1: Who can apply for the CGPDTM internship?
A: Final-year or graduated students of Law, Science, Engineering; research scholars; and IP professionals.
Q2: Is the internship paid?
A: No. It is a non-remunerative internship.
Q3: Can I apply for both online and offline modes?
A: Yes, but based on availability and CGPDTM discretion, you may be allotted one.
Q4: Is there a fixed application deadline?
A: No. Applications are accepted throughout the year.
Q5: Will I receive a certificate?
A: Yes, a certificate of completion will be issued within 10 working days post successful internship completion.
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Application Portal | Apply Here |
| Official Website | Visit Here |
| Contact Email | internship.ipo@gov.in |
| Public Notice (PDF) | Download Notice |
Email: internship.ipo@gov.in
Phone: +91-11-25300205
Address: Intellectual Property India, Boudhhik Sampada Bhawan, Plot No. 32, Sector 14, Dwarka, New Delhi – 110078
Build your future in IP law by working with India’s top IP administration – Apply today to CGPDTM’s Internship Programme!
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