Department of Patents, Designs & Trademarks (DPDT) under the Ministry of Industries of the Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh. An important objective of creating this website is to disseminate useful information relating to Intellectual Property (IP), so that the stakeholders can learn about our services online.
In Bangladesh, the protection of industrial property comes under the purview of the Ministry of Industries. On behalf of M/O Industries Department of Patents, Designs & Trademarks (DPDT) administers all the activities relating to industrial property. By integrating the former “Patent Office” and “Trademarks Registry Office”, DPDT started its work as a department in 2003.
The Department of Patents, Designs & Trademarks (DPDT) in Bangladesh is a government agency responsible for the registration and protection of intellectual property rights in the country. The DPDT is under the Ministry of Industries and is headquartered in Dhaka, the capital city of Bangladesh.
The DPDT administers the laws related to patents, designs, trademarks, and geographical indications. It receives and processes applications for the registration of patents, designs, and trademarks, and grants legal protection to the owners of these intellectual property rights.
The DPDT also has a role in enforcing intellectual property laws in Bangladesh and may initiate legal action against infringers of intellectual property rights. It also provides services such as intellectual property education and awareness and promotes innovation and creativity in the country.
In addition to its primary responsibilities, the DPDT also collaborates with other government agencies and international organizations to develop policies and strategies related to intellectual property rights. Overall, the DPDT plays a crucial role in protecting and promoting innovation and creativity in Bangladesh, and ensuring that intellectual property rights are respected and enforced.
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