Blog & IP Insights
Patent vs Trademark: Protecting Inventions and Brands
Understand the key differences between patent vs trademark protection in Nepal, including terms, processes, an...
10 Trademark Myths Nepali Businesses Still Believe
Many Nepali business owners operate under costly trademark myths—the most damaging being that registering a co...
Rebranding Without Losing Your Trademark Rights
Rebranding your business while keeping your trademark rights intact in Nepal requires filing a fresh applicati...
The Trademark Assignment Form in Nepal: How to Complete It
In Nepal, a trademark assignment form is the legal instrument you file with the Department of Industry (DoI) t...
Can I Trademark a Product Already on the Market?
Yes — you can trademark a product that is already on the market in Nepal, provided no one else has already reg...
How to Recover a Lapsed Trademark in Nepal
You can restore a lapsed trademark in Nepal by filing a renewal application with the Department of Industry (D...
The Industrial Property Bulletin: What It Is and How to Read It
The Industrial Property Bulletin is the official gazette published by Nepal's Department of Industry (DoI) whe...
Naming Your Startup: Pick a Brand You Can Register
A naming strategy for Nepali startups — use the distinctiveness spectrum to choose a brand name that is both m...
Collective and Certification Marks in Nepal
A collective or certification mark in Nepal lets a group of producers, traders, or an authorised body protect...








