Rule 117

Restoration of name of persons removed from the register of patent agents

1 - An application for the restoration of the name of any person removed from the register of patent agents under sub-section (2) of section 130 shall be made in Form 23 within two months from the date of such removal.

2 - If the name of a person is restored to the register of patent agents, his name shall be continued therein for a period of one year from the date on which his last annual fee became due.

3 - The restoration of a name to the register of patent agents shall be communicated to the patent agent and also published on the official website.