- As per the agreement between Indian Patent Office and the International Bureau; the Delhi Patent Office shall perform the duties of International Preliminary Examining Authority.
- The Examining Authority shall establish International Preliminary Examination Report,
- of all international applications electing India.
- on all demands filed by nationals or residents of other countries under the Treaty as per the agreement made and being notified by the International Bureau
- in respect of demands made by nationals or residents of other countries not a party to the Treaty, if the Assembly so approves