In India, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) within the Ministry of Commerce & Industry is the nodal department responsible for IPR policy and administration. Key bodies involved in the administration of specific IPRs include the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks (CGPDTM) for patents and trademarks, the Copyright Office for copyright, and the Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers' Rights Authority for plant variety protection. Additionally, the Intellectual Property Appellate Board (IPAB) handles appeals related to IPR disputes.

Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT):
This department is the overarching body responsible for the formulation and implementation of IPR policies and regulations. It also oversees the Cell for IPR Promotion & Management (CIPAM) which acts as a single point of reference for IPR-related matters.
Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks (CGPDTM):
This office, under the DPIIT, is responsible for the administration of patents, designs, and trademarks.
Copyright Office:
This office handles the registration and administration of copyrights.
Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers' Rights Authority:
This body is responsible for administering the Plant Variety Protection Act.
Intellectual Property Appellate Board (IPAB):
This body hears appeals against decisions made by the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks and the Registrar of Copyrights.