- is a citizen of India;
- is not less than 21 years of age;
- has passed the examination prescribed in rule 108 or is an Advocate within the meaning of the Advocates Act, 1961 (25 of 1961);
- is a graduate of any university in India or possess an equivalent qualification; and
- is, considered by the Registrar as a fit and proper person to be registered as a Geographical Indications Agent.