Patent Registration
Protect your invention with a patent — from patentability search through specification drafting to filing with the Indian Patent Office. We handle prior art search, claims drafting, filing and examination response through to grant.
Starting at ₹9,999**Professional fee only — government filing fees (which vary by applicant type — individual/startup or company — and are lower for DPIIT-recognised startups) are additional and quoted upfront before you proceed.
What Is a Patent?
A patent is an exclusive legal right granted for an invention that is new, involves an inventive step, and is capable of industrial application. Registered under the Patents Act, 1970, it gives the inventor the sole right to make, use, sell or license the invention for 20 years from the date of filing, in exchange for publicly disclosing how the invention works. Filing involves a patentability search to check for existing prior art, drafting a specification with detailed claims, and responding to examination queries from the Indian Patent Office before the patent is finally granted. Patentability, examination and grant are governed by Sections 2(1)(j), 12 and 43 of the Patents Act, 1970.
Who Should Apply for a Patent?
Inventors & researchers — individuals or teams who've developed a genuinely new product, process or technical solution.
Startups building proprietary technology — businesses whose core value lies in a novel invention they want to protect from copying.
Manufacturers with a new process or product — companies that have engineered a new manufacturing method, formulation or device.
DPIIT-recognised startups — eligible for expedited examination and a significant fee rebate on patent applications.
Businesses planning to license or sell technology — a granted patent makes an invention easier to license, sell or use as investment collateral.
What's Included in Our Patent Service
Patentability Search
Prior art search to assess novelty and inventive step before filing.
Provisional/Complete Specification
Drafted by patent professionals covering all claims comprehensively.
Application Filing
Filed with the Indian Patent Office in the appropriate jurisdiction.
Examination Response
We respond to First Examination Reports (FER) raised by the examiner.
Documents Required for Patent Filing
Invention disclosure — a detailed technical description of how the invention works, its components and advantages.
Drawings or diagrams — technical drawings illustrating the invention, where applicable.
Applicant & inventor details — identity proof and address of the applicant(s) and inventor(s).
Proof of right to file — an assignment deed if the applicant is not the inventor (e.g., an employer filing on behalf of an employee-inventor).
DPIIT recognition certificate (if applicable) — to claim the startup fee rebate and expedited examination.
Power of Attorney — authorising our patent agent to file and prosecute the application on your behalf.
How It Works
Patentability Search
We assess novelty against existing prior art.
Specification Drafting
Provisional or complete specification prepared with claims.
Filing & Publication
Application filed and published after 18 months (or earlier on request).
Examination & Grant
We respond to examination reports until the patent is granted.
Estimated Processing Time
Patent registration in India typically takes 2-5 years from filing to grant, depending on the technology area, backlog at the relevant Patent Office, and whether expedited examination is requested (available to DPIIT-recognised startups and a few other categories). Once granted, protection lasts 20 years from the filing date, subject to annual renewal fees.
For the official filing procedures and fee schedule, you can also refer to the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM) website.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Publicly disclosing, publishing or selling the invention before filing, which can destroy its novelty.
Filing without a thorough patentability and prior-art search, risking rejection on grounds of lack of novelty.
Drafting claims that are too broad (inviting objections) or too narrow (leaving the invention easy to design around).
Missing the deadline to file a Request for Examination, which can indefinitely stall the application.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can be patented in India?
An invention that is new, involves an inventive step, and is capable of industrial application can be patented in India, covering products and processes across most fields of technology, subject to specific exclusions under the Patents Act, 1970.
How long does patent registration take in India?
Typically 2-5 years depending on the technology area and whether expedited examination is requested.
What's the difference between provisional and complete specification?
A provisional specification secures an early filing date with a broad description of the invention; the complete specification with full claims must follow within 12 months of the provisional filing.
How long does patent protection last?
20 years from the date of filing, subject to payment of annual renewal fees to keep the patent in force.
Why is a patentability search important?
A patentability search reviews existing prior art to assess whether the invention is genuinely novel and involves an inventive step, helping avoid filing an application that's likely to be rejected.
Can a DPIIT-recognised startup get faster or cheaper patent examination?
Yes, DPIIT-recognised startups and small entities are eligible for expedited examination and a significant fee rebate compared to large entities — see our DPIIT recognition service.
What happens after a patent application is filed?
The application is published 18 months after filing (or earlier on request), examined on request within the prescribed period, and a First Examination Report is issued, which must be responded to before the patent can be granted.
You May Also Need
Design Registration
Protect the visual appearance of a product alongside its patent.
DPIIT Startup India Registration
Qualify for expedited examination and a patent fee rebate.
Trademark Registration
Protect your brand name alongside your invention.
How long does patent registration take in India?
From filing to grant typically takes 2-5 years depending on the technology area and whether expedited examination is available, though provisional protection begins from the filing date itself.
What is the term of patent protection?
A patent is valid for 20 years from the filing date, subject to payment of annual renewal fees to keep it in force.