Patent Registration in India

80% fee rebate for DPIIT startups — from prior art search to grant

Validity: 20 years from the date of filing; non-renewable (patent expires after 20 years)Handled by verified compliance experts. 100% online process.

What is Patent Registration in India?

Protect your invention with an Indian patent under the Patents Act 1970. DPIIT-recognised startups and MSMEs get 80% rebate on government fees. Expedited examination track reduces grant timeline to 12–18 months.

Patents in India are governed by the Patents Act 1970 (amended in 2005). India has four Patent Offices (Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata). DPIIT-recognised startups and MSMEs get 80% rebate on all government fees. The 'Request for Expedited Examination' track reduces the examination wait from 48+ months to 12–18 months.

Who Needs Patent Registration in India?

Deep-tech startups, hardware companies, pharmaceutical companies, and any inventor with a novel, non-obvious, and industrially applicable invention should file for a patent. Filing before public disclosure is critical.

What's Included

Prior art search (Espacenet, Google Patents, IP India)
Complete patent specification drafting (abstract, description, claims, drawings)
Provisional or complete patent application filing
Request for Expedited Examination (startup/MSME track)
First Examination Report (FER) response
80% government fee rebate for DPIIT startups

⚠️ Penalty for Non-Compliance

Once an invention is publicly disclosed (paper published, demo given, product launched), there is a 12-month grace period to file a patent application in India. After this window closes, the invention cannot be patented.

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How It Works

1
Prior Art Search
We conduct a comprehensive search of patent databases (Espacenet, Google Patents, IP India) to assess novelty and patentability before filing.
2
Patent Drafting
Our patent professionals draft the complete patent specification — including abstract, description, drawings, and most importantly, the claims that define the scope of protection.
3
Provisional or Complete Application
A Provisional Application (without claims) can be filed to establish a priority date quickly, followed by a Complete Application within 12 months. Or we file directly with a Complete Application.
4
Publication
The application is published in the Official Journal 18 months after the filing date (or priority date). Applicants can request early publication.
5
Request for Examination
Examination is not automatic — you must file a Request for Examination (Form 18 or 18A for expedited). The examiner issues a First Examination Report (FER).
6
Grant
After responding to the FER and any objections, the patent is granted and published in the Official Journal. The patent is valid for 20 years from the filing date.

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Documents Required

Items marked Required are mandatory; others are situational.

Invention Details

Detailed description of the inventionRequired
How it works, the problem it solves, and what makes it new — the more detail the better
Drawings or diagrams (if applicable)
Technical drawings that illustrate the invention; required for mechanical/device patents
Claims (if already drafted)
The scope of protection you want; we draft these as part of the specification

Applicant Details

PAN Card of inventor(s) and applicantRequired
For identity verification and fee concession eligibility
Startup India / MSME certificate (if applicable)
To avail the 80% fee concession on government fees

Authorisation

Signed Form 26 (Power of Attorney)Required
Authorises us as your Patent Agent to file and prosecute on your behalf

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Fees & Pricing

Government Fees

Patent application (Form 1 + Form 2) — Individual / Startup / Small Entity

Per application; 80% concession over standard rate for eligible applicants

1,600

Patent application — Other entities

Standard rate for entities not qualifying as individual/startup/small entity

8,000

Request for Examination (RFE) — Individual / Startup

Filed via Form 18; other entities pay Rs 20,000 for the same standard examination request (a separate expedited Form 18A costs Rs 8,000 for eligible applicants)

4,000

Annual renewal fees (Year 3 onwards)

Payable each year to keep the patent in force; escalates from Year 3

Varies

Professional Fees

Patent filing package (provisional specification)

Prior-art search, drafting, Form 1+2 filing, application management — 1 patent

Varies

Complete specification (additional charge)

Charged separately based on complexity of the invention

Varies

Total (approx.)13,600

* Government fees may vary. GST applicable on professional fees. Final pricing confirmed after review.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can be patented in India?

Any invention that is new, involves an inventive step (non-obvious), and is capable of industrial application. This includes mechanical devices, chemical processes, biotechnology, and technical implementations of software. Pure software, business methods, and mathematical formulas are not patentable on their own.

How long is a patent valid in India?

20 years from the date of filing the patent application, subject to payment of annual renewal fees. There is no extension beyond 20 years.

What is a provisional patent application?

A provisional application establishes your priority date without requiring the full specification and claims. It gives you 12 months to file the complete application. It is useful when the invention is still being developed.

Do startups get any discount on patent fees?

Yes. DPIIT-recognised startups and MSMEs get 80% rebate on all government fees. A complete patent application that would cost ₹15,000+ for a large company costs around ₹1,600 for a recognised startup.

How long does it take to get a patent in India?

The standard track takes 3–5 years from filing to grant. The Expedited Examination track (available to startups) reduces this to 12–18 months.

Is an Indian patent valid in other countries?

No. A patent is territorial. An Indian patent gives you rights only in India. For international protection, you must file separately in each country or use the PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) route, which covers 150+ countries.

What does patent registration cost in India?

Government fees start at Rs 1,600 for the application (Form 1 + Form 2) for individuals, startups, and small entities — an 80% concession over the Rs 8,000 standard rate for other entities. This is separate from professional filing fees for drafting and prosecution.

What documents are needed to file a patent application?

You need a detailed description of the invention (how it works and how it is made), drawings or diagrams if applicable, PAN of the applicant, a DPIIT/MSME certificate to claim the fee rebate, and any prior art references you are aware of.