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Patent Registration in India
Overview

Patent Registration in India: Complete Guide (2026)

After the procedure of patent registration, one gets the property right to an invention administered by an individual or a firm. If your invention is unique, the government will grant you the full right for your product.

A patent grants you the full right of making, using, selling, or importing the product or process — and prohibits others from doing so. In India, patents are governed by the Patent Act, 1970 and the Patent Rules, 1972.

The lifetime of a patent is 20 years. This period is fixed in most cases and cannot be extended by the act of parliament — except in rare instances where it could be extended by a couple of years. A patent can cover a process, art, method of manufacture, particular apparatus, machine, computer software, chemical, drug, or technical application.

Definition

What is Patent Registration?

Patent Registration is the legal process by which an inventor obtains an intellectual property right to their invention — granted by the government in exchange for full disclosure of the invention to the public.

Once granted, a patent awards you the full right of making, utilizing, selling, or bringing in the item or process and denies others from doing so. It becomes an intangible asset that can be licensed, sold, or used to raise capital.

The patent could be for a process, art, method of manufacture, particular apparatus, machine, computer software, chemicals, drugs, or technical application. We at S.K. & Associates act as a patent specialist and assist organisations with registering in Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, and all other Indian cities.

Step-by-Step

Procedure for Patent Registration in India

Five simple steps — from form to acknowledgment.

01
Step 1: Fill Patent Application Form

All you need to do is complete our simple form and provide your basic information required while filing for patent registration.

02
Step 2: Conduct a Patent Search

After receiving all documents from your side, we will conduct a patentability search for you — before any filing is attempted.

03
Step 3: Prepare Application

On the basis of your basic information and documents, we will draft your complete patent application.

04
Step 4: Patent Submission

After the final review, we will file the patent application with the Indian Patent Office on your behalf.

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Step 5: Your Work is Completed

After submitting all the documents and patent applications, we will email you the acknowledgment. Your patent application is now on record.

Documents

Documents Required for Patent Registration

The following documents are needed to get your patent registered.

Complete Document Checklist
  • Patent application in Form-1
  • Proof of right to file the application for patent — attached at the end of the application or along with it
  • If complete specifications are not available, then provisional specifications
  • In the case of provisional specifications, complete specification in Form-2 within 12 months
  • Statement and undertaking under Section 8 in Form-3 (if applicable)
  • If a patent application is filed by a patent agent, then Power of Authority in Form-26
  • If the application is for biological material, permission from the National Biodiversity Authority before grant of the patent
  • Source of geographical origin, in the case of biological material used in the innovation
  • All applications must bear the signature of the applicant / authorised person / Patent attorney
  • Last page of the complete/provisional specification must be signed by the applicant/agent, including sign at the right bottom corner of drawing sheets
Types

Types of Patent Applications in India

Choose the route that fits your invention's filing timeline.

Ordinary Application

This application is administered when there are no applications or references to another application under process within the Indian Patent Office. The priority date and filing date are the same for conventional applications.

Conventional Application

If an innovator has already filed a patent in another nation and now wants to do likewise in India, this comes under the conventional application. It is compulsory to file the Indian patent application within 12 months of the first filing.

PCT International Application

The PCT International application allows you to file the patent application in different nations — up to 142 countries. It can take between 30-31 months from the universal filing date to enter and guarantee safety in each country.

PCT National Phase Application

You can file this application within 31 months from the global filing date, entering the Indian national phase of your PCT application.

What's Included

What is Included in Our Package

End-to-end patent registration support from our team.

Prior Art Search

A thorough patentability/novelty search to check whether your invention is patentable before filing.

Application Drafting

Complete drafting of the patent specification — provisional or complete — by qualified patent attorneys.

Application Filing

Filing of the patent application with the Indian Patent Office on your behalf.

Government Fees

Government fees for filing the patent application are included in our package.

Detailed Process

The Full Patent Registration Journey

01
Patentability / Novelty Search

This is a required step, in case you haven't done so. Before getting on the way to completing the patent registration process, you should know whether a patent is going to be available for it or not. For this, you need to run a patent search first.

02
Drafting of Patent Application

After the patentability search, the innovator ought to prepare an application in Form 1. Then attach patent details with every application in Form 2, where the complete or provisional specification is referenced depending on the state of development. If it is provisional, a time period of 12 months is given to finish the invention and file the complete application.

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Filing the Patent Application

Step 1: For an application for grant of patent, use Form 1. Step 2: For provisional/complete specification, use Form 2. Step 3: For statement and undertaking under Section 8 (used when a patent application is already filed in a country other than India), use Form 3. Step 4: For declaration as to inventorship, use Form 5. Step 5: For start-ups and small entities, use Form 28.

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Patent Filing — Ideation & Visualization

Ideation: At this stage, the designer is required to pen down the thought or idea and note the key insights regarding the creation that should be protected. Visualization: Create a visual description of your idea in the form of diagrams that clarify the innovation progressively.

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Publication of Patent Application

The application filed with the patent office will be distributed in the official patent diary — done within 18 months of filing. The inventor can use Form 9 for early publication. If there is some limitation set by the Indian Patent Act concerning publishing, it will not be published in the journal.

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Examination

The examination process is done before the patent is allowed, and the application for examination must be made in Form 18. This procedure should not be deferred, as it works on a first-come-first-serve basis. After this application is filed, it is given to the patent officer who verifies every condition per the patent rules.

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Issuance of Examination Report

After a comprehensive search is conducted, the First Examination Report (FER) is filed in this case, listing objections or clarifications required.

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Grant of Patent

After the Patent Officer recognises the fulfilment of complaints raised, the patent is granted. The invention is then legally protected for 20 years.

Pricing

Cost of Patent Registration

Transparent pricing — no hidden charges. Government fees and professional drafting included.

Provisional Patent
₹19,999 onwards
  • Drafting & filing of provisional specification
  • Prior art search included
  • 12-month window to file complete specification
  • Government fees included
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Permanent (Complete) Patent
₹35,999 onwards
  • Complete specification drafting
  • Complete patent application filing
  • End-to-end Registry coordination
  • Government fees included

Note: Final cost depends on the complexity of the invention, the number of claims, and the entity type (individual/startup/MSME vs. large entity). Contact us for a detailed quote.

Requirements

Requirements for Getting a Patent in India

Four core criteria your invention must satisfy.

Patentable Subject Matter

According to the Patents Act, Sections 3 and 4 carry the list of non-patentable topics. Your invention must not fall under this list.

Inventive Step / Non-Obviousness

The subject you wish to patent should not be obvious to specialists in the field. It should be technologically advanced or economically gainful to be patented.

Novelty

The invention should be new and creative. It should not have been used in the public domain anywhere in the world.

Industrial Applicability

The invention should be handy and usable in industries or the public domain — not just a theoretical idea.

Rules

Rules of Patent Registration

Key procedural and fee-related rules under the Patent Act.

Fee Schedule

The primary Schedule of the Patent Act briefs the fee payable for various filings.

Physical Filing Surcharge

10% extra expense is charged if records are documented physically (offline).

Payment Methods

The inventor can pay the charge using electronic methods, demand draft, or banker's cheque. Payment is made to the Controller of Patents.

Transfer Fee Adjustment

If the application is transferred from a natural person to a person other than a natural person, the balance amount will be paid by the new applicant.

Startup Transfer Rules

For startups, if the application is transferred, the split amount will be paid by the individual to whom the application is transferred.

Non-Refundable Fees

The fee once paid will not be refunded — unless some excess amount is paid to the Controller of Patents.

Advance Payment

Charges can be paid in advance of the application process.

Withdrawal Discounts

Some fee measures can be discounted if the application is withdrawn before the first statement of complaint is given.

Advantages

Advantages of Patent Registration

Why a patent is one of the most valuable IP assets you can own.

Keeps Competitors at Bay

It keeps competitors at bay — you have all rights reserved to yourself, protecting your market position.

Increases Business Revenue

It increases your business revenue by enabling the patent holder to charge a premium for the invention.

Sellable & Licenseable Property

Patents are just like other forms of property — it is possible to license or sell them for revenue.

Easier to Raise Capital

It makes it easier to raise capital for your business if you are ready to sell or license the patent that you possess.

Increases Credibility

The credibility of the inventor goes up after patent registration — signalling innovation and legal rigour.

Royalty Income

Selling the idea outright brings in much advantage to the inventor. It brings a royalty of 5% or less, highly advantageous to people who have an idea but not enough money to bring it to market.

Comparison

Patent vs Copyright

Understanding the difference before you decide what protection to file for.

Basis Patent Copyright
Applies toInventions & IdeasPhotographs, movies, music, software code
ApplicantsInventors and designersArtists and creative professionals
Ownership without registrationNoYes, but rights are limited
Validity20 yearsLifetime of the author, plus 60 years

Which one for your app? If it's the technical idea you seek protection for, then getting it patented is a good option — provided it meets the patentability criteria. If you wish to protect just the logo and designs used, a trademark would be more feasible. Literary and artistic works within your app can be protected by copyright.

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Why Us

Why Choose S.K. & Associates for Patent Registration

End-to-end support from patentability search to grant — all under one roof.

Protect Your Invention in 10 Days

Our streamlined process gets your provisional patent filed within 10 days of receiving complete inputs.

Prior Art Search Included

We conduct a thorough patentability/novelty search to confirm your invention is patentable before filing.

Expert Patent Drafting

Your patent specification is drafted by qualified patent attorneys — the quality of drafting determines the breadth of protection.

Multiple Filing Routes

We handle Ordinary, Conventional, PCT International, and PCT National Phase applications.

Government Fees Included

Our packages include government fees for filing the patent application.

30+ Offices, 10+ Years

Backed by 30+ offices across India, 10+ years of experience, and a money-back guarantee.

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Connect with S.K. & Associates today and file your patent application — with prior art search, expert drafting, and government fees included.

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Conclusion

Your Invention Deserves Legal Protection

A patent is one of the most valuable assets an inventor or business can own — giving you exclusive rights to make, use, sell, or license your invention for 20 years. It keeps competitors at bay, increases revenue through premium pricing, opens doors to capital, and adds significant credibility to your innovation.

But the process is precise: patentability search, correct forms, careful drafting, timely filing, and coordinated examination. Miss any step and you risk losing the protection you deserve. With S.K. & Associates, the entire journey is handled by patent attorneys — from prior art search to grant. Provisional patents from ₹19,999 onwards, complete patents from ₹35,999 onwards, with government fees included. Connect with us today.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

After the process of patent registration, one gets intellectual property right to an invention carried out by an individual or a firm. In case it is unique, the government will grant you the full right for your product. It grants you the full right of making, using, selling, or importing the product or process and prohibits others from doing so. The patents in India are governed by the Patent Act 1970 and Patent Rules 1972.

You can get your patent registration using our expert services. We at LegalRaasta ensure a smooth procedure of patent registration — from the prior art search and drafting to filing and grant.

We at LegalRaasta charge ₹19,999 onwards for a provisional patent and ₹35,999 onwards for a permanent (complete) patent. Final cost depends on the complexity of the invention and the entity type.

The steps are: Patentability/Novelty research, Drafting of patent application, Filing the patent application, Patent filing, Publication of patent application, Examination, Issuance of the examination report, and Grant of patent.

The key documents include: Patent application in Form-1, Proof of right to apply for a patent, Provisional or complete specifications, Form-3 for statement under Section 8, Form-26 for Power of Authority if filed by an agent, National Biodiversity Authority permission for biological material, and signatures on the specification and drawings.

The invention that can be patented could be: Art, process, method or manner of manufacture; Machine, apparatus, or other articles; Substances produced by manufacturing; Computer software with technical application to industry or used with hardware; and Product patent for food, chemicals, medicines, and drugs.

A patent is valid for 20 years from the filing date. This period is fixed in most cases and cannot be extended by act of parliament.

Details of the invention in the form of a CD or pen drive mentioning the name, comparison with other existing products, uses, and date of publication (if any). The information of the applicant should also be provided.

After the expiration of the patent, the patentee is supposed to disclose the invention in the patent document for anyone to practice — the invention then enters the public domain.

Yes, conducting a patent search first is highly advised. Every year, many new inventions are patented, and even more are rejected due to copied reasons. A prior patent search saves time, effort, and government fees.

It is advised that you first complete the process of patent registration and only then disclose the information to potential investors. In case it is unavoidable, we recommend a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) with your potential investor.

An applicant is required to submit a request for hearing 10 days before the expiry of the statutory period. In case of failure to do so, the Controller may refuse the application without hearing the inventor's take on the matter.

Yes. We have a pan-India service for patent applications, with satisfied clients in Mumbai, Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Surat, Pune, Jaipur, Lucknow, Kanpur, Nagpur, and other Indian cities.

No. Patents are granted on the condition that details will be disclosed to the general public. Hence, it is not possible to keep the invention a secret once patented.

For software to be patented, it must fulfil the patentability criteria of being novel, non-obvious (inventive step), and industrially applicable. It should not fall under the category of non-patentable items. To ensure novelty, expert help for a patentability search is recommended.

Patent applies to inventions and ideas, is filed by inventors and designers, has no automatic ownership without registration, and is valid for 20 years. Copyright applies to photographs, movies, music, and software code; is filed by artists and creative professionals; has limited automatic ownership; and is valid for the author's lifetime plus 60 years.

This depends on the element of the app you wish to protect. If it's the technical idea, patenting is a good option — provided it meets the patentability criteria. If you wish to protect just the logo and designs, a trademark would be more feasible. Literary and artistic works within your app can be protected by copyright.