Patent Registration
in India — Secure Your Invention
Protect your novel invention with a 20-year monopoly under the Patents Act 1970. From patentability search to grant — our IP specialists manage the complete patent registration process across India.
Patent at a Glance
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Filing starts from
₹24,999
Governing Act
Patents Act 1970
Authority
Indian Patent Office
Duration
20 Years
Types
Ordinary/Convention/PCT
Search Report
~18 Months
Examination
Within 48 Months
20 Yrs
Monopoly Period
What is Patent Registration?
A patent is a statutory right granted by the Government of India to an inventor, giving them exclusive rights to manufacture, sell, and use their invention for a period of 20 years from the date of filing. It is governed by the Patents Act 1970 and administered by the Indian Patent Office with offices in Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata.
Patent registration is the process of legally protecting a novel, inventive, and industrially applicable invention. Once granted, the patent owner holds a territorial monopoly — no one else can manufacture, use, sell, or import the patented invention in India without authorisation. Patents can be licensed, sold, or used as collateral, making them powerful business assets.
Who Needs Patent Registration?
Any individual or organisation with a novel, inventive, and industrially applicable invention should consider patent registration to protect their competitive advantage.
Inventors & Innovators
Individual inventors with novel ideas or technical solutions that meet patentability criteria.
Tech Startups
Technology companies developing unique software systems, hardware devices, or innovative processes.
Pharmaceutical Companies
Pharma firms developing new drug formulations, compounds, synthesis methods, or delivery systems.
FMCG Product Companies
Consumer goods manufacturers with innovative product formulations, packaging, or manufacturing processes.
Manufacturing Companies
Industrial manufacturers with novel machinery, production processes, or engineering solutions.
Research Institutions & Universities
Academic and R&D institutions with patentable inventions emerging from research projects.
Engineers with Novel Processes
Engineers and technical professionals with inventive process improvements or unique solutions.
Medical Device Developers
Companies designing new diagnostic equipment, surgical tools, implants, or monitoring devices.
Benefits of Patent Registration
20-Year Monopoly
Exclusive rights to manufacture, sell, and use your invention in India for 20 years from filing date.
License & Royalty Income
License your patent to companies and earn recurring royalty income without manufacturing yourself.
Attract Investors & Acquirers
Patents signal innovation and R&D capability, significantly boosting company valuation and investor appeal.
Block Competitors
Legally prevent competitors from copying, manufacturing, using, or selling your patented invention.
Technology Transfer Deals
Monetise your IP through technology transfer agreements with Indian and global corporations.
IP Portfolio Building
Build a defensible intellectual property portfolio that becomes a core business asset.
Enforcement Against Infringement
Take legal action against infringers — injunctions, damages, and accounts of profits through courts.
Global Protection via PCT
File one international application under PCT to seek protection in 150+ countries simultaneously.
Patent Registration Process — Step by Step
Patentability Search
Conduct a thorough novelty and prior-art search to assess whether the invention meets patentability criteria before investment.
Patent Draft Preparation
Prepare complete patent specification including detailed description, claims, abstract, and technical drawings or diagrams.
File Provisional or Complete Spec
File a provisional specification to establish a priority date, followed by complete specification within 12 months, or file complete spec directly.
Filing at Indian Patent Office
Submit application at the relevant Patent Office — Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai, or Kolkata — based on applicant's jurisdiction.
Publication after 18 Months
Application is automatically published in the Official Patent Journal 18 months from earliest filing or priority date.
Request for Examination
File Form 18 requesting substantive examination within 48 months of filing. Early publication and examination is possible on request.
Examination Report Response
Respond to First Examination Report (FER) objections — addressing patentability, novelty, and claim clarity issues raised by the examiner.
Grant & Annual Renewal
Patent granted after examination satisfaction. Annual renewal fees (Form 4) must be paid from the 3rd year onwards.
Patent Registration Document Checklist
The patent specification (description + claims) is the most critical document and must be drafted with precision. Our patent attorneys ensure claims are broad enough to provide comprehensive protection while meeting patentability requirements.
Patent Registration Timeline
Filing
Application filed with priority date
Publication
Published after 18 months
Exam Request
Form 18 filed within 48 months
FER Issued
Examination Report received
Response Filed
Counter-statement submitted
Patent Granted
Certificate issued
Patent grant in India typically takes 3–5 years from filing. Expedited examination is available for startups and certain technology areas. Annual renewal fees are required from Year 3 onwards to maintain patent validity.
What You Receive
Why Choose Company Avenue for Patent Registration?
500+
Patents Filed
95%
Success Rate
15+
Years Experience
24 hrs
Response Time
Protect Your Invention Globally via PCT
The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) allows you to file a single international patent application covering 150+ countries. It is the most cost-effective route for inventors seeking global protection.
150+ Countries
Single PCT filing provides entry to over 150 WIPO member states.
30-Month Window
30 months from priority date to enter national phase in each country.
Cost Efficient
Defer national filing costs while assessing commercial viability globally.
Priority Protected
Indian priority date is preserved across all PCT member countries.
File Indian + PCT Together
For maximum protection, file your Indian provisional application first to secure the priority date, then file a PCT application within 12 months. This strategy gives you global protection while minimising upfront costs.
Frequently Asked Questions — Patent Registration
Protect Your Invention
Our patent specialists handle search, drafting, filing, FER responses, and renewal.
Patent Checklist
Download our complete patent registration checklist as PDF.
500+
Patents Filed
95%
Success Rate
15+
Years Exp.
24h
Response
Fee Concession
Individuals, startups, and MSMEs get an 80% discount on official patent fees.
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Don't let competitors copy your invention. Company Avenue Advisory manages your entire patent journey — from novelty search and specification drafting to filing, examination response, grant, and annual renewal — so your innovation is protected for 20 years.