Patent Registration
Documents Required
- Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) of the applicant.
- Authorization to the Patent Attorney.
- A duly signed copy of the Patent specification.
- Documents of prior art in case of international application.
- The Patent Questionnaire
What can be Patented
Novelty
The invention must not have been published or disclosed anywhere in India or abroad before filing the patent application.
Inventive Step
The invention should not be obvious to a person skilled in the relevant field, considering the existing knowledge or documents.
Industrial Applicability
The invention must have practical utility and be capable of being made or used in an industry.
Process of Patent Application
Patent Search
Our team shall conduct a thorough search to check if the invention is already patented or similar inventions exist.
Filing
Our team shall filing the patent application along with the required documents and fees.
Patentability Report
Our team shall evaluate the patentability of the invention and prepare a report.
Publication in Patent Journal
The patent application is published in Patent Journal after a specific period, generally 18 months from the filing date.
Examination
The patent application is examined by the patent office to assess its compliance with patentability criteria.
Objections
If any objections are raised during the examination, our Advocates shall respond and address them.
Grant of Patent
If the application is found to meet all requirements, the patent is granted, and the applicant becomes the patent holder.
Benefits of Patent Registration
Encouragement for Innovations
Patents act as incentives for inventors and encourage further innovations by granting exclusive rights to the inventor.
Protection against Competitors
Patent registration prevents competitors from copying, selling, or importing the patented invention without the owner’s permission.
Potential Revenue Source
Patents can be monetized by selling or licensing them to others. Patent holders have the option to generate income by granting licenses to other companies, allowing them to use the patented technology in exchange for royalties or fees.
Exclusive Rights and Control
Patent registration grants the owner exclusive rights to the invention for a specified period, typically 20 years from the filing date. This exclusive control allows the patent holder to decide how the invention is used, manufactured, or commercialized, providing them with a significant market advantage.
Improves Brand Perception
A patented product makes the patent holder premium and unique and increases its standing in the market. As the patent is granted for 20 years, the patent holder can reap the benefits of the patented product and service and charge premium price and have some kind of monopoly in the market.
Validity of Patent Registration
20 years