Patent Registration in India | File & Protect Your Invention
Patent drafting, filing, prosecution & portfolio management — guided by experienced IP attorneys
A patent gives you the exclusive legal right to your invention for up to 20 years, stopping others from making, using, or selling it without your permission. At Sanjog S. Pandere & Co. (SSP&Co.), our patent practice covers the full lifecycle of an invention — patent searching and watching, drafting, filing and prosecution, pre-grant and post-grant proceedings, dispute resolution, strategy and advisory, portfolio management, and renewals. With 16+ years in IP law, we help inventors, startups, and companies turn ideas into protected, valuable assets.
Why Patent Your Invention?
An unprotected invention is one a competitor can freely copy. A granted patent gives you a 20-year monopoly to commercialise your idea, license it for royalty income, attract investors who value protected IP, and take legal action against infringers. For a startup, a patent is often the single most valuable asset on the balance sheet — and the earlier you file, the stronger your position, because India follows a “first to file” system.
Types of Patent Applications We Handle
- Provisional Application — secures your priority date early while your invention is still being developed, buying you 12 months to file the complete specification.
- Complete (Non-Provisional) Application — the full specification with claims that defines the scope of your protection.
- PCT (International) Application — a single filing that preserves your right to seek patents in 150+ countries.
- National Phase Application — entering India through the PCT route from a foreign filing.
- Patent of Addition & Divisional Applications — for improvements to, or distinct inventions within, an existing application.
The Patent Registration Process in India
- Patentability Search — we assess whether your invention is novel and non-obvious before you invest in filing.
- Drafting the Specification — the most critical step; we draft precise claims that maximise protection while withstanding scrutiny.
- Filing the Application — provisional or complete, with the patent office.
- Publication — the application is published in the official journal (usually after 18 months, or early on request).
- Request for Examination — must be filed for the application to be examined.
- Responding to the Examination Report — we handle objections and prosecute the application to grant.
- Grant of Patent — once objections are cleared, your patent is granted and entered in the register.
What Can Be Patented in India?
To be patentable, an invention must be novel (new to the world), involve an inventive step (non-obvious to someone skilled in the field), and be capable of industrial application. Note that certain things cannot be patented in India under Section 3 of the Patents Act — including mere discoveries, abstract theories, business methods, computer programs “per se,” and traditional knowledge. We advise you upfront on whether your invention is likely to qualify, so you don’t spend on an application that can’t succeed.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a patent last in India?
A patent is valid for 20 years from the filing date, subject to payment of annual renewal fees.
How long does the process take?
Grant timelines vary, but typically range from a couple of years to several, depending on examination and any objections. An expedited examination route is available in certain cases, such as for startups.
Do I need a patent search first?
Strongly recommended. A prior-art search reveals whether your invention is genuinely novel and saves you from investing in an application that’s likely to fail.
Can a startup get fee concessions?
Yes. Recognised startups, individuals, and small entities are eligible for reduced official fees and expedited examination in India.
Free Patent Consultation
Our team assists with patent searching, drafting, filing, examination response, and hearings throughout India. Whether you’re an individual inventor or a company building a patent portfolio, we’ll help you protect your invention the right way. Call us directly on the number listed above, or send your query through the form below.
Useful references: The Patents Act, 1970 (as amended) and the Patent Rules, 2003.