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Patent Filing

Provisional or complete patent specifications filing with IP office.

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What is a Patent Application?

A patent application is a formal legal request submitted to the Indian Patent Office (IPO) to secure exclusive rights over a new invention, process, or product. Once granted, a patent gives the inventor the right to prevent others from making, using, or selling the invention without permission for up to 20 years in India. Filing a patent application requires precise technical drafting, legal compliance under the Patents Act, 1970, and timely follow-up with the patent office — which is why professional guidance is critical.

Types of Patents We File

Provisional Patent Application

Filed when your invention is still being developed. Establishes a priority date immediately and gives you 12 months to file the complete specification. Ideal for startups and early-stage inventors.

Complete Patent Application

Filed with full technical specifications, claims, and drawings. Can be filed independently or after a provisional application. This is the application that proceeds toward grant.

PCT (International) Patent Filing

For inventors seeking protection in multiple countries simultaneously. We handle PCT filings under the Patent Cooperation Treaty with WIPO, covering 150+ countries.

Convention/Priority Application

For applicants who have already filed in a foreign country and wish to claim priority in India within 12 months.

Documents Required for Patent Filing in India

Form 1 — Application for Grant of Patent

Form 2 — Provisional or Complete Specification

Form 5 — Declaration as to Inventorship

Form 26 — Power of Attorney (if filed through agent)

Proof of right to file (assignment deed, if applicable)

Drawings/diagrams of the invention (if applicable)

PAN & Aadhaar of the applicant(s)

Patent Application Process in India — Step by Step

Prior Art Search

Before filing, our experts conduct a prior art search to ensure your invention is novel and non-obvious.

Drafting the Specification

We draft the complete patent specification — abstract, claims, description, and drawings — with technical precision.

Filing with Indian Patent Office

The application is filed electronically with the appropriate IPO (Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, or Kolkata) based on your jurisdiction.

Publication

Your patent application is published in the official Patent Journal — typically 18 months from the filing/priority date.

Request for Examination (RFE)

We file Form 18 to request substantive examination of your patent application.

Examination & Objections

The Patent Office may raise objections (First Examination Report). Our team prepares and submits the response.

Grant of Patent

Once all objections are addressed and the application meets all criteria, the patent is granted and published in the Patent Journal.

Frequently Asked Questions — Patent Application

The typical timeline from filing to grant is 2–4 years, depending on the technology field and examination backlog. Filing early and responding to objections promptly helps reduce delays.

Yes. The Indian Patent Office accepts e-filing through the IP India portal. MSR Assessment handles the entire filing process digitally on your behalf.

Any novel, inventive, and industrially applicable invention — including products, processes, machines, and compositions — can be patented. Certain items like mathematical methods, business methods, and discoveries are excluded under the Patents Act.

A provisional application is filed to secure an early priority date when the invention is not fully ready. A complete application includes all technical details and is required for the patent to proceed to examination and grant.

Yes. The Indian Patent Office offers significantly reduced government fees for individuals and recognized startups. MSR Assessment's professional fees are also structured to be startup-friendly.

While not legally mandatory, having a qualified professional handle the drafting and prosecution significantly improves the chances of grant and reduces objections.