1. Check If Your Invention Is Patentable
Make sure your idea is new, useful, and not obvious. Doing a patentability search helps you check if similar patents already exist. You can use online databases like the Indian Patent Office tools.(patentinindia.com)
2. Prepare Your Patent Application
You’ll need to prepare technical documents describing your invention. There are two main types:
Provisional Application – helps secure an early filing date when your invention is still in development
Complete Application – full detailed description of the invention with claims and drawings(Learn by Quicko)
You’ll use official forms such as:
Form-1: Application for grant of patent
Form-2: Specification
Form-3, Form-5, etc.
You can download forms and fee details here: Patent Forms & Fees → https://ipindia.gov.in/Patents/form_and_fees (IP India)
3. File the Application Online
Submit your patent application through the Indian Patent Office e-filing portal:
E-Filing for Patents: https://ipronline.ipindia.gov.in/epatentfiling/goForLogin/doLogin (ipronline.ipindia.gov.in)
You’ll need a digital signature (DSC or e-Sign) to file.(Intepat)
4. Patent Publication
After filing, your application is published in the Patent Journal automatically after 18 months (or quicker if you request early publication).(cleartax)
5. Request for Examination
You must file a Request for Examination (Form-18) within 48 months of filing the application. Without this, your application will be treated as withdrawn.(patentinindia.com)
6. Respond to Official Objections
The Patent Office issues a First Examination Report (FER). You’ll have to reply by addressing objections or amending your application within the stipulated time.(maheshwariandco.com)
7. Grant of Patent
Once all objections are cleared and requirements are met, the patent is granted and published in the patent journal. You get exclusive rights for 20 years from the filing date.(Global Patent Filing)
Useful Official & Reference Links
Patent Forms & Fee Details: https://ipindia.gov.in/Patents/form_and_fees (IP India)
Patent E-Filing Portal: https://ipronline.ipindia.gov.in/epatentfiling/goForLogin/doLogin (ipronline.ipindia.gov.in)
Quick Summary
Steps:
Check patentability →
Draft application →
File online →
Publication →
Request examination →
Reply to FER →
Get patent granted.(brainiac.co.in)