Granting a patent for your invention is a quite complicated procedure. As an investor, you need to follow certain mandatory steps to get patented in India, let us know each of them.

1.Patent searching

A patent search is nothing but a search of a patent database to determine whether any patent application is similar or equivalent to an invention which is to be patented. Searching for patent improves the chances of obtaining a patent and helps to find information on new inventions. Patent searching is considered as one of the key tools for inventors

2.Patent drafting

Patent drafting is the techno-legal document comprises the detailed specifications, background, summary, drawings, claims, description of the invention. In the entire patent registration process, drafting is considered an essential and complicated process.

3.Filing of patent application

The filing of the patent application is the first step towards securing a patent for your invention. Filing a patent application is a relatively complicated process. As an investor, you need to act fast to defend your rights. Sometimes your application can be rejected; avoid these circumstances, you need to be very attentive in filing a patent.

4.Publication of patent application

One of the essential steps in the process of obtaining a patent Application is publishing. The date of publication holds a special Significance in the patent registration process because the Rights and privileges of the applicant begin on the date of Publication.

5.Request for examination

An application for a patent will not be examined unless the applicant demands an examination. The inventor can request for an examination of the application in the prescribed manner within the stipulated period. If no such request made, then the application shall be treated as withdrawn by the applicant.

6.Grant of patent

The Patent Office will grant a patent if the application fulfills all requirements as per the provisions of the act. However, the patent will be grant after the six months from the date of publication of the patent. Later patent name will be entered in the register of patents and notified in the official journal of the patent office. After the grant of patent each patent will be provided with the serial number by an electronic system, at the same time certificate of the patent is generated.

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