Procedure:

Step-by-Step Procedure for Patent Registration:

1. dea Conception and Novelty Search:
   • Formulate a clear and novel invention idea.
   • Conduct a thorough novelty search to ensure your invention is unique and not already patented.
2. Patent Application Filing:
   • Prepare and file a patent application with the Indian Patent Office (IPO).
   • The application should include:
     • Detailed description of the invention
     • Claims defining the scope of the invention
     • Drawings or diagrams (if applicable)
     • Applicant’s details
3. Publication of Application:
   • The patent application is published in the Indian Patent Journal 18 months after filing.
   • This allows third parties to examine the invention and potentially oppose the patent.
4. Request for Examination:
   • The applicant must request examination of the application within three years from the filing date.
5. Examination by the Patent Office:
   • The patent examiner assesses the application for patentability based on criteria like novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability.
6. First Examination Report (FER):
   • The examiner issues an FER outlining any objections or deficiencies in the application.
7. Response to Objections:
   • The applicant must address the objections raised in the FER within a specified timeframe.
   • This may involve amending the claims or providing further information.
8. Grant of Patent:
   • If the application is found to be patentable, the patent is granted.
   • The applicant receives a patent certificate, granting exclusive rights to the invention for 20 years.