{"id":1280,"date":"2024-08-22T09:00:33","date_gmt":"2024-08-22T09:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawgicaladda.in\/en\/?p=1280"},"modified":"2024-08-22T09:00:34","modified_gmt":"2024-08-22T09:00:34","slug":"grant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lawgicaladda.in\/en\/grant\/","title":{"rendered":"Steps to Secure a Patent Grant"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#introduction\">Introduction<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#procedure-for-grant-of-patent\">Procedure for Grant of Patent<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#step-1-search-for-patentability\">Step 1: Search for patentability<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#step-2-drafting-a-patent\">Step 2: Drafting a patent<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#step-3-patent-filing-in-india\">Step 3: Patent filing in India<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#step-4-the-patent-application-is-published\">Step 4: The patent application is published<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#step-5-review-of-the-application-for-a-patent\">Step 5: Review of the application for a patent<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#step-6-the-final-grant-decision-for-the-patent\">Step 6: The final grant decision for the patent<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#step-7-patent-renewal\">Step 7: Patent renewal<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"introduction\">Introduction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/ipindia.gov.in\/writereaddata\/Portal\/ev\/sections-index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Indian Patent Act<\/a> stipulates that an individual may only file for and be granted a patent if the invention is a novel product or innovative process that can be produced or used in a particular sector<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A specific method for acquiring a patent in India must be followed to have your innovation patented. The blog post below describes the steps in filing for a patent, including eligibility, types, paperwork needed, advantages, and associated expenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"procedure-for-grant-of-patent\">Procedure for Grant of Patent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-1-search-for-patentability\">Step 1: Search for patentability<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Investigating patentability might help identify relevant prior art that may raise issues if your patent application is granted. A thorough patent search is advised before submitting a patent application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The patent search is a crucial step in the process, as it helps you identify anything significantly comparable to your idea.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This aids in your decision regarding whether or not to move forward with the patent application. If the patent search results in a negative opinion, it saves much money and time that would have been required to apply and finally have it dismissed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-2-drafting-a-patent\">Step 2: Drafting a patent<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is among the most crucial phases of the patent application procedure. A patent draft is a techno-legal document that defines an invention&#8217;s meaning and extent. The quality of the patent draft directly affects the strength and quality of the patent.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, investing a significant amount of time and energy in this phase is advised to guarantee that the highest-caliber patent draft is submitted to the patent office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-3-patent-filing-in-india\">Step 3: Patent filing in India<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The next step is to apply to the patent office when the customer has written and approved the patent. Depending on the invention&#8217;s status, a complete or provisional patent application may be prepared and filed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When the patent office successfully processes the money, an application number is issued upon completion of the filing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-4-the-patent-application-is-published\">Step 4: The patent application is published<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Typically, patent applications are published eighteen months following the initial filing date. There is no need for an extra request because this is an automatic stage in the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can submit a request for early publication <a href=\"https:\/\/ipindia.gov.in\/writereaddata\/Portal\/IPOFormUpload\/1_21_1\/form-9.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">(Form 9) <\/a>to the patent office to have your patent application published earlier than 18 months. Usually, a request for early publication is granted within one month of the request being submitted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-5-review-of-the-application-for-a-patent\">Step 5: Review of the application for a patent<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Patent examination is the process of evaluating an invention that will be patented for novelty and inventive steps. The applicant must ensure that their application is reviewed; the patent application examination does not happen on autopilot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The applicant must submit a &#8220;Request for Examination&#8221; <a href=\"https:\/\/ipindia.gov.in\/writereaddata\/Portal\/IPOFormUpload\/1_30_1\/form-18.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">(Form 18)<\/a> to the patent office to request that the application be examined. The request must be submitted within 48 months of the earlier filing date (or priority date, whichever is earlier).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The patent application will be reviewed as soon as the request for examination is submitted.&nbsp; To determine whether the patent application is submitted for a new and inventive invention, the examiner will perform a patentability search to hunt for comparable technologies during the examination.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The examiner will additionally include a summary of any additional concerns, such as patentable subject matter, from the patent law perspective. After the examination, the examiner will provide a First Examination Report (FER). Within six months, the applicant must reply to the initial examination report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-6-the-final-grant-decision-for-the-patent\">Step 6: The final grant decision for the patent<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The patent office will make a final determination regarding the patent after reviewing the application and determining whether it is approved, denied, or approved with specific modifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-7-patent-renewal\">Step 7: Patent renewal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In India, a patent can be operative for a maximum of 20 years after it is awarded. To maintain its validity, you must file a patent renewal for each year you plan to keep your application active.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Due to the systematic and scheduled nature of the patent application process, deadlines must be met to prevent issues. To make obtaining a patent more straightforward, one can always seek advice and assistance from a patent attorney.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our IPR professionals are here to help if you need it! We will provide a free consultation to walk you through the procedure. Secure your intellectual property with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawgicaladda.in\/\">Lawgical Adda<\/a>. Whether it&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/lawgicaladda.in\/service.php?proslug=trademark-registration\">Trademark Registration<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawgicaladda.in\/service.php?proslug=patent-registration-process-in-india\">Patent Registration<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawgicaladda.in\/service.php?proslug=design-registration\">Design Registration<\/a>, or handling <a href=\"https:\/\/lawgicaladda.in\/service.php?proslug=trademark-opposition\">Trademark Opposition<\/a>, we&#8217;ve got you covered.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure no inconsistencies are discovered during the processing step, we will also assist you in precisely drafting the patent specification and the registration application.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let us guide you through the process\u2014contact us today to protect your innovations. Reach out to Lawgical Adda for expert guidance.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawgicaladda.in\/contact.php\"> Contact us <\/a>today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction The Indian Patent Act stipulates that an individual may only file for and be granted a patent if the invention is a novel product or innovative process that can be produced or used in a particular sector A specific method for acquiring a patent in India must be followed to have your innovation patented. 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