🛡️ Patent Filing Support – Startup IP Lab
What’s Patentable?
You Can Patent More Than You Think
You may be eligible if your idea includes:
- A unique algorithm or software logic
- A technical process, system, or machine
- A novel product design or functionality
- A business method with technical application
💡 We help you validate it with a prior art search before filing.
What’s Included in Our Support
From Strategy to Filing – Fully Covered
| Step | What We Do |
|---|---|
| 🧠 1. Patentability Opinion | Search prior art and assess chances |
| ✍️ 2. Drafting | Draft provisional/complete specification |
| 📄 3. Filing | File with IPO and generate acknowledgment |
| 🔍 4. Request for Examination (RFE) | Apply when required |
| 🛠 5. Objection Handling | Respond to office actions & examiner queries |
| 📬 6. Grant Follow-up | Ensure compliance till closure |
✅ Govt reimburses us via SIPP – you just pay basic statutory fees.
✅ Process time: typically 7–30 days to filing.
Cost Summary
What You Pay – And What the Govt Covers
| Item | Cost to You |
|---|---|
| Patentability Opinion (Optional) | ₹5,000 |
| Govt Filing Fee | ₹1,600 |
| Govt Exam Fee (Within 31 months of filing) | ₹4,000 |
| Admin Expense | ₹200 |
🧾 Total: ₹10,800 (if all steps used)
Minimum: ₹1800
🟨 Govt pays our ₹15,000 service fee under SIPP.
No hourly billing. No hidden charges.
Why File Early?
Filing Early = Protection + Leverage
- Establishes you as the first inventor
- Increases credibility with investors
- Helps deter copycats & clones
- Enables valuation for fundraising
“If it’s core to your product – it should be part of your IP.”
Real Founder Outcomes
“I filed my first patent in 21 days – Startup IP Lab handled everything. I didn’t even know where to begin before this.”
— Priya, SaaS Founder
“Their prior art search helped us pivot and save time – we filed the right claim instead of wasting ₹25K.”
— Vishal, Biotech Founder