Patent Assistance

• DPIIT-recognised Madhya Pradesh startups seeking patent filing cost reimbursement.

About this scheme

The Patent Assistance program, a flagship initiative under the Madhya Pradesh Startup Policy 2022, is strategically designed to bolster innovation and intellectual property protection for emerging enterprises within the state. Administered by the Department of MSME, Government of Madhya Pradesh, this program reflects the agency's steadfast commitment to fostering a dynamic and supportive ecosystem for micro, small, and medium enterprises, including the thriving startup community across the region. The Department's core mandate extends to formulating and implementing policies that deliver crucial support and resources, thereby significantly contributing to Madhya Pradesh's economic development and job creation through entrepreneurship.

Through this program, eligible startups can secure substantial financial reimbursement for the costs intricately linked with obtaining intellectual property rights. The financial support extends up to a maximum of Rs. 5,00,000 (Five Lakh Indian Rupees) per startup, making a significant impact on their ability to protect innovations. This comprehensive reimbursement covers a wide array of essential expenses, including attorney fees for legal advice and drafting, official filing fees mandated by patent offices, and various other statutory charges incurred throughout the rigorous patent application process. Critically, the assistance is not limited to domestic innovation; both patent filings within India and international patent applications submitted under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) are eligible for this crucial financial aid.

The primary objective of this funding mechanism is multifaceted: to incentivize innovation, enable startups to proactively protect their novel product and process developments, and ultimately to cultivate a strong culture of intellectual property creation within Madhya Pradesh. By mitigating the often-prohibitive financial burden associated with patenting, the government aims to establish a more supportive and secure environment. This encourages startups to intensify their investment in cutting-edge research and development, accelerate the commercialization of novel technologies and solutions, and ensure that their promising innovations are legally safeguarded against infringement. Such proactive support is vital for fostering a robust and competitive entrepreneurial landscape that can attract further investment and talent to the state.

Who can apply

• The applicant must be a startup formally recognized by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), ensuring adherence to national startup definitions and genuine innovation.
• The startup must be established, registered, and primarily operating within the geographical boundaries of Madhya Pradesh, emphasizing the state government's focus on nurturing local talent and enterprise.
• The patent for which assistance is sought must be filed under the legal name of the applying startup, confirming direct ownership of the intellectual property by the beneficiary entity.
• The program specifically applies to product or process patents that have been successfully granted to startups based in Madhya Pradesh, ensuring that the reimbursement supports proven innovations.

Eligible entity types: Private Limited, LLP, Partnership

Benefits & funding

• Financial reimbursement up to Rs.
• 5 lakh for patent filing costs, covering attorney fees, official filing fees, and other statutory charges for both domestic and international patent applications.
• Supports intellectual property protection and innovation.

How the application process works

The journey below is informational, compiled from the official program guidelines. Applications are submitted directly with Department of MSME, Government of Madhya Pradesh, in your own name.

1. 1

   Applications are submitted digitally through the official MP Startup portal with patent documentation and attorney invoices.

2. 2

   Applications are reviewed for eligibility under the Madhya Pradesh Startup Policy 2022.

3. 3

   Approved startups receive reimbursement of patent filing costs as specified under the policy.

Documents checklist 4

• DPIIT Certificate
• Patent Filing Receipts/Grant Certificate
• Attorney Invoices
• Bank Details

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