Trademark & IP

Provisional Patent Application Filing

Prepare a provisional patent application and plan the next filing step. For eligible Indian applications, a complete specification must be filed within the statutory period; this does not itself grant a patent.

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An IP filing starts with identifying what you want to protect and who should own it. A careful scope check can help you choose the appropriate filing and prepare the supporting information.

About this service

Protect the intellectual property behind your work

A provisional application can document an invention disclosure as an initial patent filing step in eligible cases. It does not itself grant a patent, and the later complete specification must be planned carefully within the applicable statutory period.

Key points to consider

  • Disclose the invention in enough technical detail to explain it.
  • Identify inventors, applicant ownership and any prior public disclosure.
  • Calendar the complete-specification deadline immediately after filing.

What is included

The current service scope is based on the following deliverables:

  • Preparation of applicable patent forms and specification materials
  • Filing support for a provisional specification where permitted
  • Deadline planning for the next complete-specification filing
  1. 01Step 1 of 3

    Tell us about your situation

    Share the mark, its owner, the goods or services it covers and any use or filing history.

  2. 02Step 2 of 3

    Confirm what applies

    We clarify the proposed scope and available search, filing or response work before recommending next steps.

  3. 03Step 3 of 3

    Agree the next steps

    Prepare the agreed IP documents and coordinate the applicable filing or registry response.

Official references

Check current requirements directly with the relevant government authority.

Fees and timing

See what makes up the estimate

The amount shown is a starting point. Confirm the complete quote and expected schedule against your circumstances before proceeding.

Professional fee from

₹499

Starting fee for the listed professional scope.

Government or other charges

+ Govt Filing Fee

Confirm which statutory or third-party costs apply to your case.

Estimated timeline

48 Hours

Timing may depend on complete information, review needs and authority or third-party response.

Before you place an order

  • Check that this service matches the outcome you need.
  • Review the included work and prepare the initial documents.
  • Tell us about prior filings, notices, deadlines or special circumstances.
  • Confirm the complete fee and timeline for your situation.

Common questions

About Provisional Patent Application Filing

What should I have ready for Provisional Patent Application Filing?

Start with Detailed invention disclosure and technical description; Drawings, flow charts or prototype material, if available; Inventor and applicant identity/ownership details. These are preparation prompts, not a request to upload documents with your enquiry. We will confirm what is relevant after reviewing your circumstances.

How long does Provisional Patent Application Filing take?

The current estimated service timeline is 48 Hours. The actual duration can depend on complete and accurate information, the complexity of the matter and processing by the relevant authority or other parties. We will confirm the expected steps after reviewing your details.

What is the deadline after filing a provisional patent specification in India?

For an eligible Indian patent application filed with a provisional specification, the Patent Act requires a complete specification within twelve months from the filing date. If it is not filed in time, the application is deemed abandoned. Confirm the exact deadline and application type with a registered patent professional.

What does the price for Provisional Patent Application Filing cover?

The listed professional fee starts at ₹499. + Govt Filing Fee. The final amount can depend on statutory charges, the facts of your matter and any additional work you request; confirm the complete quote before proceeding.

What happens after I send a Provisional Patent Application Filing enquiry?

A team member can review the details you submit, follow up if more context is needed and confirm availability, scope, fees and expected timing. Sending an enquiry does not start an engagement or require payment.

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