July 21, 2025 by Surbhi Rai
The Patent E-Register is an official digital record maintained by the Indian Patent Office (IPO). It offers authentic and up-to-date legal information on all granted patents in India.
Whether you're an inventor, IP counsel, startup founder, or investor, the E-Register is essential for:
Verifying a patent’s legal status
Checking ownership or assignments
Reviewing renewal compliance
Confirming enforceability of rights
You can also check patent status quickly using:
π QuickCompany Patent E-Register Tool
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Information |
Description |
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Patent Number |
Unique number assigned post-grant |
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Title of Invention |
Name or title of the patented technology |
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Patentee Name |
Current legal owner(s) |
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Filing & Grant Date |
Critical for calculating patent term |
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Renewal History |
Whether the patent is maintained annually |
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Legal Status |
Granted, Ceased, Expired, or Revoked |
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Assignments |
Details of ownership transfer (if any) |
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Downloadable Docs |
Grant certificate, specifications, forms |
Visit https://ipindiaservices.gov.in/inpass
Click on “Patent E-Register”
Enter one of the following:
Patent number
Application number
Patentee name
Title of invention
View full legal and renewal details
If you prefer a simplified and fast-tracked search, Visit:
π Quick Company Search
Enter patent number or applicant name
Get direct access to legal status, expiry, and documents
Ideal for startups, investors, and non-lawyers
Confirm if an invention is already protected
Track expiry or lapsed patents for innovation opportunities
Conduct FTO (Freedom to Operate) analysis
Confirm legal standing during litigation or opposition
Validate IP assets in due diligence
Ensure patents are active and properly maintained
Assuming grant = enforcement: If the patent is not renewed, it's not enforceable.
Missing assignments: Always verify who actually owns the patent today.
Relying only on application number: Use the granted patent number for E-Register accuracy.
The Indian Patent E-Register is a powerful transparency tool—free, public, and legally reliable. It helps you make smart decisions about:
Filing strategies
Licensing deals
Infringement risks
Investment due diligence
Use it regularly to stay ahead in your IP strategy—and protect your innovations.
For quick checks, use:
π QuickCompany Patent E-Register Tool
Q1. Is the Patent E-Register the same as the application database?
π No. The E-Register lists only granted patents. For pending applications, use InPASS search.
Q2. Can I check if a patent has expired?
π Yes. The E-Register shows renewal fee history and current status.
Q3. What does “Ceased” mean in the E-Register?
π It means the patent was granted but lapsed due to non-renewal.
Q4. Can I use QuickCompany to track my patents?
π Yes! Their dashboard allows tracking, alerts, and quick access to public records.
Q5. How often is the Patent E-Register updated?
π Regularly—though updates on assignments or court orders can take a few weeks.