Legal Comparison: Copyright vs Patent in India  Feature Software Copyright Software Patent Protection Scope Source code, design docs, UI, visuals Functional process, system, algorithm Legal Basis Copyright Act, 1957; Berne Convention Patents Act, 1970 (Section 3(k), 10, 11A) Requirements Automatic creation; optional registration Novelty, inventive step, industrial application Duration Life of author + 60 years 20 years from filing Examination Process Not required; efficient; minimal cost Formal examination (Form 18), slow and procedural Ideal Use Case Protecting codebase or UI layout Protecting inventive algorithm, technical functionality Cost & Complexity Low High (drafting + prosecution + claim strategy) What Can Copyright Protect?

Can Software Be Patented?

Defending Your Patent Against Opposition If a patent opposition (either pre-grant or post-grant) has been filed against your patent application or granted patent, don’t panic — you have the right and opportunity to defend it.

What Is a Patent Show Cause Hearing?

What Is a Patent FER Reply?

 MSME Champions Scheme – IP Facilitation Component Governing Authority: Ministry of MSMEObjective: To empower MSMEs to protect their IP globally Features: Financial Assistance: Reimbursement of up to ₹5,00,000 for foreign patent applications (via PCT or Convention route) Covered Expenses: Drafting charges Translation and filing fees Agent or attorney professional fees Mode of Implementation: Only through registered IP Facilitation Centres (IPFCs) Reimbursement Deadline: Within 1 year from the date of payment or filing, as per the latest 2024 guidelines Portal: https://msme.gov.in 2.

Importance of Proper Documentation in Patent Filing Filing a patent application, whether as an Ordinary Application or via the PCT National Phase route, requires strict compliance with the statutory documentation requirements under the Patents Act, 1970 and the Patents Rules, 2003 (as amended in 2024).

What Is a Provisional Patent Specification?

What Is Patent Restoration?

Why Classify Patent Claims?