SIPP (Startup IP Facilitation): Who Qualifies and What You Get
DPIIT-recognized startups can receive a significant rebate on patent filing fees and free legal help to protect their intellectual property.
This scheme helps new businesses protect their inventions and ideas by reducing the cost of securing patents.
Who it's for
This program is specifically for startups that have already received official recognition from the DPIIT.
What you get
If you qualify, you can receive an 80% rebate on the official fees required to file a patent. Additionally, the scheme provides free legal facilitation to help you navigate the process of protecting your intellectual property.
What it costs you
There is no cost to access this scheme. You simply need to ensure your business is officially recognized under the Startup India program to be eligible.
The catch to know
To receive the fee rebate, you cannot use just any legal representative. You must work through facilitators that have been officially empanelled by the government.
How to apply
- Ensure your startup is recognized by the DPIIT.
- Identify a government-empanelled facilitator for your IP needs.
- Work with the facilitator to file your patent application.
- Check the official Startup India portal for specific filing steps.