Overview of the Indian Patent System
$95
About the Course
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to learn how the Indian patent system compares with the U.S. and European patent systems.
Key points regarding compulsory licensing, utility models, national phase entry, and patent enforcement are discussed, providing valuable comparative insight for global patent strategy.
Among the issues discussed during this webinar are:
- •How does India’s adaptation of TRIPS affect patent life, manufacturing requirements, and patents covering end products?
- •To what extent are pre-grant and post-grant opposition allowed in India?
- •Are plant varieties patentable in India?
- •What are the Indian government’s aims with respect to compulsory licensing?
- •Under what circumstances can an Indian patent be revoked?
- •Under what circumstances can compulsory licensing be triggered for purposes of exporting?
- •What is the significance of patent holders being required to file Form 27?
- •What are examples of non-patentable subject matter under Section 3(d) of the Indian Patents Act?
- •What is ever-greening and how is it addressed under Indian patent law?
- •How long are utility model inventions protected under Indian law?
- •What is the required timeframe for filing national phase entry in India?
- •What is the publication timeline for national phase entry filings?
- •What trends are emerging concerning patent enforcement in India?
- •What initiatives are governments in India undertaking to spur innovation?
- •What is the average patent pendency in India?
This course also includes an explanation and example of an IP Roadmap.
Course Leaders
C. R. Jacob, Managing Partner, IP Astra
In a career spanning over 12 years, C. R. Jacob has served in roles including partner at Evergreen Valley Law Group and Deputy General Manager of Operations at a biotechnology firm.
He holds an M.Tech degree in Sensor System Technology and has extensive experience handling patents for Fortune 500 companies and fabless semiconductor firms, focusing on patent drafting, invalidation, prior art searches, and office action responses.
Chris Waite, IP Astra
Chris Waite is completing a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a focus on Marketing Management from the University of Guelph in Ontario, Canada. He brings a diverse, international perspective informed by experience in healthcare, corporate real estate, and government services.
Course Length
Approx. 0.75 hours
Pricing
$95 per user