Summary
This post presents a comprehensive overview of Indian patent and design statistics for the period from November 24 to December 1, 2023, based on data from the Official Journal of Patents and Designs compiled by BananaIP Counsels. Key findings include detailed breakdowns of patent applications, publications, examinations, and grants across major Indian cities. The report also highlights trends in industrial design registrations and provides annual data for 2023 on patent publications and grants. The analysis underscores the evolving landscape of intellectual property in India, reflecting both regional and national trends. This weekly report aims to enhance awareness and understanding of patent activity within the Indian IP framework.
In the latest data from the Official Journal of Patents and Designs, key insights on patent applications, publications, and grants from 24th of November to 1st December, 2023 were unveiled by BananaIP Counsels, a leading Intellectual Property firm in India.
Patent Statistics Overview:
- Total patent applications this week: 1,971 (Early publications: 700, Ordinary publications: 1,271)
- Patent examination increased by 22.9%, standing at 402.
- Patent grants saw an increase of 26.7% with 3,166 applications.
Breakdown by City – Early Publications:
- Delhi: Decreased by 57.9% (580 to 244)
- Mumbai: drop by 99.7% (402 to 1)
- Chennai: increased by 6.4% (389 to 414)
- Kolkata: surged by 32.2% (31 to 41).
Ordinary Publications by City:
- Delhi: 70.6% decrease (2752 to 807)
- Mumbai: 54.5% decline (546 to 248)
- Chennai: 14.7% decrease (217 to 185)
- Kolkata: dropped by 67.7% (96 to 31)
First Examination Report (FER) Distribution:
- Delhi: 170
- Mumbai: 95
- Chennai: 113
- Kolkata: 24
Publications Under Grant by City:
- Delhi witnessed a 21.3% rise (1,090 to 1.323)
- Mumbai saw an increase of 52.2% (396 to 603)
- Chennai observed an increase of 19.7% (759 to 909)
- Kolkata reported an increase of 31.3% (252 to 331)
Applications Based on ‘Applicant City’:
Of the 1,971 patent applications, the top contributing cities are:
- Delhi: 5
- Mumbai: 21
- Pune: 8
- Bangalore: 266
- Chennai: 38
- Hyderabad: 28
- Kolkata: 7
2023 Yearly Patent Overview (1st Jan – 1st Dec):
- Early publications: 35,225
- Ordinary publications: 33,573
- Total applications published: 68,800
- Total grants: 59,925 (Delhi: 25,263, Mumbai: 9,701, Chennai: 18,380, Kolkata: 6,581)
- Applications examined: 22,884.
Industrial Design Statistics:
- 417 designs registered this week, decreased from 443 the previous week.
- Total designs registered in 2023: 26,585.
Conclusion:
The provided figures underscore the dynamic landscape of India’s intellectual property rights. BananaIP Counsels remains committed to shedding light on these trends and developments. This weekly report, an initiative to promote patent awareness, is brought to you by the Patent Division of BananaIP Counsels. We encourage sharing with appropriate credit.
Compiled by Sushma H.A, Associate Patents at BananaIP Counsels. For more details or corrections, please contact BananaIP Counsels at contact@bananaip.com.