Introduction:

The InPASS Patent Search offers a convenient and free way to browse its extensive database without the need to upload any documents. This guide will walk you through the procedure for conducting a patent search using InPASS, ensuring that you can make the most of this powerful tool.

Step 1: Visit the InPASS Website

To begin your patent search, log on to the InPASS website at ipindia.gov.in. This official website meticulously tracks all registered patents in India, providing a reliable and comprehensive resource for your search.

Step 2: Select the Criteria

Choose from the two available criteria: granted patents and published applications.

• Granted patents: includes patents that have been granted a permit.
• Published applications: includes patents whose applications have been published in a journal and are awaiting objections.

You also have the option to search in both categories simultaneously.

Step 3: Set Parameters for the Search

InPASS offers various parameters to refine your patent search. These include:

• Date of application (select a specific range)
• Title of the patent
• Abstract
• Claims against the patent
• Description of the patent
• Application number
• Patent number (for granted patents)
• Name of the applicant
• Name of the inventor
• Country of the inventor
• Address of the inventor
• Filing office
• International patent classification
• PCT application
• PCT publication number
• Field of invention

Step 4: Conduct a Keyword Search

Create a list of keywords relevant to your invention. This keyword search will provide you with a comprehensive list of patents that have utilized these keywords in the title, abstract, claims, description, and more.

Step 5: View the Results

The search results will be displayed in two columns. The left column provides information such as application number and date, patent number, title, and status. Selecting an entry in the left column will display specifications, abstract, and bibliographic data in the right column. You can browse through 1000 results, with 25 results displayed per page.

Step 6: Search by Applicant Name

Utilize the InPASS website's applicant name search feature to easily search for patents associated with a specific applicant. Simply enter the applicant's name in the search bar and press enter. You will be presented with a detailed list of all published or granted patents linked to that applicant.

Step 7: Search by Inventor Name

Similar to the applicant name search, the InPASS portal also allows you to search for patents based on the name of the inventor. Follow the same process to receive results based on the inventor's information.

Step 8: Check Patent E-Registration and Application Status

The database enables the electronic registration of patents. If you want to check the status of your patent registration, enter the patent number in the E-register tab. The database will provide vital information such as status, renewal date, description, and more.

Additionally, you can check the status of a patent application filed by you or your agent. Simply enter the application number in the designated field and click the 'show application status' button. This tab also provides access to relevant documents attached to the patent application.