IPR Scheme 2026: Reimbursement for IP Registration
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Quick answer
The IPR Scheme 2026 provides MSMEs with reimbursement for patent, trademark, GI and design registration. Eligible units must be registered MSMEs with a valid Udyam certificate. Apply online through the MSME portal to claim the assistance.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Reimbursement for IP registration |
| Ministry / department | Ministry Of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises |
| Level | Central Government |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
The Intellectual Property Right Scheme under MSME is a central programme that supports micro, small and medium enterprises in filing and securing intellectual property rights. It offers legal and advisory support, patentability searches, technology gap analyses and commercialisation assistance through Intellectual Property Facilitation Centres (IPFCs). The scheme aims to foster an IP culture and protect the innovative ideas of MSMEs.
Benefits
- Foreign Patent ₹5,00,000
- Domestic Patent ₹1,00,000
- GI Registration ₹2,00,000
- Design Registration ₹15,000
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Registered micro, small or medium enterprises
- Valid Udyog Aadhaar Memorandum or Udyam Registration certificate
Documents required
- Udyog Aadhaar Memorandum (UAM) or Udyam Registration certificate
- UAM registered mobile number
How to apply
- 1Open https://innovative.msme.gov.in/ and click Intellectual Property Rights (IPR).
- 2Click For registration as IPFC.
- 3Fill all required details and click Submit.
- 4Click Validate.
Frequently asked questions
What is Intellectual Property (IP)?+
Intellectual property (IP) refers to creations of the mind: inventions, literary and artistic works, and symbols, names, images, and designs used in commerce.
What are the Types of Intellectual Property Rights?+
Patents, Copyrights, Trademark, Industrial Designs, Geographical Indications, Trade Secrets.
What is patent?+
A patent is an exclusive right granted for an invention, which is a product or a process that provides a new way of doing something, or offers a new technical solution to a problem.
What are the benefits of Patents Registration?+
Exclusive Right- allows to use and exploit the invention for 20 years from date of filing. Strong Market position-prevent others from commercially using patented invention thereby reducing competition. Higher returns on investment. Opportunity to license or sell the invention. Positive image of enterprise.
How to apply for the Patent /GIs/ Trademarks / Design Reimbursement?+
It can be applied through online portal i.e. https://innovative.msme.gov.in/Home/IprIndex.
NaukriZila is not a government website. Apply only on the official portal; never pay anyone to apply for a government scheme. Source: myScheme (Government of India)