In today’s hyper-competitive electronics and information technology (E&IT) landscape, securing intellectual property internationally is crucial to safeguard innovations and tap into global markets. Recognizing this need, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) launched the Support for International Patent Protection in E&IT (SIPEIT) scheme to provide targeted financial assistance to Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and technology startups for filing patents abroad.

Objectives of SIPEIT
The scheme aims to:

·       Encourage Innovation by offsetting the high costs associated with international patent filing.

·       Recognize Global IP Value, enabling Indian innovators to capture growth opportunities in the ICTE sector.

·       Create IP Awareness through workshops and dissemination activities, ensuring stakeholders understand the benefits and processes of global IP protection.

Who Can Apply?

·       Registered MSMEs under the MSME Development Act, 2006.

·       DSIR-Recognized Technology Startups and incubated units at Technology Incubation and Innovation Facilities.

·       Technology Startup Units recognized under the Startup India program, focusing on indigenous inventions in electronics and ICT.

Financial Support & Coverage

·       Reimbursement Cap: Up to ₹15 lakhs per invention or 50% of total expenses incurred—whichever is lower.

·       Eligible Expenses: Includes official patent office fees, international search and examination fees, attorney/legal charges, translation costs, and related processing charges.

·       IPR Awareness Component: Funding for seminars, workshops, and promotional materials to sensitize stakeholders about international IP protection.

How to Avail SIPEIT Benefits

1.     Verify Eligibility: Ensure your entity is an MSME or a recognized technology startup.

2.     Prepare Documentation: Gather proof of MSME/startup status, invention details, and a provisional patent application (if filed).

3.     Submit Application: Apply through the designated MeitY portal or via the Office of the Controller of IPR, providing estimated costs and proposed countries for filing.

4.     Claim Reimbursement: After completing the patent filing and payment, submit audited expenditures and filing receipts to claim reimbursement under SIPEIT.

Why Partner with Eeva?
Navigating international patent regulations and paperwork can be daunting. At Eeva, we:

·       Specialize in Global Filings for E&IT innovations, with a proven track record across PCT, USPTO, and EPO jurisdictions.

·       Optimize Costs by preparing accurate budgets to maximize your SIPEIT reimbursement.

·       Streamline Processes through end-to-end support—from drafting patent specifications to liaising with foreign patent attorneys.

·       Build IP Strategies that align with your business goals, ensuring your innovations are protected and monetized worldwide.

Protect your breakthrough technology globally without breaking the bank. Contact Eeva today to leverage the SIPEIT scheme and elevate your startup’s intellectual property portfolio.

About the Author

Srinivas Maddipati
Patent Agent, IP Strategist, and Innovation Consultant

Srinivas Maddipati is the Managing Director of Eeva IP & IT Services Pvt. Ltd., with offices in Hyderabad and Visakhapatnam. A registered Indian Patent Agent (Regd. No. IN/PA 3124), he holds a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering, an M.S. in Mechatronics from Germany, and an LL.B. With over 17 years of experience in intellectual property law, Srinivas has guided Electronics and IT startups, MSMEs, and multinational corporations through both domestic and international patent filings. He specializes in PCT applications and filings before the USPTO, EPO, and other foreign jurisdictions, helping innovators secure global IP protection under schemes like SIPEIT. An experienced mentor and speaker, he regularly conducts workshops on IP strategy, patent drafting, and commercialization to empower India’s technology entrepreneurs.