Est. 18–35 days total
Conduct comprehensive search to confirm invention novelty and patentability
3-5 daysFile complete patent application with IPO-Pakistan along with filing fees
1-2 daysIPO grants patent upon successful examination, valid for 20 years from filing date
1-2 monthsPrepare patent specification, claims, abstract, and technical drawings
1-2 weeksIPO examines application for novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability
12-24 monthsConduct comprehensive search to confirm invention novelty and patentability
3-5 daysPrepare patent specification, claims, abstract, and technical drawings
1-2 weeksFile complete patent application with IPO-Pakistan along with filing fees
1-2 daysIPO examines application for novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability
12-24 monthsIPO grants patent upon successful examination, valid for 20 years from filing date
1-2 months