Blog & IP Insights
Dependent Patent Claims: How They Add Protection
A dependent patent claim adds specific protection by narrowing an independent claim in Nepal, creating enforce...
Patent Claim Drafting: What Makes a Claim Strong?
Effective patent claim drafting in Nepal defines clear legal boundaries under the PDTA 1965 to secure enforcea...
How Long Does Patent Examination Take? What Affects the Timeline
Patent examination time in Nepal typically spans 12–14 months under the Patent, Design and Trademark Act 1965,...
Patent Eligibility Requirements: Does Your Invention Qualify?
Learn the patent eligibility requirements in Nepal under the PDTA 1965, including novelty tests, exclusions, a...
Can You Get a Patent Worldwide? The Real Answer
There is no single worldwide patent; you must file separately in each country, including Nepal under the Paten...
Patent Novelty Requirement: What Does New Really Mean?
The patent novelty requirement in Nepal demands your invention be completely new before filing, as public disc...
The Industrial Property Bulletin: What It Is and How to Read It
The Industrial Property Bulletin is the official gazette published by Nepal's Department of Industry (DoI) whe...
DoI Official Forms: An Overview
DoI official forms are the prescribed application, registration, and renewal documents that the Department of...
The Department of Industry (DoI): How Nepal's IP Registry Works
The Department of Industry (DoI) is the sole government body that registers trademarks, patents, and industria...