Blog & IP Insights
Copyright vs Patent: Which One Do You Need?
Copyright and patent protect different creations in Nepal—know which one fits your work to secure legal rights...
Granted Patent: What Happens After Approval?
A granted patent in Nepal gives you seven years of exclusive rights under the PDTA, requiring active enforceme...
The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) and Its Origins
The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) was signed in Washington, D.C., on 19 June 1970 and entered into force on...
Novelty vs Inventive Step: Two Patent Tests You Must Understand
Understand patent novelty vs inventive step in Nepal under the PDTA 1965, including how the Department of Indu...
Inside the DoI Patent & Design Section
The Department of Industry (DoI), through its patent and design section, examines and grants all patents and i...
Inventor vs Patent Owner: What Is the Difference?
Understand the key difference between patent inventor and owner in Nepal, including legal rights, ownership tr...
How Long Does Patent Protection Last? The Key Rules
The patent protection period in Nepal is seven years from registration, renewable twice for a maximum total te...
Myths About Patent Protection in Nepal
Many patent protection myths in Nepal mislead inventors into decisions that cost them their rights.
Trade Secret vs Patent: How to Choose
Learn whether to protect your invention as a trade secret or patent in Nepal, covering legal rights, duration,...