New Delhi, April 12 (ANI): India’s patent filings reached a record high of over 1.43 lakh in FY 2025–26, marking a 30.2 percent increase compared to the previous year, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Sunday.
Sharing the milestone on X, Goyal said, “India’s innovation engine is unstoppable. Our patent filings soared to a historic 1.43 lakh-plus in FY 2025–26, marking a 30.2 percent increase over last year.”
According to the data, total patent applications rose to 1,43,729 in FY 2025–26 from 1,10,375 in FY 2024–25, continuing a steady upward trend over the past decade. Filings have increased significantly from fewer than 50,000 in FY 2015–16, indicating sustained growth in innovation activity.
The minister also highlighted the growing contribution of domestic innovators.
“With over 69 percent of patents filed domestically, we are showing the world that ‘Made in India’ is powered by ‘Invented in India,’” he said.
Domestic filings stood at 99,721 in FY 2025–26, accounting for about 69.4 percent of total applications, while foreign filings were recorded at 44,008. The data reflects strong participation from startups, MSMEs, and academic institutions.
State-wise, Tamil Nadu recorded the highest number of patent filings, followed by Karnataka and Maharashtra. Other major contributors included Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and Telangana.
Goyal also pointed to India’s improving global position, noting that the country is now the world’s sixth-largest patent filer.
The data shows that India has recorded consistent growth in patent filings for five consecutive years, supported by initiatives such as Startup India and an increased focus on research and digital innovation.
The surge aligns with broader efforts to strengthen the intellectual property ecosystem and position India as a global hub for innovation and technology-driven growth. (ANI)
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