By offering substantial subsidies for Patent Registration, the scheme actively encourages MSMEs to innovate, creating a distinctive identity for themselves in both Indian and international markets.

The scheme is inclusive, covering all new and existing micro, small, and medium manufacturing enterprises in Tamil Nadu, without imposing exclusions based on size or type.

The application process can be initiated through the official portal. The platform streamlines the application process for the convenience of MSMEs.

The subsidy is designated for covering the cost of filing for Patent Registration and the first-time maintenance fee, ensuring its focused application to intellectual property creation.

The competitive authority, as per the Indian Patent Act 1970, issues and registers patents. Applicants must provide a copy of the patent registered by this authority.

Applicants must provide a self-certified statement on expenditure along with bills/vouchers/receipts for Geographical Registration. In the absence of receipts, bank scrolls showing payment details are acceptable.

Yes, applicants can assess their eligibility through the "Know Your Eligibility" link: https://www.msmeonline.tn.gov.in/incentives/know_your_eligibility.php

Applicants can track the status of their application through the link: https://www.msmeonline.tn.gov.in/incentives/app_track.php?id=Track%20Your%20Status

The necessary documents include UDYAM Registration Certificate, Trade Mark and Patent registrations, a self-certified statement on expenditure, and related invoices. All documents should be in PDF format, with a size limit of 200 kb.

Applicants must submit their applications within 6 months from the date of obtaining Patent/Trade Mark Registration/Geographical Indications (GI) to be eligible for the scheme.

All new and existing micro, small, and medium manufacturing enterprises located anywhere in Tamil Nadu are eligible to apply for the scheme, emphasizing inclusivity across the state.

MSMEs can avail benefits up to ₹1,00,000 without submitting any documents. The scheme offers a 75% subsidy, capped at ₹3,00,000, for the cost of filing a patent, including the first-time maintenance fee.