A patent is a form of intellectual property protection granted to an inventor for a new and useful invention, providing exclusive rights to the inventor for a limited period of time.

Who can file a patent application in India?

A patent application in India can be filed by the true inventor or their assignee. In case of joint inventors, they can file the application together or individually.

What can be patented?

Inventions that are novel, involve an inventive step, and have industrial applicability can be patented. This includes products, processes, methods, and compositions of matter.

How long does it take to obtain a patent in India?

The time frame for obtaining a patent in India can vary widely. On average, it may take around 3-5 years or even longer due to the examination process, backlogs, and potential objections.

Can I file a provisional patent application in India?

Yes, India allows for the filing of provisional patent applications. A provisional application establishes a priority date and provides some time to further develop the invention before filing a complete specification.

Protecting Human Identity in the age of Artificial Intelligence

An exclusive invite-only Roundtable discussion

19th June, 2026 | The Orchid Hotel Balewadi, Pune.

Delegate Fee: ₹1,499

Who Really Owns AI?

Intelligence

Identity

Ownership

Responsibility

Featured Speakers

Mr. Rishi Jain

Co-Founder & CEO Digital Scholar

Dr. Samved Galegaonkar

Leader – AI Process Excellence & Ethical Governance

Dr. Prashant Bhat

Mr. Pranav Asthana

Practice Head – Product Development

About the Conversation

The focus is on meaningful conversations around the evolving intersection of:

Artificial Intelligence
Law & Regulation
Intellectual Property
Data Privacy
Enterprise Innovation
Media & Digital Identity
Rather than a traditional panel discussion, the focus is on meaningful dialogue around the rapidly evolving intersection of these areas.

What We Will Discuss

Discussion Topics

1. Ownership of AI-assisted creativity
2. Voice, likeness, and digital identity rights
3. Authenticity in synthetic media
4. Ownership of AI-assisted creativity
5. Creator economy and AI disruption.
6. Ethical boundaries of AI-generated content
7. Human creativity in an AI-first world
AI and intellectual property ownership
8. Data privacy and DPDP Act compliance
9. Enterprise AI governance and accountability
10. Protection of proprietary AI systems and data