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How to File a Patent in India: A Step by Step Guide

Introduction

A new invention can represent significant technical and commercial value. But developing an invention is only one part of protecting it. If patent protection is appropriate, the inventor or business needs to understand when to file, what to file, how to prepare the specification, and what happens after filing.

In India, a patent application is filed with the Indian Patent Office under the Patents Act, 1970 and the Patents Rules, 2003, as amended. The application can generally be filed online and may initially be filed with either a provisional specification or a complete specification.

This guide explains the patent filing process in India from the initial preparation stage through examination and, where applicable, grant.

1. Determine Whether Your Invention Is Suitable for Patent Protection

Before preparing an application, the first question is not simply: "Is this a new idea?" The more important question is whether the subject matter can satisfy the requirements for patent protection.

A patent generally concerns an invention, rather than an abstract idea or business concept. The invention must also satisfy the applicable requirements under Indian patent law, including novelty and inventive step, and must not fall within subject matter excluded from patentability.

This is why a preliminary patentability assessment can be valuable before investing substantial resources in drafting and filing. A preliminary assessment should consider:

What exactly has been invented?
What technical problem does it address?
What is technically different from existing solutions?
How does the invention work?
What technical advantages does it provide?
What relevant prior art already exists?
Is the invention capable of industrial application?
Are there any statutory exclusions applicable to the subject matter?

A strong patent strategy starts with understanding the technical substance of the invention, not merely its commercial name.

2. Conduct a Prior Art Search

A prior art search is an important step before filing. Prior art may include earlier publicly available technical information relevant to the invention. This can include patents, patent applications, technical publications, research papers, product documentation and other publicly accessible material, depending on the circumstances.

The purpose of the search is not simply to find an identical invention. It can help determine:

what is already known;
which features of the invention may be new;
where the invention differs from existing technology;
whether certain claims may face difficulty;
how the invention can be positioned during drafting.

A well conducted search can therefore influence the scope and strategy of the patent application. It is important to distinguish a basic patent database search from a detailed professional patentability analysis. The latter generally involves analysing relevant prior art against the technical features of the proposed invention.

3. Decide Whether to File a Provisional or Complete Specification

One of the important decisions at the filing stage is whether to file:

a provisional specification, or
a complete specification.

The Indian Patent Office permits a patent application to be filed with either a provisional or complete specification.

Provisional specification
A provisional specification can be useful where the invention has reached a sufficiently developed stage but is still undergoing further development. It can establish an early filing date for the subject matter that is adequately disclosed. However, filing a provisional specification does not mean that the patent process is complete. If a provisional specification is filed, the complete specification must generally be filed within 12 months from the date of filing of the application. The Indian Patent Office states that there is no further extension of this period after its expiry.

Complete specification
A complete specification is the substantive patent specification that sets out the invention and defines the protection being sought. Under Section 10 of the Patents Act, a complete specification must, among other things, fully and particularly describe the invention and its operation or use, disclose the best method of performing the invention known to the applicant, and conclude with claims defining the scope of protection sought.

Therefore, the decision between provisional and complete filing should be made strategically rather than simply based on which document is easier to prepare.

4. Prepare the Patent Specification

The specification is one of the most important components of a patent application. The Indian Patent Office describes the specification as a key techno legal component containing the technical disclosure and claims forming the basis of patent rights. A properly prepared specification may include:

Title of the invention: The title should identify the subject matter of the invention clearly and appropriately.
Field of the invention: This explains the technical area to which the invention relates.
Background: The background can explain existing technology and the problem associated with known approaches.
Objects of the invention: These describe the objectives or technical improvements intended to be achieved.
Summary: The summary provides an overview of the invention.
Detailed description: This is where the invention is explained in sufficient technical detail, including relevant components, steps, arrangements, embodiments and operating principles.
Drawings: Where necessary, drawings can be used to explain the invention. Indian patent rules provide requirements concerning drawings and their relationship with the specification.
Claims: The claims are particularly important because they define the scope of protection being sought.

A specification should therefore not be treated as merely a technical report. The drafting strategy can materially affect the eventual scope and enforceability of the patent rights.

5. Prepare the Required Forms and Documents

The Indian Patent Office provides prescribed forms for patent applications. For a conventional application, the principal filing documents generally include:

Form 1 application for grant of patent;
Form 2 provisional or complete specification;
drawings, where applicable;
abstract;
other applicable statements and documents;
Form 26, where a registered patent agent is authorised to act on behalf of the applicant.

The Indian Patent Office's current filing guidance identifies Form 1 and Form 2 as core filing documents and provides the applicable forms and fee information through its official portal. Additional documents may be required depending on the particular circumstances of the application. For example, the applicant may need to address matters relating to:

priority claims;
inventorship;
foreign applications;
biological material;
assignment or ownership;
power of authority;
other statutory requirements.

Consequently, the document checklist should be determined from the specific facts of the application rather than assuming that every patent application requires exactly the same documents.

6. File the Patent Application with the Indian Patent Office

Patent applications can generally be filed through the Indian Patent Office's online filing system. A physical filing route is also available in circumstances where offline filing is applicable. The filing process broadly involves:

Prepare application, Complete forms, Upload documents, Authenticate sign, Pay prescribed fee, Submit application, Receive filing acknowledgement

The filing date is particularly important because patent rights operate around priority dates and the chronology of disclosures and filings. This is one reason why applicants should carefully consider public disclosure, product launch, publication, demonstrations and commercial activities before filing.

7. Publication of the Patent Application

Filing does not mean that the application immediately becomes publicly available. Under Section 11A of the Patents Act, patent applications are ordinarily published after the prescribed period, subject to the statutory provisions and exceptions. The applicant may also request early publication in the prescribed manner.

Publication makes the application available to the public and is an important stage in the patent prosecution process. However, publication is not the same as grant. An application can be published without ultimately resulting in a granted patent.

8. Request Examination of the Patent Application

Another important point that applicants sometimes overlook is that filing a patent application does not automatically mean that substantive examination will begin immediately. The Indian Patent Office states that an application is examined after a request for examination is filed. The standard request is made through Form 18, while eligible applicants may use Form 18A for expedited examination under the applicable rules.

Following the 2024 amendment to the Patents Rules, the prescribed period for filing a request for examination was reduced from 48 months to 31 months for applicable applications. The precise deadline should always be checked against the applicable rules and the circumstances of the particular application.

Expedited examination
Certain applicants and applications may qualify for expedited examination under the applicable provisions. The Indian Patent Office lists categories including, subject to the prescribed conditions:

startups;
small entities;
certain natural person applicants;
certain government entities;
specified institutions;
eligible applications under applicable international arrangements; and
other categories specified under the rules.

9. Patent Examination

Once the request for examination is processed, the Patent Office examines the application. The examination can involve issues such as:

novelty;
inventive step;
patentable subject matter;
clarity;
support;
sufficiency of disclosure;
claim construction;
formal requirements;
other requirements under the Patents Act and Rules.

The examiner may raise objections through a First Examination Report (FER). Receiving an FER does not automatically mean that the patent application has failed. It means that the applicant needs to respond to the objections and, where appropriate, amend the application or claims in accordance with the applicable law and prosecution strategy.

10. Respond to Patent Objections

Patent prosecution often involves communication between the applicant and the Patent Office. Depending on the objections raised, the applicant may need to:

submit written arguments;
amend claims;
amend the description;
clarify technical disclosure;
address prior art objections;
address formal objections;
provide supporting information;
attend a hearing where required or offered.

The response should be prepared carefully because amendments and statements made during prosecution can affect the eventual scope of protection. A patent response is therefore more than simply answering each objection individually. The response should be developed as part of an overall claim and prosecution strategy.

11. Hearing and Further Examination, Where Applicable

If outstanding objections remain after written submissions, the Controller may provide an opportunity for a hearing in accordance with the applicable procedure. The applicant may then present arguments addressing the outstanding issues. Following the response, amendments, hearing and further examination, the application may proceed toward grant if the statutory requirements are satisfied.

12. Grant of the Patent

If the application meets the applicable requirements and the objections are satisfactorily resolved, the patent may be granted. The grant represents a major milestone, but it does not mean that the patent owner can simply ignore the patent thereafter. Patent owners should also consider:

renewal and maintenance requirements;
ownership and assignment records;
licensing;
commercialisation;
enforcement strategy;
portfolio management;
monitoring potential infringement.

A patent should therefore be considered part of a broader intellectual property strategy, rather than merely a certificate obtained at the end of an application process.

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Filing a Patent

1. Publicly disclosing the invention before filing. An inventor may unintentionally disclose an invention through conferences, publications, websites, demonstrations, investor presentations, sales activities, social media, exhibitions. The effect of disclosure depends on the circumstances, but filing strategy should be considered before public disclosure.

2. Treating the patent specification like a research paper. A patent specification has a different purpose. It must disclose the invention appropriately while the claims define the protection sought.

3. Writing claims without understanding the invention's variants. A narrowly drafted claim may fail to capture commercially important variations of the invention.

4. Filing without adequate prior art analysis. A prior art search can reveal relevant technology before significant resources are invested in prosecution.

5. Missing procedural deadlines. Patent prosecution contains several deadlines. Missing a statutory or procedural deadline can have serious consequences.

6. Assuming filing equals patent grant. A filing establishes an application. It does not guarantee that a patent will ultimately be granted.

How Long Does Patent Filing Take in India?

There is no single universal timeline for every patent application. The overall duration can depend on factors including:

whether a provisional or complete specification is filed initially;
when the request for examination is submitted;
whether expedited examination is available;
the complexity of the invention;
objections raised during examination;
amendments;
hearings;
procedural requirements;
the workload and processing of the Patent Office.

Therefore, businesses should distinguish between the time required to prepare and file an application and the much longer patent prosecution process leading to grant.

Should You File a Provisional or Complete Patent Application?

There is no universal answer. A provisional filing may be strategically useful when an invention has been developed sufficiently to support an appropriate disclosure but is still evolving. A complete specification may be preferable when the invention is sufficiently developed and the applicant is ready to define the technical disclosure and claims more fully. The correct choice depends on the development stage, disclosure plans, technical maturity, commercial timeline and patent strategy.

Final Thoughts

Patent filing in India is not simply a matter of completing a form and submitting an application. The quality of the process before filing can have a significant impact on the application later. Prior art analysis, filing strategy, technical disclosure, specification drafting and claim drafting should therefore be considered together.

For inventors and businesses, the most useful approach is usually to determine the patent strategy before public disclosure and before commercial launch, rather than treating patent filing as an administrative step after the invention is already in the market. If you are considering patent protection for an invention, a professional assessment can help determine the appropriate filing route, documentation, drafting strategy and prosecution approach.

Note: This article is intended for general informational purposes and should not be treated as legal advice. Patent applications are fact specific, and applicable provisions, rules, deadlines and procedures should be verified for the particular application before taking action.

Privacy Policy, Terms & Refund Policies

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1. ABOUT LEEGTECH
Company Name: Leegtech Private Limited.
Registered Address:
97 Tansen Nagar, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 474003, India
Office Address:
Gincube, Smart City Office, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 474007, India
Email: info.leegtech@gmail.com

For purposes of this Privacy Policy, the above entity shall be referred to as “Leegtech”.

2. SCOPE
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● the Leegtech website;
● enquiry and contact forms;
● service request forms;
● consultations and communications;
● email, telephone and messaging communications;
● online payment and transaction processes;
● documents and information submitted for Services;
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● newsletters and promotional communications; and
● other interactions with Leegtech.

This Policy does not govern the independent privacy practices of third party websites,
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3. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
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3.1 Personal and Contact Information
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● mobile/telephone number;
● correspondence address;
● business address;
● designation;
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● other information voluntarily provided by you.

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● businesses and organisations;
● directors, partners and authorised representatives;
● inventors, applicants and proprietors;
● intellectual property matters;
● patents, designs, trademarks and copyrights;
● tax and registration matters;
● business registrations;
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You represent that you have the lawful right and authority to provide such information to
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Leegtech does not ordinarily require or store complete card numbers, CVV numbers, UPI
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● lawful business purposes;
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Withdrawal may affect our ability to provide Services where the relevant information is
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You are responsible for obtaining any consent, permission or authority required by applicable
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● consultants and professional advisors;
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Information may also be disclosed where reasonably necessary to protect the rights, property,
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Leegtech does not intend to sell personal data as a commercial commodity.

8. GOVERNMENT AND REGULATORY SUBMISSIONS
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Once lawfully submitted to such entities, their own statutory requirements, systems and
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Leegtech does not control the independent processing, publication, disclosure, retention or
handling of information by such authorities.

9. COOKIES
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● essential website functionality;
● preferences;
● analytics;
● security;
● performance;
● understanding website usage; and
● marketing effectiveness, where applicable.
You may control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain
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10. DATA SECURITY
Leegtech takes reasonable technical and organisational measures intended to protect
information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, misuse, loss or destruction.
However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be
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To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Leegtech does not guarantee absolute
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11. DATA RETENTION
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● accounting and taxation;
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Information may be deleted, anonymised or securely disposed of when it is no longer
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12. YOUR RIGHTS
Subject to applicable law, you may have rights relating to your personal data, including rights
to:
● obtain information regarding processing;
● access personal data;
● correct inaccurate information;
● request deletion where legally applicable;
● withdraw consent where applicable;
● exercise other statutory rights; and
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Requests may be submitted to:
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Leegtech may take reasonable steps to verify identity and authority before acting upon a
request.

13. CHILDREN
Our Services are generally intended for adults and businesses.
We do not knowingly seek to collect personal data from children except where permitted and
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If you believe that information relating to a child has been improperly provided to us, contact:
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14. INTERNATIONAL PROCESSING
Certain technology or service providers used by Leegtech may process or store information
outside India.
Where applicable, such processing shall be undertaken subject to applicable law and
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15. SECURITY INCIDENTS
Where Leegtech becomes aware of a personal data breach requiring action under applicable
law, we will take reasonable measures appropriate to the circumstances, including
investigation, containment, remediation and notification where legally required.

16. THIRD PARTY WEBSITES
Our website may contain links to third party websites, government portals, payment
providers or other external platforms.
Leegtech does not control and is not responsible for the privacy practices, security,
availability or content of such third party platforms.
Users should review the relevant third party privacy policies before submitting information.

17. MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS
Where permitted by law, Leegtech may send promotional or informational communications
concerning our Services.
You may opt out of promotional communications by using available unsubscribe mechanisms
or contacting:
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Transactional, service related or legally necessary communications may continue.

18. ACCURACY OF INFORMATION
You are responsible for ensuring that information supplied to Leegtech is accurate, complete
and current.
Leegtech shall not be responsible for consequences resulting from incorrect, incomplete,
outdated, misleading or unauthorised information supplied by you.

19. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
Leegtech may modify this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in law, technology, Services or
business practices.
The updated Policy shall be published with a revised “Last Updated” date.

20. GOVERNING LAW
This Privacy Policy shall be governed by the laws of India, subject to applicable mandatory
data protection and consumer protection provisions.

21. SEVERABILITY
If any provision is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue to
apply to the maximum extent permitted by law.

22. CONTACT
For privacy related questions, requests or grievances:
Company Name: Leegtech Private Limited.
97 Tansen Nagar, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 474003, India
Office: Gincube, Smart City Office, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 474007, India
Email: info.leegtech@gmail.com

End of Privacy Policy

TERMS & CONDITIONS
Effective Date: 1 September 2026
Last Updated: 1 September 2026

These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the website, digital
platforms and services provided by Leegtech (“Leegtech”, “we”, “us”, or “our”).
By accessing our website, submitting an enquiry, requesting a quotation, placing an order,
making payment or using our Services, you acknowledge and agree to these Terms.
If you do not agree to these Terms, you should not use the website or purchase our Services.

1. LEEGTECH
Company Name: Leegtech Private Limited.
Registered Address:
97 Tansen Nagar, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 474003, India
Office Address:
Gincube, Smart City Office, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 474007, India
Email: info.leegtech@gmail.com

2. OUR SERVICES
Leegtech may provide professional, consultancy, documentation, registration, filing,
intellectual property, business, tax and related support services.
Services may include:
● patent related services;
● design related services;
● trademark related services;
● copyright related services;
● intellectual property consultancy;
● IP documentation and filing support;
● business registration services;
● tax registration services;
● Private Limited Company incorporation support;
● LLP registration support;
● business documentation;
● application preparation and filing support;
● professional research and analysis;
● compliance related support; and
● other services communicated by Leegtech.
The precise scope of each engagement shall be determined by the applicable quotation,
proposal, invoice, service description or written confirmation.

3. NATURE OF SERVICES
Unless expressly stated otherwise, Leegtech provides professional assistance, consultancy,
documentation and filing support.
Leegtech does not guarantee:
● grant or registration of an IP right;
● acceptance of an application;
● incorporation or registration within a specific period;
● approval by a government authority;
● favourable examination or prosecution;
● successful opposition or objection proceedings;
● a particular commercial result; or
● any other outcome controlled by an independent authority or third party.
Final decisions remain with the relevant authority, registry, examiner, court, tribunal or other
competent body.

4. NO GUARANTEE OF OUTCOME
Payment for a Service does not guarantee a particular legal, regulatory, registration,
intellectual property or commercial outcome.
Government processing, examination, objections, hearings, third party opposition, technical
issues, procedural changes and other external circumstances may affect an application or
engagement.
Where Leegtech has performed the agreed scope of work, an unfavourable decision by an
independent authority shall not, by itself, constitute failure to provide the Service.

5. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
The customer agrees to:
1. provide accurate and complete information;
2. provide required documents promptly;
3. review and approve documents prepared by Leegtech;
4. communicate corrections promptly;
5. provide necessary signatures and authorisations;
6. ensure lawful ownership or use of supplied materials;
7. make payments on time;
8. respond to requests for clarification;
9. comply with applicable laws; and
10. reasonably cooperate with Leegtech.

6. CUSTOMER DELAYS AND OMISSIONS
Leegtech shall not be responsible for delays, missed deadlines, additional costs, rejection,
abandonment or other consequences caused by:
● delayed instructions;
● incomplete information;
● incorrect information;
● missing documents;
● failure to approve documents;
● non payment;
● failure to sign documents;
● failure to attend required proceedings; or
● other customer acts or omissions.
Additional work resulting from such circumstances may be separately chargeable.

7. FEES AND PAYMENT
Fees shall be communicated through quotations, proposals, invoices, service pages or written
communications.
Unless otherwise agreed:
● professional fees are payable in advance;
● statutory/government fees may be additional;
● third party charges may be additional;
● applicable taxes shall be charged separately;
● work may commence after payment is received; and
● work outside the agreed scope may incur additional fees.

8. QUOTATIONS
A quotation may specify fees, taxes, statutory charges, scope, exclusions, assumptions and
estimated timelines.
Unless expressly stated otherwise, quotations remain valid only for the period specified in
them.
An estimated timeline is not a guarantee of completion.

9. ADDITIONAL WORK
Leegtech may charge additional fees for work outside the original scope, including:
● additional revisions;
● additional applications;
● examination responses;
● objections;
● hearings;
● government queries;
● additional research;
● additional documentation;
● amendments;
● urgent work; and
● work resulting from changes in law or procedure.
Leegtech is not required to undertake additional work until applicable fees have been
accepted and paid.

10. DOCUMENTS AND INFORMATION
Leegtech may reasonably rely upon documents and information supplied by the customer.
Leegtech is not responsible for consequences resulting from forged, inaccurate, incomplete,
misleading, outdated or unauthorised information.

11. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY SERVICES
For IP related Services, the customer acknowledges that:
● registration and grant are determined by competent authorities;
● novelty, registrability, validity and enforceability cannot be guaranteed;
● third party rights may affect outcomes;
● filing and statutory deadlines may be critical; and
● customer supplied information may materially affect the matter.
Unless expressly included, examination responses, hearings, oppositions, appeals, renewals
and other post filing proceedings are separate Services.

12. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION
Leegtech shall handle customer information in accordance with applicable confidentiality
obligations and its Privacy Policy.
Customers acknowledge that certain information may necessarily be disclosed to government
authorities, registries, professional representatives or other parties for completion of the
requested Service.

13. GOVERNMENT AND THIRD PARTY SYSTEMS
Leegtech may interact with government portals, registries, statutory authorities, payment
processors, professional providers and technology providers.
Leegtech does not control their:
● availability;
● processing times;
● technical functioning;
● decisions;
● policies; or
● actions.

14. TIMELINES
All timelines provided by Leegtech are estimates unless expressly agreed otherwise in
writing.
Delays may result from government authorities, registries, third parties, technical problems,
holidays, objections, examinations, changes in law, force majeure or other circumstances
beyond Leegtech's reasonable control.

15. COMMUNICATIONS
You authorise Leegtech to communicate with you through the contact information supplied
by you, including email, telephone, SMS or messaging services.
You are responsible for keeping your contact information current.

16. ELECTRONIC RECORDS
Electronic quotations, invoices, approvals, confirmations, communications and records may
be maintained and relied upon as evidence of transactions and communications, subject to
applicable law.

17. WEBSITE CONTENT
Website information is provided for general informational purposes.
Although Leegtech endeavours to maintain accurate information, laws, procedures, fees,
government requirements and Service offerings may change.
Website content should not automatically be treated as advice specific to an individual's
circumstances.

18. PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES
You shall not:
● use the website for unlawful purposes;
● impersonate another person;
● submit false information;
● introduce malicious code;
● attempt unauthorised access;
● interfere with website security;
● scrape or systematically extract website content without authorisation;
● infringe intellectual property rights; or
● misuse Leegtech's name, branding, content or systems.

19. LEEGTECH INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Unless otherwise stated, the website, branding, logos, text, graphics, layouts, original
materials, templates and other content owned by Leegtech remain Leegtech's property or are
used under appropriate rights.
Accessing the website or purchasing a Service does not transfer ownership of such materials.

20. CANCELLATION AND REFUNDS
Cancellation and refund matters are governed by Leegtech's Refund, Cancellation &
Service Delivery Policy, which forms part of these Terms.

21. SUSPENSION OR TERMINATION
Leegtech may suspend or terminate Services where reasonably necessary, including where:
● payment is overdue;
● false information has been supplied;
● these Terms are breached;
● abusive, threatening or unlawful conduct occurs;
● continuation would violate applicable law;
● essential information is not supplied; or
● continuation of the engagement is otherwise inappropriate or impracticable.
Termination shall not affect accrued rights and obligations.

22. DISCLAIMER
To the maximum extent permitted by law, the website and general informational content are
provided on an “as available” basis.
Leegtech does not warrant that:
● the website will always be available;
● the website will be uninterrupted or error free;
● information will always be complete or current;
● third party systems will remain available; or
● a particular result will be achieved.
Nothing in these Terms excludes any liability, warranty or right that cannot legally be
excluded.

23. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Leegtech shall not be liable for indirect,
incidental, special or consequential losses, loss of profits, loss of business opportunities, loss
of anticipated savings or losses arising from third party actions.
Subject to mandatory applicable law, Leegtech's aggregate liability relating to a particular
Service shall not exceed the professional fee actually paid to Leegtech for that specific
Service giving rise to the claim.
Nothing in these Terms limits liability that cannot lawfully be limited.

24. FORCE MAJEURE
Leegtech shall not be responsible for delay or failure caused by circumstances beyond its
reasonable control, including:
● natural disasters;
● war;
● civil disturbances;
● governmental restrictions;
● strikes;
● internet or telecommunications failures;
● power failures;
● cyber incidents;
● government or registry downtime;
● changes in law or procedure;
● epidemics or pandemics; or
● other circumstances beyond reasonable control.

25. INDEMNIFICATION
To the maximum extent permitted by law, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless
Leegtech, its owners, employees, representatives and service providers against claims, losses,
liabilities, costs and expenses arising from:
● inaccurate or unauthorised information supplied by you;
● infringement caused by materials supplied by you;
● unlawful use of Services;
● breach of these Terms;
● violation of applicable law; or
● your acts or omissions.

26. CHANGES TO TERMS
Leegtech may modify these Terms from time to time.
The updated Terms shall be published with a revised date.
Material changes may be communicated through appropriate means where required by law.

27. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of India.
Subject to mandatory statutory rights, including any jurisdictional rights available to
consumers under applicable law, disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of competent
courts/tribunals having jurisdiction over Leegtech's registered office.
Nothing in this clause is intended to deprive a consumer of a jurisdictional right that cannot
lawfully be excluded.

28. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
The parties should first attempt to resolve disputes through good faith communication.
Complaints may be submitted to:
info.leegtech@gmail.com
Nothing prevents either party from pursuing remedies available under applicable law.

29. SEVERABILITY
If any provision is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue to
apply.

30. WAIVER
Failure by Leegtech to enforce any provision immediately shall not constitute a waiver of its
right to enforce that provision subsequently.

31. ASSIGNMENT
Leegtech may assign or transfer its rights and obligations in connection with restructuring,
merger, acquisition, sale of business or assets or another lawful transaction.
You may not assign your rights or obligations without Leegtech's prior written consent except
where prohibited by applicable law.

32. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
These Terms, together with the applicable quotation, proposal, invoice, Service specific
terms, Privacy Policy and Refund, Cancellation & Service Delivery Policy, constitute the
contractual framework governing the relevant engagement, subject to applicable law.

33. CONTACT
Company Name: Leegtech Private Limited.
97 Tansen Nagar, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 474003, India
Office: Gincube, Smart City Office, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 474007, India
Email: info.leegtech@gmail.com

End of Terms & Conditions

REFUND, CANCELLATION & SERVICE DELIVERY POLICY
Effective Date: 1 September 2026
Last Updated: 1 September 2026

This Refund, Cancellation & Service Delivery Policy (“Refund Policy”) governs
cancellations, refunds, service commencement, statutory charges, third party expenses and
service delivery for Services purchased from Leegtech.
This Policy forms part of Leegtech's Terms & Conditions.

2. GENERAL PRINCIPLE
Leegtech provides professional and consultancy based Services that may involve
customer specific research, consultation, drafting, documentation, review, preparation, filing
and other professional work.
Because substantial work may commence shortly after payment, cancellation and refunds are
subject to this Policy, the applicable Service terms and mandatory applicable law.

3. WHEN A SERVICE COMMENCES
A Service may be considered commenced when Leegtech undertakes substantive work,
including:
● reviewing customer information or documents;
● conducting research;
● providing a consultation;
● preparing drafts;
● preparing forms;
● preparing applications;
● preparing reports;
● preparing IP documentation;
● preparing incorporation or registration documents;
● communicating with authorities or third parties;
● undertaking filing related activities;
● preparing customer specific materials; or
● performing other substantive work within the agreed scope.

4. CANCELLATION BEFORE COMMENCEMENT
If cancellation is requested before substantive work begins, Leegtech may approve the
cancellation and refund the eligible amount after deducting, where legally permissible:
● non recoverable payment processing charges;
● administrative costs actually incurred; and
● statutory or third party amounts already paid or committed.

5. CANCELLATION AFTER COMMENCEMENT
Once substantive work has commenced, professional fees may become non refundable to the
extent corresponding work has already been performed or committed.
Where a refund is considered appropriate, Leegtech may determine the refundable amount
after considering:
● work completed;
● professional time spent;
● documents prepared;
● research undertaken;
● third party expenses;
● statutory charges;
● payment processing costs;
● administrative expenses; and
● other amounts actually incurred or committed.
All refunds remain subject to applicable mandatory law.

6. GOVERNMENT AND STATUTORY FEES
Government, registry, statutory and official fees are generally non refundable where the
relevant authority does not provide a refund or where the amount has already been paid,
consumed or irrevocably committed.
Leegtech is not responsible for the refund policies of government authorities.

7. THIRD PARTY EXPENSES
Third party expenses may include:
● payment gateway charges;
● courier charges;
● government fees;
● registry fees;
● notarisation charges;
● translation charges;
● professional charges; and
● other external costs.
Such amounts may be non refundable once incurred or committed.

8. CHANGE OF MIND
Subject to mandatory consumer rights and applicable law, a customer's change of mind,
change of business plans, decision not to proceed or decision not to use a completed Service
does not automatically entitle the customer to a refund.

9. NO REFUND MERELY DUE TO UNFAVOURABLE OUTCOME
Leegtech does not guarantee registration, grant, approval, incorporation, acceptance,
favourable examination, opposition outcome or other result controlled by an independent
authority.
Accordingly, where Leegtech has properly performed the agreed scope, an unfavourable
decision by an authority or third party shall not, by itself, create a right to refund.
This provision does not exclude any remedy that is mandatory under applicable law.

10. REJECTION OR OBJECTION
Rejection, objection, examination, hearing, opposition, delay or other action by an authority
or third party does not by itself establish that Leegtech failed to perform its contracted
Service.
Responses, hearings, appeals, amendments, additional filings and other subsequent work shall
be treated as separate Services unless expressly included in the original scope.

11. CUSTOMER DELAY
A refund will generally not be available where a Service cannot be completed or is materially
delayed because the customer:
● fails to provide required information;
● provides inaccurate information;
● fails to provide documents;
● fails to sign documents;
● fails to approve drafts;
● fails to respond;
● fails to make required additional payments;
● misses a statutory deadline; or
● otherwise prevents completion.
Additional work caused by customer delay may be separately chargeable.

12. SERVICE DEFICIENCY
If you believe Leegtech has failed to provide a Service substantially in accordance with the
agreed scope, contact:
info.leegtech@gmail.com
Leegtech may investigate and, where appropriate:
● correct the deficiency;
● re perform the affected portion;
● provide an appropriate adjustment; or
● provide another appropriate remedy.
Nothing in this Policy excludes mandatory statutory rights.

13. DUPLICATE PAYMENTS
Where a customer makes a verified duplicate payment for the same Service, the excess
payment may be refunded.
Non recoverable payment processing charges may be deducted where legally permissible.

14. FAILED TRANSACTIONS
If an amount has been debited from the customer's account but is not successfully received by
Leegtech, the customer should provide transaction details.
The resolution may depend upon confirmation from the relevant bank, payment gateway or
financial institution.

15. REFUND REQUEST
Refund requests should be submitted to:
info.leegtech@gmail.com
The request should contain:
● customer name;
● registered email/mobile number;
● Service purchased;
● transaction reference;
● date of payment;
● reason for the request; and
● supporting information.
Leegtech may request additional information necessary to verify the request.

16. REFUND PROCESSING
Where a refund is approved, Leegtech will ordinarily process it through the original payment
method or another appropriate method permitted by the relevant payment provider.
The time required for funds to reach the customer may depend upon the bank, payment
gateway, card issuer or other financial institution.

17. SERVICE SPECIFIC TERMS
A quotation, proposal, invoice, engagement letter or Service specific terms may contain
additional cancellation or refund provisions.
Where expressly accepted by the customer, such terms shall apply to the relevant Service to
the extent legally permissible.

18. PARTIALLY COMPLETED SERVICES
Where a Service consists of multiple stages, cancellation during an intermediate stage may
result in charges for completed work and incurred expenses.
Any eligible refundable balance shall be calculated after accounting for such amounts.

19. NON REFUNDABLE AMOUNTS
Subject to mandatory applicable law, the following may be non refundable once incurred or
commenced:
● completed consultations;
● research already undertaken;
● drafting already undertaken;
● customer specific documents;
● filing work;
● government or statutory fees;
● third party charges;
● completed registration/documentation work; and
● professional work already substantially performed.

20. PROMOTIONAL OR DISCOUNTED SERVICES
Promotional, discounted or bundled Services may be subject to additional terms.
Unless otherwise stated, promotional benefits are not transferable and are not convertible into
cash.
Mandatory statutory rights remain unaffected.

21. SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES
If Leegtech offers recurring or subscription Services, the applicable subscription terms shall
specify billing, renewal, cancellation and refund conditions.
Unless otherwise stated, cancellation of a recurring Service will generally prevent future
billing but will not automatically reverse charges properly incurred for a current billing
period or Services already provided.

22. FRAUDULENT OR ABUSIVE REFUND CLAIMS
Leegtech may investigate suspected fraudulent, manipulated, duplicate or abusive refund
claims.
Where permitted by law, fraudulent claims may be rejected and appropriate action may be
taken.

23. PAYMENT DISPUTES AND CHARGEBACKS
Customers are encouraged to contact Leegtech before initiating a chargeback where a matter
can reasonably be resolved directly.
Where a chargeback is initiated, Leegtech may provide relevant invoices, communications,
transaction information, service records and other evidence to the relevant payment provider
or financial institution.
Nothing in this clause restricts any lawful right to raise a genuine payment dispute.

24. MANDATORY LEGAL RIGHTS
Nothing in this Policy is intended to exclude, restrict or waive any right, refund, remedy or
protection that Leegtech is legally required to provide under applicable law.
Where mandatory law conflicts with this Policy, the mandatory legal requirement shall
prevail to the extent of the conflict.

25. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
Leegtech may amend this Policy from time to time to reflect changes in Services, payment
systems, business practices or applicable law.
The updated Policy shall be published with a revised “Last Updated” date.

26. GOVERNING LAW
This Policy shall be governed by the laws of India, subject to mandatory consumer protection
and other statutory rights.

27. CONTACT
For refund, cancellation or service delivery matters:
Company Name: Leegtech Private Limited.
97 Tansen Nagar, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 474003, India
Office: Gincube, Smart City Office, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 474007, India
Email: info.leegtech@gmail.com

End of Refund, Cancellation & Service Delivery Policy

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