What If Your Next Big Idea Could Become an Invention?
Discover the world of patents, intellectual property and innovation. Learn how ideas are protected, research becomes innovation, and inventions can create real-world impact — through expert guidance and practical learning.
Your Idea. Your Discovery.
Turn Your Ideas into Intellectual Property. Turn Your Research into Innovation.
Have a research idea? Developed a prototype? Curious about how inventions are protected and how research reaches the real world?
PatentShala invites students to take part in a one-month internship designed to introduce intellectual property rights, patent research, innovation and technology commercialisation through structured learning and expert guidance.
Explore the Possibilities
What Will You Discover?
Build a foundation in intellectual property and innovation through structured learning modules, practical exercises and expert-led guidance.
Intellectual Property Rights
Understand patents, industrial designs, copyright and other forms of intellectual property protection.
Patent Research and Fundamentals
Explore patentability, prior-art searches, patent specifications, claims and the patent filing process.
Design Protection
Learn how new and original product designs may qualify for protection and what the registration process involves.
Copyright Protection
Explore copyright considerations for research publications, software, creative works and other eligible subject matter.
Innovation Discovery
Learn to identify potential innovations, document inventions and consider the value and relevance of research outcomes.
Technology Transfer
Discover how intellectual property can move from research laboratories into industry, entrepreneurship and the marketplace.
Bring Your Curiosity
Have an Innovation of Your Own?
Your research project, software, product design, scientific concept or engineering solution could be worth exploring. Learn how to think about protecting and developing your work.
Expert-Guided Exploration
Explore the Right IP Pathway for Your Idea
Participants with their own ideas or research outcomes may receive guidance on potential IP protection options, subject to the nature of the work, eligibility, ownership considerations and expert assessment.
- Initial assessment of an innovation and relevant IP considerations.
- Guidance on patent application preparation and filing requirements.
- Guidance on industrial design registration and copyright considerations.
- Support with understanding documentation, application requirements and filing procedures.
Why Join PatentShala?
Go Beyond the Classroom
Explore the connection between research, intellectual property and real-world innovation — and build knowledge that can support your future academic or professional journey.
Practical Exposure
Gain an introduction to real-world IP concepts, patent research and innovation-focused activities.
Learn from Experts
Explore intellectual property, patenting and technology transfer with expert guidance.
Discover Career Paths
Learn about opportunities in patents, IP management, research commercialisation and innovation.
Understand IP Protection
Build a foundation for identifying potentially protectable work and understanding relevant processes.
Explore Your Own Ideas
Understand the questions and considerations involved in taking a research idea towards IP protection.
Innovation Mindset
Connect scientific and technical learning with entrepreneurship and potential real-world applications.
Who Should Apply?
Curious About Ideas, Research and Inventions?
This programme is suitable for students who want to explore intellectual property, innovation and the journey from research to application.
- Students in Science, Engineering, Technology and related disciplines.
- Students in Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Pharmacy and Life Sciences.
- Students with a research project, prototype, software work or product design.
- Students curious about patents, IP management, entrepreneurship or technology transfer.
- Students who want to learn how ideas may be protected and commercialised.
Frequently Asked Questions
A Few Things to Know Before You Apply
Is the internship no-cost?
Yes. Participation in the one-month internship programme itself is no-cost. Applicable government filing fees and any separately agreed professional or third-party charges are not included unless expressly communicated otherwise.
Who can apply?
Students from Science, Engineering, Technology, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Pharmacy, Life Sciences and related disciplines are welcome to explore the programme.
Will I learn about patents only?
No. The programme introduces patents, industrial designs, copyright, innovation documentation, prior-art research and technology commercialisation.
Can I discuss my own research or innovation?
Participants may receive guidance relevant to their own work, subject to eligibility, expert assessment, ownership considerations, available mentorship capacity and applicable requirements.
Will PatentShala file an IP application for every participant?
No. Filing support is not automatic. Any assistance depends on the nature of the innovation, eligibility, expert review, required documentation, ownership and applicable procedures.
Does participation guarantee a patent or registration?
No. IP protection is not automatic. Patentability, design registrability, copyright eligibility, ownership and filing requirements depend on the specific facts and applicable law.
What is the learning mode?
Details about the learning mode and programme arrangements will be communicated during enrolment.
Should I share my invention publicly before applying?
If you believe your idea may be patentable, avoid publicly disclosing it before obtaining appropriate advice on confidentiality and filing.
Take the First Step
Your Idea Could Be the Beginning of Something Bigger.
Start exploring. Start innovating. Start understanding how intellectual property can help protect, develop and communicate your ideas. Contact PatentShala for application details and programme information.
Participation is subject to selection and available mentorship capacity. Any applicable government filing fees and separately agreed professional or third-party charges will be communicated before relevant work begins. Filing, registration or grant is not guaranteed. Seek appropriate advice on confidentiality and filing before publicly disclosing potentially patentable inventions.
Apply for the Internship
Share your details to express your interest. The PatentShala team can follow up with information about enrolment and next steps.