In India, any invention that meets the criteria of novelty, non-obviousness, and industrial applicability can be patented. The Indian Patent Act, 1970, defines an invention as "a new product or process involving an inventive step and capable of industrial application." The following types of inventions are eligible for patent protection in India: Product inventions: Any new and useful product, including machines, devices, compositions of matter, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals, can be patented in India. Process inventions: Any new and useful process, including methods of manufacturing, producing, or improving products, can be patented in India. Software-related inventions: In India, software can be patented if it meets the criteria of novelty, non-obviousness, and industrial applicability. However, computer programs per se and algorithms cannot be patented. Business method inventions: In India, methods of doing business, including financial or trading methods, can be patented if they meet the criteria of novelty, non-obviousness, and industrial applicability. Biotech inventions: In India, biotechnological inventions, including gene sequences, proteins, and other biological molecules, can be patented if they meet the criteria of novelty, non-obviousness, and industrial applicability. It's important to note that certain types of inventions, such as scientific theories, mathematical methods, and mere discoveries, cannot be patented in India.

Dear client, In India, the patent to be patentable it must meet certain criteria which is specified under the patent acts, 1970. The following are the criteria for a patent to be patentable. Novelty (Newness) The invention must be original and it should not be disclosed in any prior art. It should not be published or in public use etc,,. Inventive step (non-obviousness) The invention should be a technically advanced one and it must not be obvious to be a skilled person in the filed can able to easily recreate it. Industrial applicability The purpose of the invention must be capable of being used in an industry Patentable subject matter The invention should not fall under section 3 and section 4 of the patents Act, which list non- patentable inventions such as: • Laws of nature, mathematical formulas, scientific theories. • Mere discovery of a known substance • Frivolous inventions or inventions against public order • Business methods, algorithms, and software per se • Plants and animals other than microorganisms • Traditional knowledge. Some of the examples of patentable inventions in India: • A new drug formulation for treating a disease. • A new and improved car engine with better fuel efficiency • A software related invention that works in conjunction with hardware • A biomedical device with novel functionality. I hope this answer helps, in case of future queries please feel free to contact us. Thank you