Ayush Innovation Sees Eightfold Rise in Patent Filings

According to the 'Status Report on Ayush Related Inventions in India (2014–2026)', Ayush-related patent filings and grants experienced substantial growth between FY 2014–15 and FY 2025–26, with annual filings increasing from 63 to 590 applications. Released during the 11th Ayurveda Day celebrations by the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trademarks (CGPDTM), the report notes that 4,077 patent applications were filed and 711 patents granted overall, with a strong acceleration observed in the post-COVID period. Maharashtra led state-level patent activity with 744 filings and 142 grants. The findings highlight participation from natural persons, educational institutions, corporations, startups, and research entities.