1. June 2015 Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) How to File a PCT Application

2.  Generally two ways to prepare/file the "paperwork" for a PCT application.  PDF forms (e.g., Request, transmittal, etc.)  PCT-SAFE (SAFE = Secure Applications Filed Electronically) software helps to prepare the electronic forms for filing. Two modes: –Fully electronic mode: The description, claims, abstract and drawings are attached in PDF, TIFF or XML format. –PCT-EASY mode: The request form as well as the application body are submitted on paper, accompanied by a physical medium (floppy disk, CD, etc.) which contains a zip file with the request form, the abstract and a log file created through PCT-SAFE.  For ease of viewing, the presentation will show the PDF forms. How to File a PCT Application

3.  Application (format for A4 Paper and line nos.)  Specification- Format A4 paper & line numbers  Claims  Drawings- add drawing sheet numbers  Abstract- add reference numerals  Transmittal  Request  Fee Transmittal  Declaration(s) (optional) How to File a PCT Application- Paperwork

4.  Transmittal

5. How to File a PCT Application- Paperwork  Request- Page 1

6. How to File a PCT Application- Paperwork  Request- Further Applicants & Inventors

7. How to File a PCT Application- Paperwork  Request- Supplemental Box

8.  Request- Designations & ISA How to File a PCT Application- Paperwork

9.  Request  Transmit Prior Search Results  Declarations How to File a PCT Application- Paperwork

10.  Request - Sample Declarations

11.  Request  Checklist  Signature How to File a PCT Application- Paperwork

12.  Fee Calculation Sheet

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14. June 2015 Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) How to File a PCT Application