Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has launched a scheme, Support for International Patent Protection in E&IT to provide financial support to MSMEs and Technology Startup units for international patent filing to encourage innovation and recognize the value and capabilities of global IP along with capturing growth opportunities in ICTE sector. SIP EIT II comprises of two schemes: 1. Support for International Patent Protection in E&IT In order to encourage filing of International Patents, a Scheme Support International Patent Protection in Electronics & IT (SIP-EIT) has been put in place. The Scheme Supports International Patent Protection in Electronics & IT by SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) and Technology Start-Up Companies. 2. Scheme to Support IPR Awareness Seminars/Workshops in E&IT Sector (Currently the scheme is under review) Under the scheme, Meity aims to provide financial support to Education Institutes, Meity societies, etc. for organizing seminars & workshops on IPR awareness among various stakeholders. Source https://ict-ipr.in/sipeit/login