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India now ranks among top six nations globally in 6G patent filings: Minister of State, Telecom - IBEF

  • News article
  • 15 May 2025
  • European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency
  • 1 min read

India has made a rapid ascent in the global telecommunications race, now ranking among the top six nations in 6G patent filings as of 2025. This surge is driven by the Bharat 6G Vision, a government-led initiative that aims to secure at least 10% of global 6G patents by 2030. To fuel this innovation, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has funded over 111 research projects with an investment exceeding ₹300 crore, focusing on critical areas like Terahertz communication, AI-native networks, and indigenous chipset ecosystems. 

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Publication date
15 May 2025 (Last updated on: 29 December 2025)
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European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency