Mahindra & Mahindra Patent Portfolio Grows 20x Over a Decade, Reflecting Focus on Innovation
Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) announced that its patent portfolio has grown significantly over the last decade, highlighting the company's sustained commitment to Research & Development (R&D) and the 'Make in India' initiative.The company reported that its number of granted patents increased 20 times over the last ten years, rising from 56 patents granted since inception in FY16 to 1334 in FY26.
The increasing size of the patent portfolio is reflective of the company's growing R&D capabilities, enabling it to expand boundaries and deliver technologically immersive experiences to customers. The patent filings also include contributions from M&M's subsidiary, Mahindra Electric Automobile Ltd.
As of March 2026, M&M's cumulative tally of patent applications stands at 2,728, demonstrating the firm's drive for excellence and innovation.
Patent Breakdown and Conversion Rate
The company's patent data shows a strong specialization, with 60% of the 1334 granted patents relating to the Automotive Business and 40% pertaining to the Farm Business.The effectiveness of their intellectual property strategy has improved notably over the decade. The conversion ratio of applications to patents rose from 8% in FY16 to over 65% for applications filed over the last ten years.
The distribution of the 1334 granted patents across the primary business segments is detailed below:
| Business Segment | Percentage of Granted Patents |
|---|---|
| Automotive Business | 60% |
| Farm Business | 40% |
Recognition in Innovation
In addition to the patent growth, Mahindra & Mahindra has secured multiple accolades for its contributions to innovation. Within the last year alone, the company received several prestigious awards, including the CII IP Award for the Best Patent Portfolio and the CII Innovation Award, recognizing it among India's Top 50 Innovative Companies in 2025. M&M also received the CII National Award for Industry-Academia Partnership, the Questel IP Excellence Award, and recognition at the CMO Asia Awards 2025.M&M Stock Price Movement
As of 3:10 PM, shares of Mahindra & Mahindra Limited are shedding 3.62% in live trading, currently dipping to ₹3035.7. The stock is facing substantial selling pressure, as evidenced by a trading volume exceeding 3.81 million shares.Disclaimer: Due care and diligence have been taken in compiling and presenting news and market-related content. However, errors or omissions may arise despite such efforts.
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