On January 5, 2021, TIPO launched the "Positive Patent Examination Pilot Program for Startup Companies" to support startups in accelerating patent portfolio development and streamlining examination procedures. The initiative has since won broad acclaim from applicants and patent agents alike, prompting the pilot period to be extended for an additional year, starting January 1, 2026.

In 2025, the average duration from application filing to receiving the notice of examination results was only 66 days (2.2 months). This timeframe was significantly shorter than that of the standard invention patent examination route, effectively enabling startups to rapidly develop their patent portfolios.