USPTO PATENT BAR EXAM
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USPTO OED Qualification Requirements
The General Requirements Bulletin (GRB) details all you need for registration to practice in patent cases before the USPTO. Eligibility hinges on two main factors:
Education: Typically, a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in science or technology is required. More details are provided below.
Moral Character: Candidates must demonstrate good standing, as evaluated by the OED. While a record doesn’t preclude registration, it may extend the process and incur additional costs.
List of USPTO OED Approved Majors for Patent Bar Exam Qualification
Aeronautical Engineering
Agricultural Engineering
Biochemistry
Biology
Biomedical Engineering
Botany
Ceramic Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Computer Engineering
Computer Science*
Electrical Engineering
Electrochemical Engineering
Electronics Technology
Engineering
Physics
Food Technology
General Chemistry
General Engineering
Geological Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Marine Technology
Mechanical Engineering
Metallurgical Engineering
Microbiology
Mining Engineering
Molecular Biology
Nuclear Engineering
Organic Chemistry
Petroleum Engineering
Pharmacology
Physics
Textile Technology
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