Tarlac State University received its third consecutive Platinum Award from the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines during the 2025 ITSO Clustering Awards today (March 25), held at Diversion 21 Hotel in Mandurriao District, Iloilo City.
The Platinum Award is the highest distinction from IPOPHL given to institutions that meet and exceed the prescribed targets on IP filings, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, utility models, and industrial designs, all of which are under the supervision of the university's Office of Innovation and Business Development.
These targets are set under the ITSO Clustering Framework, which serves as the benchmark for performance and growth of member institutions nationwide.
Apart from the highest distinction, the university was also awarded two Special Citation Awards for Patent and Copyright, totaling 10 patent applications and 60 copyright filings, wherein TSU was recognized as one of the top filers in these categories.
Vice President for Research, Innovation, and Extension Atty. Wilmark Ramos and OIBD Director Atty. Jayriz Dungca received the awards on behalf of TSU during the two-day Innovation and Technology Support Office Presidents' Summit and General Assembly.
The OIBD ensures IP advancement in terms of protection and the innovation ecosystem. From being initially recognized with a Bronze Award in 2022, TSU leaped to the Platinum Award in 2023 and sustained this level of performance from 2024 to 2025.
After securing three Platinum Awards, the university aims to achieve the Palladium Award, which can only be granted to institutions with five consecutive Platinum Awards.
Photo credits: Office of Innovation and Business Development
