Copyright Registration Made Easy
In India, registering a copyright is a legal process that safeguards an individual's creative work or innovation. The Indian Copyright Act of 1957 allows for the registration of copyrights to prohibit any creative activity.
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INTRODUCTION
How does copyright registration work?
In India, copyright registration confers financial advantages and rights to the original authors, artists, and musicians of sound recordings, books, artwork, cinematography, films, and television shows. This allows the artists to profit from their work through duplication, public performances, broadcasts, and distribution of copies to the general public for a range of further internet uses. When a creator develops something, copyright is automatically created. However, copyright registration is significant in India because it grants the creator a public legal right to prevent use of their work by third parties.
ADVANTAGES
Advantages of Registering a Copyright
Legal Evidence of Ownership
A trademark is more than a symbol—it's an asset. Assignment allows trademark owners to monetize years of brand-building efforts. With proper agreements, the assignor can also enforce specific terms and restrictions to protect brand integrity.
Extended Protection Beyond the Creator’s Life
Copyright protection doesn’t end with the creator’s death. It remains valid for the creator's lifetime plus 60 years after their demise, ensuring long-term protection and value for heirs and stakeholders.
Public Record of Ownership
Once registered, your copyright becomes part of a public database, officially documenting your authorship and ownership. This can be extremely helpful in case of commercial negotiations, licensing, or infringement.
Right to File for Infringement
Only registered copyright owners can file a lawsuit for infringement under Indian law. Registration grants you the legal standing to take action and claim damages in case someone uses your work without permission.
A LIST OF DOCUMENTS
📄 List of Documents Required for Copyright Registration in India
To successfully register a copyright in India, the following documents and information are essential:
✅ 1. Applicant’s Details
Full Name of the Applicant
Complete Address
Nationality
For Companies/Organizations: Certificate of Incorporation or Registration
✅ 2. Nature of the Applicant’s Interest
Clarify whether the applicant is:
The original author/creator, or
An authorized representative or agent acting on behalf of the creator
✅ 3. Details of the Work
Type of Work (e.g., literary, artistic, musical, software, etc.)
Title or Name of the Work
Description or Nature of the content
Language of the work
URL (if published online)
✅ 4. Date of First Publication
The exact date when the work was first made available to the public, if applicable
What kinds of rights are registerable?
An original work of art that exists in a material form, such a painting, book, or DVD
Literary works include computer programs, books, and other compilations of any kind. Online writing, such a blog or article series
Sound recordings and musical compositions that feature lyrics and cinematography.
Artistic works: including maps and architectural plans, graphics, sculptures, paintings, etc.
📄 Copyright Registration in 3 Easy Steps
✅ Step 1: Quick & Easy Start
Choose the most suitable copyright registration package.
Spend less than 10 minutes to fill our simple online questionnaire.
Upload the required documents as per the checklist.
Make a secure payment via our trusted payment gateways.
👨💼 Step 2: Expert Support at Every Step
Get a dedicated Relationship Manager assigned.
Receive expert consultation on copyright registration and eligibility.
Share key details about your original work for legal drafting.
📬 Step 3: Your Application is Filed
Complete end-to-end application handling by professionals.
Application submitted to the Copyright Office.
It takes just 10–12 working days
*(Subject to government processing time).
🛠️ Copyright Registration Process – Timeline Breakdown
📅 Day 1–2: Collection
Introductory call and document checklist shared.
Basic information and required documents are collected.
📝 Day 3–5: Drafting & Filing Preparation
Drafting of copyright documents by legal experts.
Review and verification of details and declarations.
Preparation of Vakalatnama (authorization letter).
Filing of Form-XIV for online copyright application.
📤 Day 6–12: Submission & Compliance
Physical submission of:
Payment acknowledgment receipt
Triplicate copies of prescribed forms
Additional documents, if required
Submission completed with the Copyright Registry, Government of India.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions before reaching out? Here are quick answers to some of the most common queries we receive about contacting us, consultations, and service inquiries.
Copyright does not protect ideas, procedures, systems, methods of operation, concepts, principles, discoveries, or unwritten speeches. Only original works that are expressed in a tangible form—like writing, audio, video, or art—can be copyrighted.
A registered copyright owner holds exclusive rights to:
Reproduce or distribute the work by sale, license, or transfer.
Modify, adapt, or create derivative works.
Publicly perform, display, or present the work.
Restrict others from using or claiming ownership without authorization.
Yes. If someone infringes on your registered work:
You may send them a legal notice.
If the infringement continues, you can file a civil suit in court to claim damages and stop further misuse.
For literary, dramatic, musical, or artistic works:
Valid for the lifetime of the author plus 60 years after their death.
For films, sound recordings, photographs:
60 years from the year of publication.For broadcasting:
Valid for 25 years from the beginning of the calendar year following the broadcast.
Yes. Copyright owners can sell, assign, transfer, or license their rights to another party through a formal agreement.
Yes, you can copyright original content on a website, such as:
Text and articles
Images, graphics, and videos
Layouts and code (in some cases)
However:
Domain names are not protected under copyright law.
Each creative element (e.g., each photo or video) is treated as a separate work, and individual applications are required for each.