Copyright Registration

Copyright registration provides legal protection for original creative works including literary, musical, artistic, dramatic works, software code, and more. It establishes ownership and gives the creator exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, and display the work.

Our team handles the complete copyright registration process, protecting your intellectual property from unauthorized use.

Key Features

Protection for literary, artistic, and musical works

Software code and website content protection

Legal evidence of ownership

Exclusive rights to reproduce and distribute

Valid for lifetime + 60 years

Prevents unauthorized copying or use

What's Included

Copyright search
Application preparation (Form XIV)
Statement of particulars filing
Submission to Copyright Office
Objection handling (if any)
Registration certificate

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Copyright Registration

Copyright is the legal process of safeguarding any form of intellectual or artistic creations from illegal imitation or usage. Grounded on the Copyright Act, 1957, the creators/producers of any original works like literature, music, cinematography, sound records, can look after their intellectual properties. Following the latest amendment, computer-related programming, content, a database can also be protected by obtaining a copyright license.

Why Register Copyright?

Registration creates an official record of your copyright, providing proof of ownership.

In some jurisdictions, copyright registration is required before you can file a lawsuit for copyright infringement.

In the United States, for example, registration allows you to seek statutory damages and attorney's fees in a lawsuit.

Registration in one country may help you enforce your copyright in other countries, thanks to international agreements like the Berne Convention.

The Register of Copyrights is divided into six categories

Literary works other than computer Programs

Musical Works

Artistic Works

Cinematography Films

Sound Recording

Computer Programs, tables & Compilations

Documents Required for Copyright Registration

Name, Address & Nationality of the Candidate – ID proof

NOC from the publisher if work published and publisher is different from the applicant

Search Certificate from Trade Mark Office (TM -60) if any

NOC from a person whose photograph appears on the work

Power of Attorney,2 Copies of work,KYC of author

DD/IPO of Rs. per work ((as applicable)

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Frequently Asked Questions

No, in many jurisdictions (including the United States), copyright protection is automatic upon the creation of a work. However, registration offers additional benefits like legal evidence of ownership, the ability to seek statutory damages, and access to federal courts in case of infringement.

In most jurisdictions, copyright lasts for the life of the author plus a certain number of years (70 years in the United States). For works created by businesses or under "work for hire" arrangements, copyright typically lasts 95 years from publication or 120 years from creation.

No, you can only register works that have been created. However, you can register for works that have not yet been published.

While you still have copyright protection without registration, you may lose certain legal rights and benefits. You might not be able to file lawsuits for copyright infringement in certain jurisdictions, and you might be limited to claiming actual damages instead of statutory damages.

While not mandatory, consulting an intellectual property attorney can be helpful, especially if you're unsure about the registration process or need guidance on complex legal issues. An attorney can also help with enforcement and licensing matters.

Yes, in some jurisdictions, you can have common-law trademark rights based on usage without formal registration. However, registering a trademark provides stronger legal protection and exclusive rights.

Trademark infringement occurs when someone uses a mark that is identical or similar to a registered trademark, in a way that is likely to cause confusion among consumers. This can lead to legal action from the trademark owner.

Yes, trademarks can be transferred (assigned) to another party or licensed for use under specific conditions. This allows trademark owners to monetize their intellectual property or expand their brand's reach.

Advantages Of CopyRight Registration

Trademark Certificate for Artistic Work

For submitting copyright registration on any sort of artistic work, the applicant must get a clear copyright search certificate from the trademark office on a prior basis.

Submission of the work sample

A candidate registering for copyright should put forward his/her work in a soft copy format in JPEG, JPG, or GIF format. Copyright registration for computer programs, database requires 4 CDs or DVDs of that particular computer programs.

Power of Attorney

The candidate must sign the power of attorney rightfully if you are registering copyright through any advocate or legal firm.

Basic Details of Creator

To register before the Copyright Act, some basic details of the creator like Name, Address & Nationality are mandatory.

Copyright Registration