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Copyright Registration

Safeguard Your Creative Works with Legal Protection

Copyright Registration grants creators the exclusive right to use, distribute, reproduce, and monetize their original works. It protects literary, artistic, musical, dramatic, and software works, ensuring that no one can copy or exploit your creations without permission.

Works Protected Under Copyright

  • Literary Works – Books, Articles, Blogs, Computer Programs, Software, Databases

  • Artistic Works – Paintings, Drawings, Logos, Photographs, Architecture Designs

  • Musical Works – Compositions, Lyrics, Sound Recordings

  • Dramatic Works – Scripts, Plays, Choreography

  • Cinematographic Films – Movies, Documentaries, Videos

  • Sound Recordings – MP3s, CDs, Audio Cassettes

Benefits of Copyright Registration

✅ Provides legal ownership of creative works
✅ Acts as evidence in court in case of disputes
✅ Prevents unauthorized reproduction or piracy
✅ Enhances brand value and credibility
✅ Ensures royalty rights for creators
✅ Valid for 60 years (varies by category)

Documents Required for Copyright Registration

  • Completed Copyright Application Form (Form XIV)

  • Copies of the Work (Soft Copy / Hard Copy)

  • Author & Applicant’s Identity Proof (PAN, Aadhaar, Passport, etc.)

  • NOC from Publisher (if published)

  • NOC from Co-Authors/Owners (if multiple creators)

  • Power of Attorney (if filed through an agent)

Process of Copyright Registration

  1. Application Filing – Submit Form XIV with prescribed fees.

  2. Diary Number Issued – Acknowledgment issued for tracking.

  3. Mandatory Waiting Period – 30 days for objections.

  4. Examination by Registrar – Registrar checks originality.

  5. Hearing (if objections raised) – Applicant defends the claim.

  6. Registration Certificate Issued – Once approved, the applicant receives the Copyright Certificate.

Timeline

  • Typically takes 2–6 months (if no objections).

  • If objections are raised, it may extend to 8–12 months.

Why Choose Us?

  • 📌 End-to-End Support from filing to registration.

  • 📌 Strong drafting to avoid rejections/objections.

  • 📌 Expert handling of objections & hearings.

  • 📌 Cost-effective and hassle-free process.