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©️ Copyright

Copyright registration services for literary, artistic, musical, cinematographic and software works — creating a permanent legal record of your ownership in India.

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Auto
Arises on Creation
Life+60
Years Protection
180+
Countries Covered
₹500
Govt. Fee
Act 1957
Legal Basis
Berne
Convention
Overview
Copyright Act, 1957

What is Copyright?

Copyright arises automatically upon creation of an original literary, artistic, musical, cinematographic or software work. However, formal registration with the Copyright Office of India creates a public legal record that serves as prima facie evidence of ownership in any court proceeding. A diary number is issued immediately upon filing, providing instant interim protection.

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Automatic Protection

Copyright arises automatically upon creation — but registration provides conclusive legal proof of ownership in court.

Life + 60 Years

Copyright protection lasts for the creator's lifetime plus 60 years — one of the longest-lasting IP protections.

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180+ Countries

Through the Berne Convention, your Indian copyright is automatically protected in 180+ countries.

Services

Our Copyright Services

How It Works

Our Copyright Process

📋1

Work Assessment

We identify the correct category for your work — literary, artistic, musical, cinematographic or software — under the Copyright Act.

📄2

Application Filing

We prepare and file the copyright application with the Copyright Office along with all required documents.

📋3

Diary Number

A diary number is issued immediately upon filing — providing interim proof of your copyright application date.

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Registration Certificate

After examination and the 30-day waiting period, the Copyright Office issues your official Registration Certificate.

Benefits

Why Choose Us for Copyright?

01

Prima Facie Evidence

Registration creates a legal presumption of ownership — invaluable in any court proceeding or IP dispute.

02

Permanent Record

A publicly accessible legal record at the Copyright Office of India.

03

Enforcement Tool

Enables civil suits for injunctions, damages and criminal complaints against infringers.

04

Licensing Asset

Registered copyrights can be licensed to generate royalty income from your creative works.

05

International Coverage

Through the Berne Convention, protected in 180+ countries automatically.

06

Immediate Diary Number

Interim protection begins the moment we file — diary number proves your application date.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is copyright registration mandatory in India?+
No — copyright arises automatically. However, registration creates a legal record and serves as prima facie evidence of ownership.
What works can be copyright registered?+
Literary, dramatic, musical and artistic works; cinematographic films; and sound recordings. Software is registered as a literary work.
How long does copyright registration take?+
2–3 months typically, after the mandatory 30-day waiting period for third-party objections.
Can I register copyright for software?+
Yes — software (computer programs) is registered as a literary work under the Copyright Act, 1957.

Get Expert Copyright Advice

Contact Adv. Nikhil Soni for a free consultation — no commitment, no fees.

+91 98280 29691  ·  office@nikhilsoni.com