Copyright Registration
Copyright registration in India is the legal process of protecting original creative works such as books, music, software, artwork and digital content. Our expert team provides complete online copyright registration support across India.
Copyright Registration grants the creator exclusive rights to reproduce, publish, adapt, and commercially exploit the work, and helps prevent unauthorized copying or misuse. Our copyright registration in India services help creators, businesses and professionals secure legal ownership of their creative works.
Copyright registered in India is valid and enforceable only within the territory of India, as per Indian copyright law. Currently in India, Copyright office is operating from New Delhi.
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Creation of Original Work : The work must be original and fixed in a tangible form (written, recorded, designed, coded, etc.). Application Filing : An online application is filed with details of the author, owner, nature of work, and date of creation, along with the prescribed government fee. Diary Number Issued : After submission, a Diary Number is generated, which acts as acknowledgment of filing. Mandatory Waiting Period (30 Days) : The Copyright Office allows 30 days for objections from the public, if any. Examination by Authority : If no objection is raised, the application is examined for originality and completeness. If objections arise, clarification or a hearing may be required. Approval & Registration : Once satisfied, the authority approves the application and enters the work in the Register of Copyrights. Copyright Certificate Issued : An official Copyright Registration Certificate is issued, serving as legal proof of ownership.
Duration of Copyright (In Short)
In India, the duration of copyright protection depends on the type of work:
Literary, Dramatic, Musical & Artistic Works : Valid for the lifetime of the author + 60 years after their death. Photographs, Films, Sound Recordings & Government Works : Valid for60 years from the year of first publication.
After expiry, the work enters the public domain and can be freely used by anyone.
What All Can Be Copyrighted (In Short)
Copyright protects original expression, not ideas. The following can be copyrighted:
❌ Ideas, concepts, titles, names, and slogans alone cannot be copyrighted unless they are expressed in a fixed, original form.
Why Copyright Registration Matters ?
It legally secures your creative work, strengthens enforcement rights, and builds trust for licensing, monetization, and business growth. Copyright protects creative work for decades, ensuring long-term ownership, control, and legal protection for creators and businesses.