Register your software, creative work, or content with the Indian Copyright Office
Prepare Application and Work Copy
We prepare Form XIV (Statement of Particulars) and Form XIII (Application for Copyright), along with 3 copies of the work (or source code for software).
File with Copyright Office
Application is filed online via copyright.gov.in or physically at the Copyright Office in New Delhi.
Mandatory Waiting Period
The Copyright Office gives a 30-day mandatory waiting period for any objections from third parties claiming prior ownership.
Examination
If no objection is received, the examiner reviews the application. If objected, a hearing is scheduled.
Registration Certificate
The Registration Certificate (Diary Number confirmed as Registration) is issued. This takes 30–60 working days in total.
Copyright application (Form XIV) filled and submitted online
Diary number issued by Copyright Office
Mandatory 30-day waiting period (for third-party objections)
Examiner reviews the work; any discrepancy letter addressed
Copyright registration certificate issued
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Valid for: Literary / artistic / dramatic / musical works: lifetime of author + 60 years. Software / cinematographic / sound recording: 60 years from publication
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