To register copyright, create an account on copyright.gov.in, fill the application with work, author and owner details, upload copies of the work and supporting documents, pay the fee for the category, wait 30 days for objections, respond to any discrepancy letter from the examiner, and receive the extract of the Register of Copyrights.
Step 1: Prepare the work and details
Collect the final version of the work, author and owner details, publication status and date.
Step 2: File the application
- Create an account and fill the form.
- Upload copies of the work.
- Attach NOC from author or publisher where the applicant differs.
- Pay the fee.
Step 3: 30-day waiting period
The diary number is published and anyone may object within 30 days.
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Get expert help →Step 4: Examination
The examiner may issue a discrepancy letter; reply within the time allowed.
Step 5: Registration
On approval, the work is entered in the Register and an extract is issued.
Frequently asked questions
What documents are needed for copyright?
Copies of the work, ID of the applicant, NOC from the author or publisher where needed, and power of attorney if filed through an agent.
What if someone objects?
The Registrar hears both parties and decides whether to register the work.
Can I file for an unpublished work?
Yes. Unpublished works can be registered.
Is a logo registered under copyright as artistic work?
Yes, with a statement from the Trade Marks Registry that no similar mark is registered, where the work is used or capable of use on goods.
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