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    What is Copyright?

    Copyright is a legal right granted to the creator of original works of authorship (like books, music, films, software, etc.), giving them exclusive rights to use, reproduce, distribute, and monetize their work.

    It is governed in India by the Copyright Act, 1957

    Key Features of Copyright

    • Copyright protects original literary, artistic, musical, and dramatic works, as well as films, sound recordings, software, etc.
    • The work must be original and show some creativity.
    • No registration is required; copyright exists automatically once the work is created and fixed in a tangible form (e.g., written down, recorded, or saved).
    • Copyright grants the creator the exclusive rights to:
    • Reproduce the work
    • Distribute copies
    • Perform or display the work publicly
    • Create derivative works
    • License or sell the work
    • Generally lasts for the lifetime of the author + 60 years (in India).
    • For anonymous or corporate works, it's 60 years from publication.
    • Copyright can be:
    • Assigned (sold/given to someone else)
    • Licensed (permission to use under terms)
    • If someone uses the work without permission, it's a copyright infringement.
    • The owner can take legal action to stop misuse and claim damages.
    • Protected internationally through treaties like the Berne Convention, to which India is a signatory.
    • Even after selling or assigning rights, the author retains:
    • The right to claim authorship
    • The right to object to distortion or misuse of the work
    • Certain limited uses of copyrighted material are allowed without permission, such as:
    • Research or private study
    • Criticism or review
    • News reporting
    • Educational purposes (with limitations)

    Types of Copyrightable Works

    Literary Works

    Books, poems, articles, novels, software code

    Artistic Works

    Paintings, drawings, sculptures, photographs, logos

    Musical Works

    Songs (melody and lyrics, not recordings)

    Dramatic Works

    Plays, scripts, screenplays

    Cinematographic Films

    Movies, short films, documentaries

    Sound Recordings

    Recorded songs, audiobooks, voiceovers

    Software

    Computer programs, mobile apps, games

    What Copyright Does NOT Protect

    Ideas, concepts, or methods (only the expression of ideas is protected).

    Titles, names, slogans (covered under trademark, not copyright).

    Facts or data

    Procedure for Copyright Registration

    Step 1
    Application Filing (Form XIV)
    • File application online at copyright.gov.in or offline at the Copyright Office (New Delhi).
    • Required details: applicant’s name, address, nationality, work description, language, date of creation/publication.
    • Pay prescribed government fee (varies depending on type of work).
    Step 2
    Submission of Documents
    • Two copies of the work (if applicable).
    • Power of Attorney (if filed through an agent/lawyer).
    • NOC (No Objection Certificate) from the author/owner if the applicant is not the actual creator.
    • ID & Address proof of the applicant.
    Step 3
    Diary Number & Waiting Period
    • After filing, the Copyright Office issues a Diary Number (acknowledgement).
    • A 30-day waiting period follows → during which objections (if any) can be raised by third parties.
    Step 4
    Examination by Registrar
    • If no objections → application is examined by the examiner.
    • If objections are raised → hearing is scheduled.
    Step 5
    Registration & Certificate
    • If approved, details of the work are entered into the Register of Copyrights.
    • A Copyright Registration Certificate is issued to the applicant.

    Timeline

    Time required for Copyright Registration :

    Generally takes 2–8 months (if no objections).

    With objections, it may take up to 1 year or more.

    Documents Required for Copyright Registration in India

    The documents vary slightly depending on the type of work (literary, artistic, music, film, software, etc.), but here’s the complete list:

    • General Documents (For All Applicants)
    • Duly filled Form XIV (Application Form)
    • Statement of Particulars & Statement of Further Particulars (as prescribed)
    • Demand Draft / Online Payment Receipt of government fee
    • 2 Copies of the Work (physical or digital, depending on the type)
    • Power of Attorney (Vakalatnama / Form XIV Authorization) – signed by the applicant if filed through an agent/attorney
    • Identity Proof of the Applicant (PAN Card / Aadhaar Card / Passport / Voter ID)
    • Address Proof of the Applicant (Utility Bill / Bank Statement / Aadhaar, etc.)

    Category-Specific Documents Required for Copyright Registration

    The documents vary slightly depending on the type of work (literary, artistic, music, film, software, etc.), but here’s the complete list:

    Literary / Dramatic Works (Books, Articles, Scripts, Software, etc.)

    • 2 hard copies or digital copies of the manuscript/software
    • In case of software → source code (at least first & last 10 pages)

    Artistic Works (Paintings, Logos, Photographs, etc.)

    • 2 copies of the artistic work
    • NOC from the artist/photographer (if applicable)
    • NOC from trademark office (if the work is also used as a logo/label for goods/services)

    Musical Works

    • 2 copies of the musical composition (notation/sheet or recording)
    • NOC from lyricist/composer (if applicable)

    Sound Recordings

    • 2 copies of the CD/DVD containing the recording
    • NOC from music composer, lyricist & producer

    Cinematograph Films (Movies, Documentaries, Short Films)

    • 2 copies of the film in DVD format
    • NOC from director, producer, and scriptwriter

    Computer Programs / Software

    • 2 copies of source code (first & last 10 pages)
    • NOC from employer if created under employment

    Summary

    In short, you’ll need:

    • Application Form (Form XIV)
    • Work Copies (2)
    • Identity/Address Proof
    • NOC (if applicable)
    • Power of Attorney (if through agent)
    • Specific documents depending on type of work

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