Online Copyright Registration Process: Documents & Fees

Copyright registration is an important process for anyone to go through who wants his or her creation exclusive and protected against anyone who wants to use it in any unauthorised way. The government of India has made it easier by coming up with an online form of registration, making the process easier, more manageable and more efficient for creators in various disciplines. In addition to establishing ownership, this registration also grants creators the rights to legal steps and possible monetary rewards such as licensing or royalties. This blog covers the entire process of online copyright registration with a step-by-step guide to make it easier for you to protect your creative work.

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What is Copyright?      

Copyright is a legal regime afforded an author of creation, enabling the creator to control the use of the created work. It provides the creator with the exclusive rights to make copies of his creation, sell, rent or broadcast it, or allow others to do so. Copyright is intended to protect ideas, encourage invention, and creative work in science and art to provide compensation for employees upon having their works protected financially and morally. This protection is conferred when a work is reduced to physical means, and the protection is for a limited time, which, though, can be the life of the creator plus so many years depending on the laws of the country. Some of these are for fair use and for a particular usage without permission.

Benefits of Online Copyright Registration

Copyright registration simply provides the work with official documentation and grants the creators better legal defense and tools for reclaiming rights, such as:

1. Legal Protection: The Copyrights Act provides an application for registration; the registration certificate gives the owner a public record to protect him against the infringers.

2. Exclusive Rights: Registered copyright gives the owner the legal ownership of the work to reproduce, distribute or modify the piece of work.

3. Evidence of Ownership: It also plays a role of initial admissible evidence in the case where the creator involves himself or herself in a legal case.

4. Public Notification: Registration informs the public of the copyright, hence preventing future infringement.

5. Monetary Benefits: Contractors may license or sell a work, and they receive royalties or additional receipts as added products.

Online Copyright Registration Process

Copyright registration is systematic documentation of the legal processes that results in recognition of your work. Here’s a step-by-step guide to the registration process:

1. Access the Official Website:
   • Visit the Copyright Office of India website.
   • If you are a first-time user, make sure you sign up as a new member.
2. Submit Application:
   • Log in to your account.
   • Click on "Online Copyright Registration."
   • Complete the form, providing information about your work (title of work, type of work, etc.).
   • You will be asked to upload a scanned copy of your signature and any other necessary papers.
3. Payment:
   • Go to the online payment and process the required payment.
4. Dairy Number Issuance:
   • Upon submission, you shall be provided with a dairy number signifying the beginning of your application.
   • Wait for 30 days for any objections.
5. Application Scrutiny:
   • If there is no opposition, your application will be handed over to a scrutinizer.
   • If there are issues, then certain hearings will be held in order to sort it out.
6. Obtain Copyright Registration Certificate:
   • When your application is approved, a copyright registration certificate shall be issued to you.
   • The whole process in general takes 2 to 3 months.

Documents Required for Online Copyright Registration 

To successfully apply for online copyright registration, you need to gather and submit the following documents:

1. Application Form
2. Copy of the Work (2 copies for unpublished, 3 copies for published)
3. Identity Proof (PAN card and Aadhaar card)
4. No Objection Certificates (NOCs) from:
   • Author (if applicable)
   • Publisher (if applicable)
   • Individuals appearing in the work (if applicable)
5. Power of Attorney (if applicable)
6. Details about the Work (title, language, year of publication, country of publication)
7. Contact Information (mobile number and email address)

Online Copyright Registration Fees

The official fee for filing an application for registration of copyright in a Literary, Dramatic, Musical or Artistic work is INR 500/- per work. The table outlines the fee structure for various copyright registration applications and related services under the Copyright Act.

Note:- Professional fees for the copyright registration is ₹2,000 only with Professional Utilities.

Conclusion

To avoid undesired circumstances, obtaining an online copyright registration is important because it grants one full rights to their work and shields it from infringement. The simple approach that has been developed online in India also helps creators protect their ownership by legal means, publicly declare the ownership, and have chances to receive royalties for their works. After registration, a person gets an opportunity to be officially protected by the state for his creation; registration means filing an application with documents and a fee, which entitles its holder to prove ownership and react legally in the case of a violation of his rights. To ensure your creative output is shielded and to improve your artistic practice, register your work with the Copyright Office India while doing it online.

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What is the purpose of copyright registration?

Protection of copyright view as a legal entitlement of a creator to prevent others from reproducing an original work as well as selling, licensing or otherwise exploiting it.

Is it mandatory to register a copyright in India?

No, copyright is given without needing to register a work, but without registration, the person lacks clear documentation in case the copyright has been infringed.

How long does it take to register a copyright online?

The process usually lasts 2 to 3 months; however, it is obligatory to pass the objection stage, which lasts 30 days.

Can I register unpublished works for copyright?

Yes, you can register unpublished works. However, further documents such as NOCs from co-authors (if any) may be necessary.

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