Copyright registration for literary, artistic, musical, dramatic, and software works — creating a public record of ownership and strengthening your legal position in infringement disputes.
Copyright protection in India arises automatically upon creation of an original work — registration is not mandatory. However, copyright registration creates a public record of ownership, provides prima facie evidence of ownership in court, and significantly strengthens your legal position in infringement disputes. It is particularly important for software, books, music, films, and artistic works with commercial value.
AccentTax Consulting handles copyright registration for all categories of works — literary works (books, articles, software code), artistic works (logos, illustrations, photographs), musical works, dramatic works, and cinematographic films. We manage the complete registration process from application to certificate issuance.
At a Glance
✦ Who is this for
Authors, Software developers, Artists, Musicians, Filmmakers, Publishers, Businesses with proprietary software or creative content
✦ Governed by
Copyright Act, 1957 | Copyright Rules, 2013 | Copyright Office (copyright.gov.in)
✦ Estimated timeline
6–12 months (subject to Copyright Office processing)
✦ Our fee
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Key advantages of engaging AccentTax Consulting for Copyright Registration.
Registration certificate is prima facie evidence of copyright ownership — critical in infringement litigation.
Creates a public record of your ownership — deterring potential infringers and establishing priority.
Registered copyright can be licensed, assigned, or used as collateral — creating commercial value from creative work.
Registered copyright owners can seek civil and criminal remedies — including injunctions, damages, and seizure.
Simple, transparent, and fully managed by our team.
We classify your work under the appropriate copyright category (literary, artistic, musical, etc.).
We prepare Form XIV application with details of the work, author, owner, and year of creation.
Application filed with the Copyright Office along with copies of the work and prescribed fee.
Diary number issued immediately — providing interim protection while the application is processed.
Copyright Office examines the application. If no objection within 30 days, the application proceeds.
Copyright registration certificate issued — confirming your ownership and the registration details.
We classify your work under the appropriate copyright category (literary, artistic, musical, etc.).
We prepare Form XIV application with details of the work, author, owner, and year of creation.
Application filed with the Copyright Office along with copies of the work and prescribed fee.
Diary number issued immediately — providing interim protection while the application is processed.
Copyright Office examines the application. If no objection within 30 days, the application proceeds.
Copyright registration certificate issued — confirming your ownership and the registration details.
We handle everything — you just provide documents.
Don't have all documents ready? Contact us — we'll guide you step by step.
Send Documents on WhatsApp6–12 months | Diary number issued immediately | Certificate issued after examination and objection period
Copyright protection begins from the date of creation — not registration. Registration creates a public record and legal presumption of ownership.
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