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Registering a
Copyright in India
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Patent
Legal rights to protect a product or process involving an inventive and capable of industrial application. Example: Patent Portfolio of Dell
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Copyright
A copyright grants protection to the creator for the works and prevents such works from being copied or reproduced without his/ their consent. Example: Copyright on website content
Trademark
A trademark protects distinctive sign which identifies certain goods or services as those produced or provided by a specific person or enterprise
Industrial Design
Provide exclusive right to prevent others from applying (making, selling or importing) the protected design to commercial products
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As an entrepreneur, key factors to consider while choosing the IP Rights:
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Work that can be register under Copyright:
Software
Artistic
Choreographic / film
Music
Literary
Sound
Protection From misuse
Competitive Advantage
Top 3 Reasons
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Deliverables:
Time to deliver Registration: 35-40 days
Filing for Copyright Copyright Certificate
Procedure involved in filing Trademark
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Documents required for Copyright Registration
Cinematograph Film –
2 Copies of work
DD/IPO to pay fee
NOC from various copyright holders or copy of
agreement (deed of assignment).
NOC from publisher if work published and publisher is
different from applicant.
If the application is being filed through attorney , a
specific Power of Attorney in original duly signed by
the applicant and accepted by the attorney
Artistic Work –
2 Copies of work
DD/IPO to pay fees
NOC from author if applicant is different from author.
NOC from publisher if work published and publisher is
different from applicant.
Search Certificate from Trade Mark Office (TM -60) if
the work is being used on goods or capable of being
used on the goods.
NOC from person whose photograph appears on the
work.
If the application is being filed through attorney , a
specific Power of Attorney in original duly signed by
the applicant and accepted by the attorney
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Documents required for Copyright Registration Contd.
Literary/ Dramatic Work–
2 Copies of work
DD/IPO to pay fee
NOC from publisher if applicant is other than
publisher and work is published.
NOC from author if applicant is other than author.
If the application is being filed through attorney , a
specific Power of Attorney in original duly signed by
the applicant and accepted by the attorney
Music Work –
2 Copies of work (Graphical Notes)
DD/IPO to pay fee
NOC from publisher if work published and publisher is
different from applicant.
NOC from author if applicant is other than author.
If the application is being filed through attorney , a
specific Power of Attorney in original duly signed by
the applicant and accepted by the attorney
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Documents required for Copyright Registration Contd.
Software Work–
2 Copies of work
DD/IPO to pay fee
NOC from author if author is different from applicant.
NOC from publisher if work is published and publisher
is different from applicant.
If the application is being filed through attorney , a
specific Power of Attorney in original duly signed by
the applicant and accepted by the attorney
Source code and object code of work for verification.
Sound Recording Work –
2 Copies of work
DD/IPO to pay fee
NOC from various copyright holders or copy of
agreement (deed of assignment).
NOC from publisher if work published and publisher is
different from applicant.
If the application is being filed through attorney , a
specific Power of Attorney in original duly signed by
the applicant and accepted by the attorney
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Copyright registration matters
We make things simple!
Can an algorithm be copyrighted?
A computer programme is treated as a literary work and is protected as such by copyright.
Is Copyright Registration Compulsory?
Registration is not a prerequisite for acquiring a copyright in a work. A copyright in a work is created when the work is
created and given a material form, provided it is original.
Should I Copyright again when doing business in other countries?
India is a member of the Bren convention and Universal convention. As Per that any work first published in any country
which is a member of any of the above conventions need not file copyright again.
What Rights does Copyright Provide?
The creator of a work can prohibit or authorize anyone to: reproduce the work in any form, such as print, sound, video,
etc.; use the work for a public performance, such as a play or a musical work; make copies/recordings of the work, such as
via compact discs, cassettes, etc.; broadcast it in various forms; or translate the same to other languages.
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Frequently asked questions (1/2)
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Frequently asked questions (2/2)
How long is copyright valid?
60 years.
Can I assign Copyright to the third party?
Yes, unless such assignment is in writing and signed by the assignee and the assignee.
What if there occurs copyright infringement in India?
The Copyright Act provides both civil and criminal remedies for copyright infringement. When an infringement is proved,
the copyright owner is entitled to remedies by way of injunction, damages, and order for seizure and destruction of
infringing articles.
Can the copyright by someone else be used for the public purpose?
Yes, it can be but by giving prior notice to the owner, and essentially with Statutory License and Compulsory License.
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