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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

Exclusive Rights

50% Increase in Copyright Registration in 2016-2017, but why?

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Share your requirement

Scrutiny by Officers

Hearing if Objection raises

Copyright Registration

30 Days

2-5 Days

Hire & pay deposit

Apply for Copyright

Registration

1 Day

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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Why choose Wazzeer for this service?

Qualified Lawyer

• Expert in IP Matters

• Over 100 Copyright

Registered

• Support during Copyright

Process Hurdles

• Best in industry price

• Pay what you see

• No Hidden charges

Cost Effective

Hassle Free Delivery

• Set SOP

• Glitch free project delivery

in 4 days

Dedicated Account

Manager

Your one point contact for all

Legal support during

Copyright registration matters

We make things simple!

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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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Communicate your requirement

Compare Quotations Relax and Track

Review and accept delivery

Hire and Pay Deposit

Wazzeer is evolving into a trusted destination for end to end legal, accounting and compliance services

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