Copyright Services
Register copyright in your books, software, music, films, artwork and designs — filing, diary number and follow-up with the Copyright Office.
- Timeline2–3 days to file; 6–12 months for registration certificate.
- Starting at₹2,999 + GST & Govt. fees applicable
- Documents6 items — shared securely online
About Copyright Services
Copyright protects original creative works from the moment they are created. Registration creates official evidence of your authorship and ownership, which is invaluable if someone copies your work.
NewStarts prepares the application with the right work category, statement of particulars and no-objection certificates, files it with the Copyright Office and handles discrepancies until the registration certificate is issued.
What is Copyright Services?
Copyright registration is the recording of an original literary, dramatic, musical, artistic work, software, sound recording or cinematograph film in the Register of Copyrights under the Copyright Act, 1957, serving as prima facie evidence of the particulars recorded.
100% online, no office visit- Category
- Intellectual Property (IPR)
- Authority / portal
- Copyright Office, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) — copyright.gov.in
- Timeline
- 2–3 days to file; 6–12 months for registration certificate.
- Starting price
- ₹2,999
- Mode
- 100% online — no office visit needed
Who needs Copyright Services?
Situations where this service is required or strongly recommended.
Authors and publishers
Books, articles, blogs and scripts.
Software developers
Source code and software products.
Musicians and labels
Lyrics, compositions and sound recordings.
Artists and designers
Artwork, illustrations, logos and photographs.
Filmmakers
Films, videos and web series.
Eligibility
Basic conditions to qualify for Copyright Services.
Original work
The work must be your own original creation.
Author or owner applies
Author, owner or their authorised agent.
NOC where needed
From publishers, authors or persons depicted, as applicable.
Copies of the work
Soft copies or samples of the work.
Benefits of Copyright Services
What you gain once it is done right.
Legal evidence
Registration is evidence of ownership in court.
Stop infringement
Take action against copying and piracy.
Monetise your work
License, assign or sell rights with clear title.
Long protection
Generally for the author's lifetime plus 60 years.
Global recognition
Protection in Berne and UCC member countries.
Types of Copyright Services
Choose the option that matches your situation.
Literary works
Books, articles, research and software code.
Musical works and sound recordings
Compositions, lyrics and recorded tracks.
Artistic works
Paintings, drawings, logos and photographs.
Cinematograph films
Films, videos and audio-visual works.
Dramatic works
Plays, scripts and choreography.
Documents required
Keep these ready. We share an exact checklist for your specific case and collect everything through a secure online link.
Get this checklist on WhatsAppApplicant ID Proof
PAN or Aadhaar of the applicant; for a company or firm, the entity PAN and ID of the authorised signatory.
Copy of the Work
A copy of the work being registered — e.g. manuscript, artwork, photographs, audio / video, or a source-code extract for software.
Title & Description of the Work
Title, language and a brief description of the work, along with the year and place of publication if it has been published.
Author Details
Name, address and nationality of the author(s) of the work.
NOC / Assignment from the Author
No-Objection Certificate from the author or an assignment deed, if the applicant is not the author.
Authorisation Letter
Signed letter authorising NewStarts to file and follow up on your behalf.
Step-by-step process
How NewStarts takes Copyright Services from first call to final delivery.
- 01
Consultation
We identify the work category and rights to register.
- 02
Collect documents
Copies of the work, NOCs and ID.
- 03
File the application
Filed online with the statement of particulars and fee.
- 04
Diary number
A diary number is issued immediately.
- 05
Waiting period
A 30-day period for objections from others.
- 06
Examination and certificate
Discrepancies are answered and the certificate is issued.
NewStarts Copyright Services service
What is included when you engage NewStarts.
Free eligibility check
A specialist reviews your facts and confirms the right route and package for Copyright Services before you pay anything.
Document checklist & review
You receive an exact checklist and upload through a secure link. We verify every document to avoid rejections.
Drafting & filing
We prepare every form, declaration and annexure for Copyright Services and file on the correct government portal.
Query & objection handling
Any departmental query or clarification is answered by our team, with corrected filings where needed.
Delivery & hand-over
Certificates and approvals are shared digitally, with a plain-language note on your next compliance steps.
Post-service support
Reminders, renewals and related filings can be handled by the same NewStarts relationship manager.
Transparent pricing
No hidden charges. Choose the package that fits — upgrade anytime.
Basic
₹2,999
+ GST & Govt. fees applicable
Core copyright application filing
- Application preparation
- Filing with Copyright Office
- Status tracking
Premium
₹4,999
+ GST & Govt. fees applicable
Priority copyright filing with expert consultation
- Everything in Basic
- Expert review of work classification
- Email & WhatsApp support
- Dedicated IP expert consultation
- Priority status tracking
Copyright Services FAQs
Have questions? We have answers.
Can’t find your answer? Ask the assistant, or speak to our team.
No, copyright exists on creation, but registration gives strong evidence of ownership.
The diary number is immediate; the certificate usually takes 6 to 12 months.
Yes, as a literary work, with source code extracts.
It depends on the work type, generally ₹500 to ₹5,000 per work.
Generally the author's lifetime plus 60 years for most works.
Both are useful: copyright for the artwork, trademark for brand use.
Yes. Document collection, e-signing and filing are completed online, so you do not need to visit any office. Where a physical step is unavoidable, we tell you upfront.
NewStarts professional fees, GST and government fees are shown separately. Government fees are paid at actuals and confirmed with you before filing.
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