I wrote a course curriculum that a competitor copied almost word-for-word and sold on their platform. AP Advisors had registered my copyright 8 months earlier. They drafted a cease & desist notice — the competitor took down the content within 72 hours. Couldn't have done it without the registration.
Protect Your Creative Work
Copyright Registration — Own Your Work Legally
Your book, song, code, design, film, or website content is your intellectual property. A registered copyright gives you legal proof of ownership and the right to take action against anyone who copies or misuses your creative work.
1,000+ Works Registered
All Work Types Covered
Objection Support Included
COPYRIGHT OFFICE — INDIA
Copyright Act, 1957
Your Creative Work Title
Literary / Software / Artistic
WHAT CAN BE REGISTERED
Books
Music
Software
Art
Films
Web Content
Legal Ownership Proof
Life + 60 Yrs
179+ Countries
Stop Plagiarism
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Works Registered
0+
Years Experience
179+
Countries Protected
Life + 60
Years of Protection
WHAT IS COPYRIGHT?
Your creativity, your right — registered and protected
Copyright is an automatic legal right that arises the moment you create an original work. But without registration, proving you own it — especially in a court of law — is difficult. A registered copyright is your documented, legally admissible proof of ownership.
Under the Copyright Act, 1957, registration gives you the exclusive right to reproduce, distribute, perform, or license your work. If someone infringes — plagiarises your book, copies your code, steals your design — a registered copyright gives you the legal standing to take immediate action, demand damages, and seek injunctions.
Legal Proof of Ownership
Registration creates a public record — courts accept it as prima facie evidence of ownership and originality.
Stop Plagiarism Legally
Send cease & desist notices, file infringement suits, and claim statutory damages with a registered copyright.
179+ Countries Protected
India is a signatory to the Berne Convention — your copyright is automatically recognised in 179+ member countries.
Life + 60 Years Protection
Copyright lasts for the author's lifetime plus 60 years — among the longest IP protections available.
License & Monetise
License your work to publishers, platforms, studios, or brands — registered copyright makes licensing legally enforceable.
Valuable IP Asset
Registered copyrights can be transferred, sold, and inherited — they're business assets that retain and grow in value.
WHAT CAN BE REGISTERED
Every type of creative work — we register them all
Copyright covers a wide range of original creative works. If you created it, you can protect it — regardless of medium or format.
CLASS — LITERARY
Literary Works
Books, novels, poems, scripts, articles, manuals, course material, research papers, lyrics, and any written expression of original thought.
📖 Books & Novels
📝 Articles & Blogs
🎤 Song Lyrics
📚 Course Material
CLASS — LITERARY (SOFTWARE)
Software & Code
Computer programs, mobile apps, SaaS source code, databases, algorithms, and website code are classified as literary works under copyright law.
💻 Web & Mobile Apps
⚙️ SaaS Source Code
🗄️ Databases
🌐 Website Code
CLASS — ARTISTIC
Artistic Works
Paintings, drawings, logos, illustrations, photographs, sculptures, architectural designs, and any original visual creative expression.
🎨 Paintings & Illustrations
📷 Photographs
🏛️ Architecture Drawings
🖼️ Logo Artwork
CLASS — MUSICAL
Musical Works
Original musical compositions — melodies, tunes, jingles, background scores. Note: lyrics are protected separately as literary works.
🎵 Original Compositions
🎸 Jingles & Tunes
🎹 Background Scores
🎺 Instrumental Music
CLASS — DRAMATIC
Dramatic & Film Works
Screenplays, scripts, plays, choreography, and cinematographic films (including web series and short films) are separately protectable.
🎬 Films & Web Series
🎭 Stage Plays
📋 Screenplays
💃 Choreography
CLASS — SOUND RECORDING
Sound Recordings & Broadcasts
Recorded audio — albums, podcasts, audiobooks, and sound effects — and broadcast programmes have separate copyright protection.
🎙️ Albums & Singles
🎧 Podcasts
📻 Broadcasts
📖 Audiobooks
Not sure if your work qualifies? If it's original and you created it, it almost certainly does. Our IP team will assess your work type, determine the correct copyright class, and file the right application. Free assessment →
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
What you need to file your copyright
Minimal documentation — the work itself is the most important. We handle the Copyright Office filing completely online.
Author / Applicant Details
- PAN Card of the author / owner
- Aadhaar Card or Passport
- Passport-size photograph
- Address proof of applicant
- Email address & mobile number
- Certificate of Incorporation (if company)
Work Details
- Title of the work
- Class / type of work (literary, artistic, etc.)
- Language (for literary / dramatic works)
- Year and country of first publication (if published)
- Name of publisher (if applicable)
- Statement of whether work is original or derivative
Copy of the Work
- Printed copy / PDF for literary works
- High-resolution image file for artistic works
- Source code printout / description for software
- Music sheet / audio file details for musical works
- Script / screenplay for dramatic works
- Power of Attorney — Form XIV (we prepare this)
HOW IT WORKS
From your creative work to registered copyright
Six steps — we handle the Copyright Office filing, respond to examiner queries, and track until your diary number is issued.
01
Work Assessment
We assess your creative work, determine the correct copyright class, and confirm whether it qualifies for registration.
02
Document Preparation
We prepare Form XIV (Power of Attorney), Statement of Particulars, and all supporting documents for your application.
03
Copyright Office Filing
We file your application with the Copyright Office (DPIIT, Govt. of India) online — along with the copy of your work and all forms.
04
Diary Number Issued
A unique Diary Number is assigned immediately — this is your application reference and proof of pending registration.
05
30-Day Waiting Period
The Copyright Office gives 30 days for third-party objections. If no objection is raised, the examiner reviews and approves.
06
Registration Certificate
The Copyright Office issues your Registration Certificate with a unique registration number — your work is officially protected.
Typical timeline: 3–6 months (diary number: same day)
Protect My Work Now
The diary number issued on filing day gives you immediate legal standing to claim copyright and act against infringers.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Everything in our copyright protection package
One transparent fee. Government fees are itemised separately. No surprise add-ons.
ESSENTIAL
Single Work Copyright
Register one creative work — book, song, software, artwork, or any single original work.
- Work class assessment
- Form XIV (Power of Attorney) preparation
- Copyright Office online filing
- Diary Number issued same day
- Application status tracking
- Examiner query response (1 round)
- Trademark registration
- Cease & desist letter
Most Popular
COMPLETE
Copyright + Trademark Bundle
Protect your work AND your brand in one go — copyright for the content, trademark for the name/logo.
- Everything in Essential
- Trademark Registration (1 class)
- TM Availability Search
- Trademark Objection Reply (1 round)
- MSME fee discount guidance
- IP portfolio overview report
- Cease & desist letter
- Infringement legal notice
PREMIUM
Full IP Protection Bundle
Complete intellectual property shield — copyright, trademark, and legal enforcement tools in one package.
- Everything in Complete
- Multiple works copyright (up to 3)
- Trademark in 2 classes
- Cease & Desist Letter Draft
- Copyright License Agreement Template
- IP monitoring alert setup
- Dedicated IP Attorney Assigned
- 1-Year renewal & infringement alerts
Government fees at the Copyright Office are ₹500 per work (individuals). Fees are itemised in your quote — no surprises. Request a detailed quote →
WHY AP ADVISORS
Your work protected. Your rights enforced.
Most copyright rejections happen because the wrong class is selected or documentation is incomplete. We prevent both.
Correct Class First Time
Literary, artistic, musical, software — misclassification causes delays and rejections. We get it right before filing.
IP Attorney Oversight
Every application is reviewed by an IP expert — ensuring completeness and accuracy before submission.
Examiner Query Handling
Copyright examiners raise queries on incomplete or unclear applications. We respond precisely and on time.
Zero Hidden Charges
Government fees (₹500/work) and our professional fees are quoted upfront — no add-ons after you pay.
Copyright + Trademark Together
Protect the work (copyright) and the brand (trademark) together — we handle both with one dedicated team.
Infringement Support
If someone copies your work, we draft cease & desist notices and advise on legal remedies immediately.
0+Works Registered
0+Years Experience
179+Countries
6 ClassesAll Work Types
Copyright Office authorised filing process
All 6 copyright classes handled
Examiner query response included
Response within 4 business hours
Secure document portal (256-bit SSL)
CLIENT STORIES
Creators who protected their work with us
Real creators who now own their work legally and have taken action against infringers.
As a SaaS founder, I always thought copyright was for artists. AP Advisors explained that our source code is protected as a literary work. They registered our core algorithm and UI code — now when we pitch to investors, we have documented IP ownership. That's worth more than the registration fee.
A record label approached me to license my musical compositions. Having a registered copyright made the licensing agreement straightforward and enforceable. AP Advisors handled the registration and also helped draft the licensing terms. My music is now earning passive royalties — all protected legally.
Still have questions?
Our IP team replies within 4 business hours.
FREQUENTLY ASKED
Copyright questions creators ask us daily
Copyright arises automatically the moment you create an original work — that's true. But without registration, proving in court that you are the original author (and when you created it) is extremely difficult. Registration creates a public record at the Copyright Office that is legally admissible as prima facie evidence of ownership. In infringement cases, it makes the difference between winning and losing.
The Copyright Office issues a Diary Number on the day of filing — this is your immediate reference and proof of application. After a mandatory 30-day waiting period (for third-party objections), the examiner reviews and approves the application. The Registration Certificate is typically issued within 3–6 months from filing. The diary number itself gives you full legal standing to act against infringers from day one.
Yes. Website content (text, images, graphics) can be registered as literary or artistic works. Software and app source code is protected as a literary work under Indian copyright law. The app UI design can be registered as an artistic work. We recommend registering the source code and key design elements separately for maximum protection — especially valuable for SaaS startups before investor pitches or product launches.
Copyright protects original creative works (books, code, music, art) — giving you exclusive rights to reproduce and distribute them. Trademark protects brand identifiers (names, logos, taglines) — giving you exclusive commercial use in specific classes. A book title cannot be copyrighted but can be trademarked. A logo design is both copyrightable (as artistic work) and trademarkable (as a brand identifier). We recommend both for complete IP protection.
For literary, dramatic, musical, and artistic works: the author's lifetime plus 60 years after death. For cinematographic films and sound recordings: 60 years from the year of publication. For government works: 60 years from publication. After this period, works enter the public domain. There is no renewal requirement — copyright protection is automatic throughout the full period.
Yes. Work created by an employee in the course of employment is generally owned by the employer (company) under Indian copyright law — unless the employment contract states otherwise. The company can register copyright as the "author" and "owner." This is particularly important for software companies, publishing houses, creative agencies, and any business where employees create original work as part of their role.
PROTECT YOUR WORK TODAY
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