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Copyright Assignment
Execute and record a copyright assignment under s.18–s.19 Copyright Act 1957. Form V filing fee ₹200. Writing + period + territory + royalty mandatory.
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7–14 Days
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₹6,499
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₹6,499
Professional fee (no government fee)
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Government fee (est.)No fee
Turnaround7–14 Days
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About this service
Copyright Registration grants statutory legal protection to original authors, creators, and developers over literary, dramatic, musical, artistic works, and computer software programs under The Copyright Act, 1957. It confers economic rights to reproduce, distribute, and monetize intellectual creations with 60-year statutory validity.
Eligibility & thresholds
Minimum
- Valid identity & address proof of applicant
- Active PAN & registered business premises
- Authorized representative authorization
Maximum
- Compliant under applicable regulatory laws
- No pending statutory disqualifications
- Valid across authorized operational jurisdictions
Statutory floor
- Pre-filing statutory documentation verification
- Official statutory fee schedule as per authority
- Mandatory periodic compliance filings post-approval
What's included
Everything in one transparent fee — no add-ons, no surprises.
Investor-Centric AOA Drafting
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Complex Multi-Founder Structuring
Co-founder disputes are the leading cause of early-stage startup failure. We don't just register your company; we advise on optimal equity splits, director roles, and authorized capital distribution. We provide templates for Co-Founder Agreements and vesting schedules, ensuring that the foundational relationship between partners is legally documented and aligned for long-term stability.
Rapid SPICe+ Processing Engine
Time is of the essence for startups. We utilize an advanced compliance engine that preemptively validates all data entered into the SPICe+ (INC-32) form. By cross-referencing PAN databases, checking DIN eligibility, and formatting registered office proofs perfectly, we eliminate typographical errors that typically cause frustrating ROC resubmission delays, ensuring first-pass approval.
Strategic Authorized Capital Advisory
Determining your initial Authorized Share Capital is a delicate balance. Set it too low, and you'll immediately face high fees to increase it during your first seed round. Set it too high, and you pay unnecessary upfront government stamp duty. We analyze your 12-to-18-month funding roadmap to recommend the exact optimal capital structure that minimizes immediate costs while accommodating your immediate growth.
ESOP Implementation Framework
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Comprehensive Post-Incorporation Toolkit
Receiving the Certificate of Incorporation is just the starting line. Within the first 30 to 180 days, you must open a bank account, appoint a statutory auditor (ADT-1), and file the Commencement of Business (INC-20A). We provide a complete post-incorporation execution service, handling these mandatory compliance milestones so you can focus entirely on product development and sales.
Government Fee Breakdown
Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. All figures verified as of 25 August 2026.
| Fee Component | Amount (₹) | Basis / Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Copyright Assignment Statutory Filing | ₹0 (No government fee) | Government fee is Nil / exempted under applicable statutory rulesOfficial Regulator |
| Total Government Fee | No fee | (for default assumptions stated below) |
Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. Verified 25 August 2026.
Required documents
Each list identifies exactly what to provide — and what you do not need to submit. Use the accordions to expand.
- ›1. **Assignment deed** — written instrument under s.19(1), signed by the assignor (and ideally by the assignee), identifying the work precisely (title, ISRC/ISBN for sound recordings/literary works, version, registration number if already registered), specifying the rights assigned (reproduction right, distribution right, public performance right, communication-to-public right, adaptation right, translation right — s.14 — Identity and statutory verification
- ›for literary works; s.14 — Identity and statutory verification
- ›for computer programmes), the **period of assignment** (s.19(5) — deemed 5 years if not specified), the **territory** (s.19(6) — deemed India if not specified), and the **royalty or consideration** (s.19(7) — must be specified; post-2012 amendment introduced this mandatory requirement). 2. Form V application filed electronically on copyright.gov.in with the particulars of the assignment — assignor's name, assignee's name, work title, registration number of the original registration (if any), date of assignment, period, territory, and rights assigned. 3. Original or certified copy of the assignment deed (uploaded as supporting document). 4. NOC from the assignor (if the assignee is the applicant). 5. Form XXI Power of Attorney. 6. Stamp-duty paid receipt on the assignment deed — copyright assignment deeds are liable to stamp duty under the relevant State Stamp Act (typically Article 35 / general conveyance slab of the Indian Stamp Act 1899 as adopted by the State) — Identity and statutory verification
How it works
Each step is labelled with who performs it — Customer, I-Pro, or the Regulator. Form names are linked to the official portal.
- 1Customer⏱ 1-2 Days
briefs I-Pro on the work to be assigned, the assig...
briefs I-Pro on the work to be assigned, the assignor and assignee details, the rights to be assigned, the period, the territory, and the consideration. - 2I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
drafts the assignment deed under s.19 — ensuring a...
drafts the assignment deed under s.19 — ensuring all mandatory clauses (work identification, rights, period, territory, royalty/consideration, signature) are present. - 3Customer⏱ 1-2 Days
causes the assignor and assignee to execute the de...
causes the assignor and assignee to execute the deed on the appropriate stamp paper (per State Stamp Act schedule). - 4I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
drafts Form V application for recording the assign...
drafts Form V application for recording the assignment in the Register of Copyrights under Rule 73. - 5I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
uploads Form V, the executed assignment deed, Form...
uploads Form V, the executed assignment deed, Form XXI, and supporting documents on copyright.gov.in and pays the ₹200 fee. - 6I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
issues a diary number; the application is examined...
issues a diary number; the application is examined (formalities — deed properly executed, s.19 mandatory clauses present, fee paid). - 7I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
obtains the certified entry of the recorded assign...
obtains the certified entry of the recorded assignment from the Register (Form of certification under Rule 75) for the customer's records.
Post-registration compliance
What to file next. I-Pro handles these as part of the annual compliance package.
| Filing | Form | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Statutory IP Renewal (Form TM-R / Patent Form 12) Penalty: Surcharge fee; removal of mark from official Register | 10 Years | Every 10 years prior to certificate expiration date |
| Response to Examination Report / Objection Penalty: Application deemed abandoned without oral hearing | Event-based | Formal legal reply within 30 days of examiner report issuance |
| Continuous Commercial Use & Evidence Maintenance Penalty: Vulnerability to cancellation / rectification for non-use (Section 47) | Continuous | Retain continuous invoices, packaging, and digital promotional records |
| Proper Statutory Registered Symbol Usage Penalty: Imprisonment up to 3 years and criminal prosecution under Section 107 | Continuous | Use (R) symbol strictly after registration grant certificate issue |
Penalties for non-compliance
Statutory penalties under governing regulatory provisions. Avoid non-compliance delays.
| Non-compliance | Provision | Penalty |
|---|---|---|
| Statutory IP Renewal (Form TM-R / Patent Form 12) | 10 Years | Surcharge fee; removal of mark from official Register |
| Response to Examination Report / Objection | Event-based | Application deemed abandoned without oral hearing |
| Continuous Commercial Use & Evidence Maintenance | Continuous | Vulnerability to cancellation / rectification for non-use (Section 47) |
| Proper Statutory Registered Symbol Usage | Continuous | Imprisonment up to 3 years and criminal prosecution under Section 107 |
Common mistakes to avoid
Avoidable filing errors that cause delays or rejection. Each can be resolved before submission.
- 1Mismatched applicant legal name or identity details across KYC proofsWhy: Government verification APIs cross-check with UIDAI and MCA databases and automatically flag discrepancies in spelling or dates.Fix: Our specialists pre-validate your documents against official government databases before portal filing.
- 2Submitting outdated utility bills or non-notarized commercial leasesWhy: Premises proofs older than 60 days or defective landlord NOCs trigger statutory scrutiny queries and multi-week processing delays.Fix: We verify recent billing dates and provide pre-formatted, legally vetted landlord NOC and lease formats.
- 3Selecting incorrect classification, turnover slab, or statutory activity codeWhy: Applications filed under inappropriate classifications attract show-cause notices and potential rejection without statutory fee refund.Fix: We conduct a statutory scope assessment to align your application with the exact regulatory requirements.
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