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Copyright Disclaimer
Apply for copyright disclaimer with expert assistance. Understand documents required, government fees, processing time and the step-by-step process before you file.
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7–14 Working Days
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₹2,299
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Total starting from
₹2,299
Professional + estimated government fee
Professional fee₹1,799 starts with
Government fee (est.)₹500
Turnaround7–14 Working 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
If you plan to raise institutional funding, standard Articles of Association (AOA) will not suffice. Venture capitalists demand specific clauses regarding right of first refusal (ROFR), tag-along/drag-along rights, and anti-dilution provisions. Our elite corporate lawyers draft sophisticated AOAs that anticipate future funding rounds, preventing costly and time-consuming structural overhauls when you secure term sheets.
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
Attracting top-tier talent in the startup ecosystem often requires offering Employee Stock Ownership Plans. A Private Limited Company is the only structure that efficiently supports this. As part of our premium advisory, we structure your initial cap table to accommodate a future ESOP pool seamlessly, ensuring you are ready to incentivize your founding team.
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 Disclaimer Statutory Fee | ₹500 | Official government fee schedule (separate from professional fee)Statutory Authority |
| Total Government Fee | ₹500 | (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.
- ›Form VIII application filed electronically on copyright.gov.in — with the entry to be rectified (reg — Form VIII application filed electronically on copyright.gov.in — with the entry to be rectified (registration number, original applicant, work title), the nature of the rectification / disclaimer sought, and the grounds.
- ›Affidavit of the applicant setting out the facts constituting the grievance — sworn before a notary — Affidavit of the applicant setting out the facts constituting the grievance — sworn before a notary or oath commissioner.
- ›Evidence in support of the disclaimer — e.g. proof that the applicant is the original author (manusc — Evidence in support of the disclaimer — e.g. proof that the applicant is the original author (manuscripts, dated electronic records, witness statements); or proof that the assignment has expired (assignment deed + s.19(5) deemed-term computation); or proof of misattribution (s.57 moral rights — right of paternity).
- ›Power of Attorney (Form XXI) if filed through an agent. — Power of Attorney (Form XXI) if filed through an agent.
- ›Statement of the present claim / absence of claim — the applicant must expressly disclaim any intere — Statement of the present claim / absence of claim — the applicant must expressly disclaim any interest in the work (or affirm that the entry is incorrect and should be struck out / corrected).
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 - 3 Days
Step 1: **Customer** briefs I-Pro on the work, the entry in the Register sought to be...
**Customer** briefs I-Pro on the work, the entry in the Register sought to be disclaimed, the nature of the disclaimer, and the supporting evidence. - 2I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 2: **I-Pro** conducts a search of the Register of Copyrights at copyright.gov.in...
**I-Pro** conducts a search of the Register of Copyrights at copyright.gov.in to obtain the exact entry sought to be rectified. - 3I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 3: **I-Pro** drafts the Form VIII application with the rectification / disclaime...
**I-Pro** drafts the Form VIII application with the rectification / disclaimer grounds and the supporting affidavit. - 4I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 4: **Customer** swears the affidavit before a notary and signs Form XXI.
**Customer** swears the affidavit before a notary and signs Form XXI. - 5I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 5: **I-Pro** uploads Form VIII, the affidavit, supporting documents, and Form XX...
**I-Pro** uploads Form VIII, the affidavit, supporting documents, and Form XXI on copyright.gov.in and pays the ₹200 fee. - 6I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 6: **Registrar** issues diary number; serves notice on the original registrant (...
**Registrar** issues diary number; serves notice on the original registrant (the person whose entry is sought to be disclaimed) for a reply within 30 days. - 7I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 7: **Registrar** examines the application and the reply
**Registrar** examines the application and the reply — may hold a hearing under Rule 79. - 8I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 8: **Registrar** orders the rectification
**Registrar** orders the rectification — the disclaimer entry is recorded in the Register of Copyrights against the original entry; the Registrar issues a certificate of the corrected entry. - 9Regulator⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 9: If the original registrant opposes and the matter is contested, the Registrar...
If the original registrant opposes and the matter is contested, the Registrar may refer the parties to the High Court (post-IPAB abolition, w.e.f. 4 April 2021 — Tribunal Reforms Act 2021) for adjudication of the underlying ownership question.
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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