Copyright Registration in India.
Safeguarding software source code, SaaS algorithms, literary manuscripts, artistic logos, and digital media before the Copyright Office of India under the Copyright Act 1957.
Securing Software Code & Creative Assets.
Software source code, proprietary algorithms, and original content represent the core intellectual capital of modern technology companies.
Under the Indian Copyright Act 1957, computer programs are protected as literary works. Obtaining formal registration provides statutory proof of creation date, author identity, and corporate ownership — serving as vital evidence during enforcement lawsuits or IP due diligence.
Sharma & Sharma assists software developers, SaaS platforms, digital publishers, and corporate legal teams in structuring compliant copyright filings, securing mandatory author assignments, and resolving office discrepancy letters.
“A formal Extract from the Register of Copyrights is the gold standard for stopping software code duplication, enforcing digital takedowns, and backing venture valuations.”
5-Step Copyright Registration Protocol.
Work Categorization & Code Extraction
Reviewing software source code, UI elements, or literary manuscripts to structure compliant deposit copies and author NOCs.
Form CC-1 Clearance (Artistic Works)
For artistic marks or logos, securing the mandatory Search Certificate from the Trade Marks Registry confirming no conflicting marks exist.
Copyright Office New Delhi Submission
Electronic filing with the Copyright Office (New Delhi), obtaining the official Diary Number for legal tracking.
30-Day Statutory Objection Period
A mandatory 30-day waiting period during which third parties may inspect the Diary entry and submit objections.
Discrepancy Clearance & Registration
Addressing any examiner requisitions, securing formal approval, and receiving the Extract from the Register of Copyrights.
Copyright Registration FAQs.
Under the Copyright Act 1957, copyright protects original literary works (including computer software source code and algorithms), dramatic, musical, artistic works, cinematograph films, and sound recordings.
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