An Overview of Copyright Registration in Goa

The state of Goa is situated in the southwestern coast of India, stretched by the Arabian Sea. Goa is best known for its happening beaches, food and nightlife, being one of the most loved tourist destination of the country.

In India, copyright registration is governed and administered by the Copyright Act, 1957. Copyright registration in Goa gives the absolute right of ownership and advantage to the author’s work from any unauthorized duplication, which lasts for 60 years.

Documents required for Copyright Registration in Goa

To register a copyright in Goa, you need to provide the following documents:

1. Proof of ownership for the work being registered either in the form of an assignment deed, a publishing agreement, or any other legal document.
2. Name, address and citizenship of the applicant
3. Self-attested copy of government-issued identity proof of the applicant
4. In case the applicant and the publisher are two different individuals, NOC to be provided.
5. If application is filed through an agent, a Power of Attorney will be required authorizing the agent to file the application on your behalf.

Procedure for Registering a Copyright in Goa

The procedure for Copyright Registration in Goa are as follows:

• Fill out the copyright registration application form (FORM IV) in Goa, which is available on the Copyright website, along with a copy of the work to be registered either in the form of a manuscript, a CD, or any other format that the work is in.
• Submit the completed application form along with the requisite fee, either online or in person.
• Once the application and fee are received, the Copyright Office will examine the application to ensure that it meets all the necessary requirements.
• If the application is in order, the Copyright Office will issue a diary number to the applicant.
• The application will then be examined in detail, and if no objections are raised, the copyright registration will be granted and a Registration Certificate will be issued.

The time taken for the copyright registration process can vary, but it typically takes a few months to complete.