Copyright Registration in Pakistan (IPO Form CR-1)
Protect your software source code, mobile applications, books, website designs, audio tracks, and artistic artwork with an official, court-recognized Certificate of Copyright Registration under the Copyright Ordinance 1962.
What Can You Legally Protect with Copyright?
Under Section 10 of the Copyright Ordinance 1962, copyright grants you exclusive legal ownership and the right to sue for infringement damages.
Software & Apps
Source code, mobile applications, proprietary algorithms, database architecture & SaaS platforms.
Literary Works
Published books, research papers, training manuals, corporate brochures & website textual content.
Artistic & Logos
Graphic illustrations, product packaging designs, photography, architectural blueprints & brand symbols.
Audio & Video
Musical compositions, sound recordings, voiceovers, video productions, podcasts & animations.
The 4-Step Copyright Registration Process in Pakistan
Filing Form CR-1
Drafting the statutory Form CR-1 along with statement of particulars and copyright affidavit.
Work Deposition
Depositing two copies of source code / book / design with the Registrar of Copyrights Karachi.
Gazette Notice
Statutory 30-day notice period in the official Copyright Gazette for public objection clearance.
Certificate Issued
Issuance of the sealed, permanent Certificate of Copyright Registration by the Federal Government.
Official Statutory Deliverables & Scope of Service
National statutory copyright ownership sealed and authenticated by IPO Pakistan under Copyright Ordinance 1962.
1. Official Copyright Certificate
Federal Government sealed Certificate of Copyright Registration bearing your permanent National Copyright Registration Number.
2. Certified Form CR-1 & Statement
Complete certified copy of statutory Form CR-1, Statement of Particulars, and legal affidavit deposited with Registrar of Copyrights Karachi.
3. Lifetime + 50 Years Protection
Unbreakable legal copyright protection valid throughout the lifetime of author plus 50 additional statutory years.
4. Official NBP Bank Challan Proof
Stamped payment receipt proving deposit of all official government filing and examination fees in National Bank of Pakistan.
5. Plagiarism Injunction Rights
Immediate court-admissible standing to file cease-and-desist orders, copyright infringement suits, and claim financial damages.
6. Gazette Publication Management
Handling of statutory 30-day Gazette notice period and legal reply drafting if any third party raises frivolous objections.
Statutory Documentation & Intellectual Property Checklist
Digital files or PDFs can be shared directly via WhatsApp or email for expedited preparation:
Author / Company Particulars
- CNIC of Author / Applicant: Clear front & back scan/photo of individual creator or authorized director.
- Applicant Address & Mobile: Full postal address, phone, and email for statutory registry entries.
- SECP Incorporation (If Company): Incorporation certificate if copyright is being filed under company name.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC): If the work was created by an employee or contractor for your firm.
Copies of Creative Work / Source Code
- For Software & Mobile Apps: PDF containing first 25 and last 25 pages of source code + UI screenshots.
- For Books & Literary Content: Complete digital PDF manuscript of the book, manual, or website content.
- For Artistic Logos & Packaging: High-resolution PNG or vector file of the artwork/design.
- Year of First Creation: Date and year when the software or creative work was completed.
💡 Protect your intellectual assets prior to public commercialization. Submit your software documentation and author details to our IP legal division on WhatsApp at +92 305 1614689. Official Form CR-1 filing initiated within 5 business days.
Register Your Copyright in Pakistan
From source code deposition to legal affidavit drafting and official IPO certificate collection. Complete corporate filing package starting from PKR 11,999.