Copyright Act, 1957
Governs licensing of literary, artistic, musical, and software works — including exclusive and non-exclusive licences.
Monetise your intellectual property.Control how it is used.
A Licensing Agreement that protects your IP ownership, defines royalty terms, controls sub-licensing, and gives you enforceable rights if the licensee steps out of bounds.
Exclusive LicensingRoyalty StructureIP ProtectionTerritory Rights
Rs 6,999
All-Inclusive
All IP Types
Brand, Patent, Software
3–4 Days
Delivery
What we handle for you
A Licensing Agreement that lets you commercially exploit your IP while retaining full ownership — with enforceable rights if the licensee breaches.
Exclusive or Non-Exclusive Licensing
Draft exclusive or non-exclusive licensing provisions based on your commercial strategy — with territory, purpose, and duration clearly defined.
Royalty Payment Structure
Structure royalty payment mechanisms — percentage of revenue, flat fee, or milestone-based — with audit rights to verify accurate payment.
Quality Control Rights
Include quality control clauses ensuring the licensee maintains your IP standards — critical for trademark and brand licensing.
Termination & IP Reversion
Include termination conditions and IP reversion clauses on breach — so your IP comes back to you if the licensee defaults.
The 4-Step Drafting Process
From IP description to a signed licensing agreement — protecting your ownership while enabling commercial use.
01
Describe the IP and Intended Use
Share details of the intellectual property being licensed, the proposed licensee, permitted use, territory, and fee structure.
02
Lawyer Drafts the Agreement
Our IP lawyer prepares a licensing agreement that carefully protects the licensor's ownership while enabling the licensee to use the IP as agreed.
03
Review & Negotiate Terms
Both parties review and negotiate key terms — exclusivity, sub-licensing rights, quality controls, and royalty structures.
04
Executed Agreement
The signed licensing agreement is the binding framework for the IP use relationship.
Legal Framework
IP licensing in India is governed by a comprehensive framework covering trademarks, patents, copyright, and contract law.
Trade Marks Act, 1999
Governs trademark licensing, including the requirement for registered user agreements.
Patents Act, 1970
Governs patent licensing, including compulsory licensing provisions for public interest.
Indian Contract Act, 1872
Governs the licensing agreement as an enforceable contract between the licensor and licensee.
Client Success Stories
“We had a licensee using our brand outside the agreed territory. Our old agreement had no clear remedy. LegalKonnect drafted a new licensing agreement with termination triggers — it resolved the dispute immediately.”
HM
Harish Menon
Kochi“The lawyer explained the difference between exclusive and non-exclusive licensing and helped us structure a royalty arrangement that maximises our revenue while protecting our brand standards.”
SB
Sunita Bhatt
AhmedabadFrequently Asked Questions
Stamp Duty Not Included
Government stamp duty charges apply to registered documents and vary by state. These are paid directly to the government and are not part of our service fee. Your advocate will confirm the applicable amount for your state before any document is executed.
A licence grants the licensee the right to use the IP for a defined period and purpose — ownership stays with the licensor. An assignment permanently transfers ownership of the IP to the assignee. Licensing is preferable when the owner wants to retain control and receive ongoing royalties.
Only if explicitly permitted in the licensing agreement. Sub-licensing rights should be clearly addressed — whether permitted, restricted, or subject to the licensor's prior written approval.
Unauthorised use outside the agreed scope is a breach of contract and may also constitute IP infringement. The licensor can terminate the agreement, seek injunctive relief, and claim damages for unauthorised use.
Under the Trade Marks Act, 1999, a trademark licence should be recorded with the Trade Marks Registry as a "registered user" agreement. An unrecorded licence may have limited enforceability against third parties.