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What is IPRS?

IPRS stands for Indian Performing Right Society. It is a copyright society in India that deals with music rights management, particularly for lyricists, composers, and publishers. Here's an overview:


What is IPRS?

  • Full Form: Indian Performing Right Society.

  • Role: Collects royalties on behalf of its members when their music is publicly performed, broadcast, streamed, or reproduced.

  • Types of Works Covered: Lyrics and musical compositions (not sound recordings).


Who Can Become a Member?

  1. Authors (Lyricists)

  2. Composers (Music composers)

  3. Publishers (Record labels or music publishers who own rights to lyrics/compositions)


Benefits of IPRS Membership

  • Royalties from:

    • Radio & TV broadcasts

    • Live events & concerts

    • Digital platforms (e.g., Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music)

    • Public venues (hotels, malls, restaurants, etc.)

  • Legal protection and rights management.

  • International royalty collection via partnerships with other societies (e.g., PRS, ASCAP).


Difference Between IPRS and PPL

Aspect

IPRS

PPL

Rights

Literary & musical works

Sound recordings

Members

Lyricists, composers, publishers

Record labels

Royalties From

Public performance of lyrics/music

Public performance of recordings


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How to Apply?

  1. Visit: https://www.iprs.org/

  2. Fill the membership form based on your role.

  3. Submit necessary documents (ID, address proof, copyright declarations, etc.).

  4. Pay the membership fee (if applicable).

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