{"id":9109,"date":"2020-02-23T08:30:18","date_gmt":"2020-02-23T03:00:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/?p=9109"},"modified":"2020-02-22T18:07:35","modified_gmt":"2020-02-22T12:37:35","slug":"things-to-know-about-music-license-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/things-to-know-about-music-license-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to know about Music License in India"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The music industry is highly competitive, yet the most mesmerizing field to head-start the career. It takes years of consistent endeavour to produce a single masterpiece that captivates the entire nation. A musician can receive considerable Royalty for his music, by granting legal permission to someone who seeks to play his original compositions. It is a simple process in which the music producers enable other parties to play their music in exchange for Royalties. There are different types of Music Licenses in India, issued by Phonographic Performance Limited (PPL) for various purposes. This write-up provides a complete guide to obtain PPL License.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/music-license-from-ppl\" style=\"background-color:#01669c\">Apply Music License from Phonographic Performance Ltd. <\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a318385998a9\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a318385998a9\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/things-to-know-about-music-license-in-india\/#Who_needs_to_have_a_Music_License\" title=\"Who needs to have a Music License?\">Who needs to have a Music License?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/things-to-know-about-music-license-in-india\/#Documents_required_to_obtain_Music_License_from_PPL\" title=\"Documents required to obtain Music License from PPL\">Documents required to obtain Music License from PPL<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/things-to-know-about-music-license-in-india\/#Advantages_of_a_MusicPPL_License\" title=\"Advantages of a Music\/PPL License\">Advantages of a Music\/PPL License<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/things-to-know-about-music-license-in-india\/#Pre-requisites_to_apply_for_PPL_License_for_Restaurant\" title=\"Pre-requisites to apply for PPL License for Restaurant\">Pre-requisites to apply for PPL License for Restaurant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/things-to-know-about-music-license-in-india\/#Are_there_any_exceptions_for_Music_License\" title=\"Are there any exceptions for Music License?\">Are there any exceptions for Music License?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/things-to-know-about-music-license-in-india\/#Cost_of_Music_License_in_India\" title=\"Cost of Music License in India\">Cost of Music License in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/things-to-know-about-music-license-in-india\/#Difference_between_PPL_License_and_IPRS_License\" title=\"Difference between PPL License and IPRS License\">Difference between PPL License and IPRS License<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/things-to-know-about-music-license-in-india\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_needs_to_have_a_Music_License\"><\/span>Who needs to have a Music License?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Any person who intends to play Copyright music on an everyday basis or for a special event must acquire a Music License from PPL.&nbsp; Some establishments that generally require different types of Music Licenses are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Cafes or Restaurants;<\/li><li>Fashion Shows;<\/li><li>Malls &amp; Shopping Establishments;<\/li><li>Sports Events;<\/li><li>Sponsored or Non-Sponsored Social Events;<\/li><li>Product Launch Events;<\/li><li>Ceremonies;<\/li><li>Cinemas;<\/li><li>Aircraft;<\/li><li>Lounge Bars\/ Pubs\/Discotheques;<\/li><li>Factories or Offices<\/li><li>Ticket\/Non-Ticket Events.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The establishments who play the music daily must obtain an Annual Background License whereas for the occasional purpose, they need Event License.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_required_to_obtain_Music_License_from_PPL\"><\/span>Documents required to obtain Music License from PPL<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Phonographic Performance Limited&nbsp;(PPL) has the authority to issue Music License under Section 18 &amp; 30 of Copyright Act, 1957. It is a regulatory body which monitors the Public Performance Rights and Radio Broadcasting for more than 300 music labels. Thus, if you also want Music License in India, then meet the criteria prescribed by PPL and affix the documents given below along with your Application:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Complete details of the applicant such as name, nationality, address etc.;<\/li><li>Define the nature of the business;<\/li><li>Certificate of Incorporation, in case of a Company or LLP;<\/li><li>List the genre of music; the applicant wishes to play;<\/li><li>GST Registration Certificate (if applicable);<\/li><li>PAN card of the applicant;<\/li><li>Address\/Residential Proof of the applicant such as Driving License, Electricity Bills or Voter ID Card.<\/li><li>Other essential documents, as required.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"browse\">\n<p>Browse through our articles on services provided at <a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\">Swarit Advisors<\/a>, and just let us know if we can help you with your company registration or tax filing or trademark registration.<\/p>\n<div class=\"browse1\">\n<table class=\"table1\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/private-limited-company-registration\">Register a Company<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/payroll-management\"><span>Payroll Management<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/msme-registration\"><span>MSME Registration<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/limited-liability-partnership-registration\"><span>LLP Registration<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/fssai-license\"><span>FSSAI Registration<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/trademark-registration\"><span>Trademark Registration<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/partnership-firm-registration\"><span>Partnership Firm Registration<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/nidhi-company-registration\"><span>Nidhi Company Registration<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/shop-establishment-license\"><span>Shop &#038; Establishment License<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advantages_of_a_MusicPPL_License\"><\/span>Advantages of a Music\/PPL License<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Music has become an integral part of our lifestyle; it enhances the experience of fine dining, shopping, etc. Let\u2019s take a look at the benefits of having a Music License:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>The artists get the legal permit to showcase his talent to the world through Music License.<\/li><li>It helps to raise the popularity of a song and the owner who possess Copyright.<\/li><li>Music License safeguards and protects the rights of the songwriters and the publishers. Thus, it ensures the creator that his work shall not be duplicated or stolen without his permission.<\/li><li>It is a type of an Intellectual Property Right and secures the work in each aspect.<\/li><li>The artist receives an ample amount of Royalties in exchange for his music so it can be a great source of earning for the artist.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pre-requisites_to_apply_for_PPL_License_for_Restaurant\"><\/span>Pre-requisites to apply for PPL License for Restaurant<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to have a Music License to accentuate the customer experience by playing soothing music at your restaurant. Thus, keep these things in mind before applying for it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>The audible range of music;<\/li><li>The area in square meter up to which the music is acoustic in your premises;<\/li><li>Total number of seats in a cafe, restaurant or other dining areas;<\/li><li>Mention the types of devices that you will utilize to play music such as CDs, radio, TV etc.;<\/li><li>Also, specify the areas where music is audible such as kitchen, bar, dining area.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_there_any_exceptions_for_Music_License\"><\/span>Are there any exceptions for Music License?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, there is no requirement to get a PPL License in the following circumstances:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>If the music is being played for educational purposes in schools or colleges;<\/li><li>In case of patient and treatment areas in the medical day centres or hospitals;<\/li><li>Music is used for divine worships;<\/li><li>Civil Wedding and Partnership ceremonies;<\/li><li>Listening music on the headphones;<\/li><li>Background music played in residential areas, homes, bedrooms and flats;<\/li><li>Informal performance of music;<\/li><li>A private party wherein the recorded music is being performed as a part of the domestic life(if the audience only includes friends or family);<\/li><li>Music which is outside PPL terms or freely licensed.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_of_Music_License_in_India\"><\/span>Cost of Music License in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The fee structure of a PPL License or Music License depends upon various factors such as;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Type of place where the music will be played<\/li><li>The total duration of hours to play the music<\/li><li>Number of the songs played<\/li><li>The capacity of the venue\/site<\/li><li>Type of the business<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If the applicant strives to conduct a live music performance at his restaurant\/cafe, then he should apply for IPRS License. The standard License fee for each Square feet of a building is INR 1.50\/sq. feet and the minimum Royalty under this tariff is INR 50,000. Likewise, you need to check the tariff schemes in regards to the activities performed at your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Difference_between_PPL_License_and_IPRS_License\"><\/span>Difference between PPL License and IPRS License<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Indian Performing Rights Society or IPRS is a Copyright Society which legitimizes the use of Copyright music composition by sanctioning Licenses to the users in return of Royalty. Therefore, it collects Royalties on behalf of the original composers, authors, publishers or lyricists of Copyright music. Royalties which the institution receives further gets distributed among the members after withholding the administrative costs of IRPS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Phonographic Performance Limited or PPL is a UK based Music Licensing and performance rights organization. Reportedly, in the year 2019, PPL has Royalties for over 1Lakh performers and right-holders. It is an essential Music License to play pre-recorded music in a public place from the medium of Radio, CDs, TV etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PPL Licensee has the right to play music from PPL\u2019s collection or commercially released music registered under PPL. However, a person doesn\u2019t have to take PPL License for the music that falls outside PPL\u2019s Copyright terms or is freely licensed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both IPRS and PPL are Copyright Societies that issues Music License in India. It enables a hassle-free procedure to get a Music License and helps the owners to keep track of the ways in which their work is being used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One needs to register with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pplindia.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Phonographic Performance Limited (opens in a new tab)\">Phonographic Performance Limited<\/a> (PPL) to play the music in a restaurant or cafe. On the other hand, to use the lyrics or musical chords in a band performance or a concert, the applicant has to register with Indian Performing Rights Society (IPRS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To obtain Music License, the applicants just have to draft an Application in a prescribed format and deposit the payment as per the tariff scheme under Copyright Act of India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is indispensable to attain a Music License to play Copyright music at a restaurant, bar or any other eatery store. Anyone who uses a registered music composition under PPL for public performance without License is subject to Copyright infringement. Therefore, in such a case, he may have to bear a hefty penalty of INR 2Lakh along with an imprisonment of 3 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To bypass any mishap, reach out to Swarit Advisors. We possess years of experience in providing Music License with ease. Our team will help to prepare documents and file an Application so that you can get License. Also, we will instantly follow-up with PPL Department to swiftly provide Music License.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The music industry is highly competitive, yet the most mesmerizing field to head-start the career. It takes years of consistent endeavour to produce a single masterpiece that captivates the entire nation. A musician can receive considerable Royalty for his music, by granting legal permission to someone who seeks to play his original compositions. 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