AI Licence Typing: Convert Scanned Licences to Editable DOCX

What a Licence Agreement Typically Contains

A licence agreement grants permission to use a property, brand, or right without transferring ownership. It identifies the licensor and licensee, defines the scope of use, term and renewal conditions, and sets out payment obligations, often as a royalty, fixed monthly rental, or one-time fee. Essential clauses cover obligations on both sides, force majeure (distinguishing political and non‑political events), grounds for termination, notice periods, and dispute resolution. For licences involving property or trade, a non‑judicial stamp of appropriate value is affixed to make the instrument admissible. Some agreements are notarised or, in the case of longer leases, registered under the Registration Act, 1908. Knowing these sections helps verify completeness when you receive a typed version.

Why You Might Need a Licence Typed

A scanned licence or agreement is often a flat image, searching, editing, or quoting clauses becomes tedious. Typing the document into an editable DOCX format solves several practical needs. During due diligence on a business lease or a government contract, you can quickly search and annotate provisions. If you need to amend a template or extract payment terms, a typed version saves repetitive manual retyping. Legal teams reviewing a draft can use tracked changes for faster turnarounds. When the original is a faded or low‑quality scan, a clean typed copy improves legibility and lets you share a professional version with stakeholders while preserving the original layout and stamps.

How Lekhak’s AI Typing Service Works for Licences

Upload your scanned PDF, DOC, or image (JPG/PNG/WebP) to Lekhak. The AI‑driven OCR pipeline extracts all text and table content, then builds an editable DOCX that mirrors the original structure, headers, clause numbering, and indentation stay intact. Signatures, rubber stamps, and logos are typically embedded as images so visual context is preserved. A multi‑step validation routine reduces recognition errors, though for legal documents we always recommend a human review of the final output. Once the typed document is ready, you can download the DOCX instantly and start editing, searching, or sharing, no waiting for human typists.

AI‑Typed Copy vs. Certified Copy: When Each Fits

Lekhak’s AI‑typed copy gives you a clean, searchable digital version in minutes. It is ideal for internal review, due diligence, sharing a draft with legal counsel, or extracting information from an old licence. However, it is not an official duplicate. If a court, government office, or embassy requires an original certified copy, you must obtain it directly from the issuing authority, for example, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi for trade licences (such as a slaughter‑house licence at Ghazipur) or the sub‑registrar for registered lease agreements. The issuing authority provides a copy stamped and signed as true to the original. After securing a certified copy, if you need it authenticated for use abroad, you may pursue notarisation and then apostille through the Ministry of External Affairs (for Hague Apostille Convention countries) or embassy attestation for others. Notarisation and apostille are separate government processes and are not part of Lekhak’s service.

Key Legal Terms and Governing Laws in Indian Licences

Indian licence agreements rest on several terms that carry specific legal weight. Force majeure clauses excuse performance when unforeseeable events occur, contracts may split triggers into political events (strikes, riots, changes in law) and non‑political events (natural disasters, fire). The Indian Contract Act, 1872 provides the legal backdrop for such relief. Royalty payments typically represent a percentage of sales or a fixed periodic sum, common in brand or technology licences. Non‑judicial stamp paper, as required under the Indian Stamp Act, 1899, is affixed to make the instrument admissible in court. Agreements may include an interest‑on‑delay clause, often calculated monthly on overdue rental or royalty. A termination notice clause specifies the notice period, grounds (breach or convenience), and the mode of delivery. The Registration Act governs compulsory registration of lease deeds exceeding one year, essential for affecting property rights.

How to Get an Official Duplicate of a Licence

If an original licence is lost or damaged, approach the authority that issued it. For trade or health licences, this is usually the local municipal corporation. Submit an application stating the licence number and reason for the duplicate; if lost, attach a copy of the police FIR. Pay the prescribed duplicate fee. The authority will verify its records and issue a certified copy bearing the official stamp and signature. For registered agreements, visit the sub‑registrar’s office where the original was lodged and follow a similar procedure. This duplicate is a legal equivalent of the original and can later be notarised or apostilled if required. Processing times vary by office; check with the relevant department for current fees and documentation.

FAQ: Licence Typing Service

What kinds of licence documents can Lekhak type?

We handle trade licences, lease agreements, government contracts, operator‑and‑maintenance contracts, brand‑use permits, and other formal instruments. As long as the scan shows printed or typed text, our AI can produce a DOCX copy.

Which file formats are accepted for typing?

You can upload PDF, DOC, DOCX, JPG, PNG, WebP, and TXT files. For scanned images, ensure the resolution is at least 200 dpi for reliable OCR. Mobile photos of documents work well if the text is legible.

How long does it take to get the typed DOCX?

Typing completes in minutes, not hours. Once you submit the file, our AI processes it and makes the editable DOCX available for download almost immediately. Longer or multi‑page documents may take slightly longer, but you will not wait for a human typist.

Is the typed copy accurate for legal purposes?

The output is a best‑effort AI extraction and should be reviewed by a human, especially for binding clauses. It is suitable for internal review and drafting, but it does not replace a certified copy issued by the authority for court or embassy use.

Are signatures, rubber stamps, and logos retained?

Yes. While the typed text is editable, any signature, stamp, or logo in the original is embedded as an image in the DOCX. This preserves the visual context so nothing is lost.

Is my document kept confidential?

We treat uploaded files with strict confidentiality. Your documents are processed only for typing and are not stored permanently or shared. The platform uses secure channels for upload and download.

Can Lekhak type licences in languages other than English?

Absolutely. The AI typing service supports all 22 scheduled Indian languages plus many global languages. You receive a typed DOCX in the same language as the original, there is no translation involved.

What does the typing service cost?

Pricing is per page and depends on your plan. Visit lekhak.app/pricing for current rates. New accounts receive 250 free credits, which cover several pages of typing without any credit card requirement.

Does the typed copy work for court or embassy submissions?

A typed copy on its own is not a certified duplicate. For legal or official submissions, you need a certified copy from the issuing authority. Lekhak’s typed version is helpful for preparation, but the final submission should be the certified original or duplicate.

What input quality is needed for good OCR results?

A clear, well‑lit scan with 200 dpi or higher and straight, upright text yields the best accuracy. Avoid heavy shadows, folds, or blur. If the original is faded, darken the scan before uploading, and always review the output for any mis‑recognised characters.