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How to get an ISBN in India
How to get an ISBN in India: ISBNs are issued by Raja Rammohun Roy National Agency for ISBN (free of charge). Steps, costs, barcodes and how many you need.
Step by step
- Decide the formats you will publish (paperback, hardcover, ebook, audiobook) — each needs its own ISBN.
- Create an account with Raja Rammohun Roy National Agency for ISBN and register your publisher or imprint name.
- Request your ISBNs.
- Assign each ISBN to a title and format, and enter the metadata (title, contributors, format, publication date, price).
- Print the ISBN on the copyright page and as an EAN-13 barcode on the back cover.
- Fulfil legal deposit with your national library if required.
ISBN prefixes used in this country
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Frequently asked questions
Are ISBNs free in India?
Yes — Raja Rammohun Roy National Agency for ISBN: free.
Who issues ISBNs in India?
Raja Rammohun Roy National Agency for ISBN. Buy only from the official agency or its authorised resellers.