Business & contractsIndia
Make a client service contract
Make a first draft, then check it with a grown-up.
Define deliverables, payment, revisions, approvals and ownership arrangements.
Where it applies: India; check the applicable state and local rules
01 · What is this?
Define deliverables, payment, revisions, approvals and ownership arrangements.
02 · When is it useful?
Use when this task matches your situation and place.
03 · Start here
Identify the correct legal names and authority to sign.
Gather your pieces
- Identify the correct legal names and authority to sign.
- Agree scope, price, taxes, schedule and any IP terms.
Your starting text
Replace each [bracketed label] with your own verified details. Open the editor to make it yours, then read it through before sending.
SERVICES AGREEMENT — DRAFT FOR REVIEW Date: [Document date] Provider: [Your name] Client: [Recipient / other party] 1. Background and objective [Facts and records] 2. Work and exclusions [Scope and exclusions] 3. Schedule, delivery and approval [Schedule and approvals] 4. Price, invoicing and payment [Payment] 5. Revisions and changes [Revisions and changes] 6. Materials, confidentiality and ownership [Materials and IP] 7. Other agreed arrangements [What you want] The parties should record responsibilities for client inputs, delays, cancellation, return of materials and any dispute process before signing. Changes to scope or price should be recorded in writing by both parties. No blank clause or unreviewed attachment should be incorporated. Provider signature: [Your name] Client signature: [Recipient / other party]
Your next moves
- Review liability, termination, tax and IP clauses for the work.
- Sign complete copies and retain agreed attachments.
Real-world check
Starting draft for negotiated review. It does not settle tax, employee classification, sector rules, IP assignment formalities or liability limits.
Sources & official links
- India Code · Indian Contract Act, 1872 Legal background · Checked 6 Oct 2026