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NGO Registration

Start your non-profit journey with the right legal foundation. From Trusts and Societies to Section 8 Companies, we connect you with experts to establish your social vision.

NGO Registration in India – Trust, Society and Section 8 Company

Choose Your NGO Structure

Comparing the three primary ways to register a non-profit in India

Feature Trust Society Section 8 Company
Law Indian Trusts Act, 1882 Societies Reg. Act, 1860 Companies Act, 2013
Min. Members 2 Trustees 7 Members 2 Directors
Legal Entity No Limited Yes (Separate)
Credibility Moderate Good Excellent
Funding Potential Moderate (With CSR) High (Grants) With CSR Superior (CSR/International)
Compliance Low Moderate High (Most Transparent)

Why Register Your NGO?

Unlock professional growth and funding opportunities

Government Grants

Registered NGOs are eligible for various central and state government schemes and grants.

CSR Funding

Partner with corporate houses for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.

Tax Exemptions

Obtain 12A and 80G registration to get tax exemptions for the NGO and donors.

Foreign Funding

Apply for FCRA registration to receive donations and support from international donors.

Public Trust

A registered legal structure builds permanent trust with the community and volunteers.

Asset Ownership

Legally hold property, vehicles, and assets in the name of the organization.

Critical Compliance Roadmap

Establishing an NGO is just the first step. Here's what comes next:

Phase 1
12A & 80G

Income tax exemption for the NGO and tax benefits for your donors.

Phase 2
CSR-1 Reg.

Mandatory registration to be eligible for corporate CSR funds in India.

Phase 3
FCRA

Required if you intend to receive any funding or contributions from overseas.

Phase 4
Annual Audit

Regular auditing and FC-4 filings to maintain your legal status.

Simplified Process

1
Expert Matching

Submit your social mission on IndiaBizExperts and get matched with a non-profit specialist.

2
Entity Drafting

Professional drafting of Trust Deeds, MoA, and Rules & Regulations as per law.

3
Authority Filing

Submission of documents to the Registrar of Trusts, Societies, or the MCA.

4
Registration Issuance

Receipt of Certificate of Registration and initial compliances like PAN/TAN.

Estimated Timelines
Trust Registration5-7 Days
Society Registration7-10 Days
Section 8 Company10-15 Days
Key Documents
ID & Address Proof of all Members
Registered Office Proof (NOC)
Social Object Description
Photographs of Members/Trustees

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