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Non-Profit Registration

Society & Trust
Registration Services

Legally register your Charitable Trust or Welfare Society in India

Establish your non-profit organization with full legal authority. We provide end-to-end assistance for Public Charitable Trust Deed execution, Society registration under Act 1860, 12A & 80G tax exemptions, and NGO Darpan portal listing.

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Trusts & Societies

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Approval Rate

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Society & Trust Services

Complete legal and tax exemption solutions for charitable entities and welfare associations

Trust Registration

Public Charitable Trust Deed drafting and Sub-Registrar execution

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Society Registration

State and National level Society registration under Act 1860

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12A Tax Exemption

Income Tax exemption certification under Section 12A / 12AB

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80G Certification

Tax deduction benefit certification for donors under Section 80G

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NITI Aayog (Darpan)

NGO Darpan portal registration for government grants & schemes

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CSR-1 Registration

Mandatory MCA CSR-1 filing to receive corporate funding

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Deed Amendment

Modifications in Trustees, governing body rules, or registered office

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Annual Compliances

Annual return filing, audit support, and statutory maintainence

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Structure Options

Society vs Charitable Trust

Choose the appropriate legal structure based on your organization's goals

Public Charitable Trust

Governed by Indian Trusts Act. Created via Trust Deed. Minimum 2 Trustees needed.

Easiest Formation

Welfare Society

Governed by Societies Registration Act. Minimum 7 members (State) or 8 (National).

Member-Driven

Governing Body

Trusts managed by Board of Trustees; Societies managed by elected Governing Council.

Management

Area of Operation

Trusts can operate India-wide easily; Societies require multi-state setup for pan-India.

Coverage

Charitable Purpose

Ideal for schools, hospitals, social welfare, relief of poor, and cultural advancement.

Social Cause

FCRA & CSR Funding

Both Trusts and Societies are eligible for CSR-1, 12A, 80G, and FCRA certifications.

Eligible For Grants
Key Benefits

Why Register A Society or Trust?

Establish a recognized social entity and gain access to tax exemptions and funding

Legal Status

Operate bank accounts, purchase property, and enter contracts in the entity's name.

Tax Exemptions

12A registration exempts entity income from tax; 80G offers tax benefits to donors.

Govt & CSR Grants

Eligible for corporate CSR funds (CSR-1) and government welfare grants (NGO Darpan).

Public Credibility

Higher public trust and transparency for receiving domestic and international donations.

Roadmap

Step-by-Step Registration Process

Simple 5-step path to register your Trust or Society

01

Structure & Name

Choose Trust or Society & finalize unique name

02

Deed / MOA Draft

Draft Trust Deed or Society MOA & Bye-laws

03

Execution & Filing

Execute at Sub-Registrar / Registrar of Societies

04

Certificate Issue

Receive Registration Certificate, PAN & TAN

05

12A & 80G Filing

Apply for tax exemption & Darpan portal listing

Documentation

Documents Required

Document checklist for Trust Deed execution and Society filing

Trustee / Member Proofs

  • PAN Card of Trustees / Members
  • Aadhaar Card / Voter ID
  • Passport-size Photographs
  • Mobile Number & Email ID

Office Address Proof

  • Electricity / Water / Gas Bill
  • Rent Agreement (if rented)
  • No Objection Certificate (NOC)
  • Property Tax Paid Receipt

Constitutional Drafts

  • Trust Deed on Stamp Paper
  • Memorandum of Association (MOA)
  • Rules & Regulations / Bye-laws
  • Main Objects & Social Cause Copy

Declarations & Forms

  • Affidavit from President / Settlor
  • Consent Letters of all Members
  • List of Managing Committee
  • Authority Letter for Registrar
Timelines

Registration & Tax Timelines

Key processing timelines and renewal schedules

Trust Registration

3 - 7 Days

Deed drafting & Sub-Registrar execution timeline.

Fast Track

Society Registration

15 - 30 Days

Processing time at the Registrar of Societies office.

Standard

Provisional 12A & 80G

3 Years

Provisional tax exemption approval valid for 3 years.

Provisional

Regular 12AB Approval

5 Years

Final tax exemption certificate validity cycle.

5 Year Cycle

ITR Filing (ITR-7)

31st October

Mandatory annual Income Tax return filing deadline.

Annual

NITI Aayog Darpan

Instant

Online portal listing after getting NGO PAN & Registration.

Instant Sync
Pricing Plans

Transparent Packages

Choose the registration package tailored to your organization type

Charitable Trust

₹4,999 + Govt Fee
  • Trust Deed Drafting
  • Sub-Registrar Appointment Guidance
  • Trust PAN & TAN Application
  • Bank Account Assistance
  • 12A & 80G Registration
  • NGO Darpan Portal Setup
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Society Registration

₹6,999 + Govt Fee
  • MOA & Bye-laws Drafting
  • Registrar of Societies Filing
  • Society Registration Certificate
  • Society PAN & TAN Allotment
  • NGO Darpan Portal Listing
  • Dedicated Legal Consultant
Choose Plan

Complete NGO Combo

₹12,999 + Govt Fee
  • Trust / Society Registration
  • 12A Provisional Exemption
  • 80G Provisional Exemption
  • CSR-1 MCA Registration
  • NITI Aayog Darpan Listing
  • Year-Round Compliance Guidance
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions regarding Society and Trust registration

A Public Charitable Trust is created via a Trust Deed executed before a Sub-Registrar by minimum 2 Trustees, making it ideal for managing property or family-driven welfare causes. A Society is a membership-driven entity registered under the Societies Act 1860 with minimum 7 members, ideal for sports, cultural, or community associations.

A Public Charitable Trust registered in one state can operate across India easily as per its deed terms. A Society registered at state level operates within that state, while an all-India Society requires minimum 8 members from 8 different Indian states.

Section 12A registration exempts the NGO's own income from Income Tax liability. Section 80G registration allows donors to claim 50% tax deduction on donations made to the Trust or Society.

For a Public Charitable Trust, a minimum of 2 Trustees are required (Settlor and Trustee). For a State-level Society, a minimum of 7 members are required under the Societies Registration Act 1860.

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