Register your NGO as a Section 8 Company, Trust or Society. Get 80G & 12A tax exemptions to attract donors and CSR funds legally.
NGO Registration in India can be done as a Section 8 Company under Companies Act 2013, a Charitable Trust under the Indian Trusts Act 1882, or a Society under the Societies Registration Act 1860. Section 8 Company is the most preferred structure as it has better credibility, corporate governance, and is eligible for all government grants, CSR funds, FCRA approval, and 80G/12A tax exemptions for donors.
Apply for Section 8 Company name approval through MCA portal (must indicate charitable purpose).
Memorandum and Articles of Association drafted with social objectives.
Apply for incorporation using SPICe+ form on the MCA portal with all documents.
Apply simultaneously for Section 8 License from Regional Director, MCA.
MCA issues Certificate of Incorporation with CIN and PAN.
Apply for 12A (tax exemption for NGO) and 80G (donor deduction) from Income Tax Department.
⏱Expected timeline:7–15 working days for Section 8 incorporation; 30–60 days for 80G/12A approval
⚠️Warning:Conducting charitable activities without proper NGO registration risks non-receipt of donations legally, denial of tax benefits, and inability to receive government grants, CSR funds or foreign contributions.
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