NGO/Trust Registration

NGO & Trust Registration

🌿 NGO & Trust Registration in India – Build a Legal Identity for Your Mission

Dreaming of creating real impact through education, health, women empowerment, or social justice?
Registering an NGO or Trust gives your cause the legal recognition it needs to raise funds, gain public trust, and create long-lasting change.

We help visionaries like you turn passion into purpose—with 100% legal and documentation support.

🤝 Why Register an NGO or Trust?

Legal Status – Operate as a recognized entity
Tax Exemptions – Apply for 12A, 80G, and CSR funding eligibility
Raise Funds Legally – Accept donations, grants, or foreign contributions
Increased Credibility – Gain trust from donors, corporates, and government bodies
Structured Governance – Manage projects with defined roles and responsibilities

🧾 Popular Structures for NGOs in India

Type	Description
Trust	Formed under the Indian Trusts Act, 1882 – suitable for small charitable initiatives
Society	Registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 – ideal for associations & state-level NGOs
Section 8 Company	Incorporated under Companies Act, 2013 – for professional, nationwide, or international NGOs

🛠️ Trust Registration Process

Step	Action
Choose a Name	Unique and relevant to your purpose
Draft Trust Deed	Includes objects, trustee details, governance rules
Execute Deed on Stamp Paper	Based on state-specific stamp duty
Register with Local Sub-Registrar	Along with ID/address proof of trustees
Apply for PAN, 12A, 80G	For tax exemption and donor benefit

📋 Documents Required for Trust Registration

Trust deed signed by settlor and trustees
ID & address proof of settlor and trustees
Passport-size photos
Address proof of registered office
NOC from the property owner (if applicable)

👥 Who Should Form a Trust or NGO?

Philanthropists & social workers
Community organizations & volunteers
Religious or spiritual groups
Educators, doctors, lawyers promoting public welfare
CSR arms of private companies

💡 Trust vs Society vs Section 8 – Which One to Choose?

Feature	Trust	Society	Section 8 Company
Governing Law	Indian Trusts Act	Societies Registration Act	Companies Act, 2013
Ideal For	Local charitable work	Educational/cultural orgs	National/CSR-focused NGOs
Registration Authority	Sub-Registrar	State Registrar of Societies	MCA (Ministry of Corporate Affairs)
Members Required	Min. 2 trustees	Min. 7 members	Min. 2 directors/shareholders
Legal Rigor	Low	Moderate	High (but more credibility)

🚀 Get Your NGO or Trust Registered Hassle-Free

We’ll guide you through every step—from drafting your trust deed to 12A/80G application.
Let’s bring your social vision to life.

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