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Section 8 Company Registration in India – Formalize Your Cause with a Legal Identity

Want to start an NGO, charity, or non-profit organization with a mission-driven purpose?

A Section 8 Company (under the Companies Act, 2013) is the most credible legal structure for organizations promoting education, social welfare, art, science, religion, environment, or any charitable objective—without the intention of profit.

Let us help you register your Section 8 Company and turn your vision into a legally recognized, impact-driven entity.

✅ Why Choose a Section 8 Company?

  • 💼 Legal Recognition – Register as a corporate entity
  • 🚫 No Profit Motive – Income must be used only for the organization's objectives
  • 📈 Eligible for Grants & Donations – Apply for CSR funds, FCRA, and government aid
  • 🧾 Tax Benefits – Can apply for 12A and 80G exemptions
  • 🌐 Public Trust & Credibility – Ideal for national and international donors

👥 Who Can Register a Section 8 Company?

  • Minimum 2 Directors and 2 Shareholders
  • At least one director must be a resident of India
  • Individuals, companies, or associations can all be members
  • Must have a clear charitable object

🛠️ Step-by-Step Registration Process

Step
Action
Apply for DSC & DIN
Digital Signature and Director Identification for all directors
Name Approval (RUN)
Reserve a unique name with “Foundation”, “Association”, “Federation”, etc.
Draft MoA & AoA
State your objectives and governance model
File SPICe+ Form
Along with INC-12 for license under Section 8
License Grant (Form RD-1)
Approval by the Regional Director (RD) of MCA
Certificate of Incorporation (COI)
With unique company identification and license number

📑 Documents Required

  • PAN & Aadhaar of directors/shareholders
  • Passport-size photos
  • Address and identity proof (utility bill, DL, etc.)
  • Registered office proof (rent agreement/NOC)
  • Project report/vision statement
  • Declaration of non-profit objectives (INC-14, INC-15)

📋 Post-Registration Compliances

  • Apply for 12A & 80G registration (for tax exemption and donor benefit)
  • Maintain proper books of accounts and audit annually
  • File annual reports and returns with MCA and IT Department
  • Conduct board meetings and maintain registers
  • Can apply for FCRA license (for foreign donations) after 3 years

🧩 Ideal For

  • NGOs & Charitable Trusts
  • Social Enterprises & Welfare Foundations
  • Educational or Research Institutions
  • Cultural & Spiritual Organizations
  • CSR Arms of Companies

🚀 Create Meaningful Impact – Start Your Section 8 Company Today

From documentation to legal approvals and compliance support—we’ll walk with you on every step of the journey.

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