NGO Registration in India

NGO registration is mandatory for organizations that plan to work for the welfare of society. Non-government organizations are non-profit organizations that work for the progress of society throughout the world. You can set up a trust, a society or a section 8 company (a non-profit company) according to the project you wish to undertake. An NGO could represent a wide range of interests of society.

In addition to environmental causes, human and/or animal rights, improving the health and welfare of children, expanding our work, and spreading awareness, we could even raise funds for some causes and activities.

In India, non-profit organizations include Trusts, Societies, and Section 8 Companies. Such non-profit organizations are also called sanghans, sanghs, and sangams. NGO income tax exemption is available to all non-profit organizations. In some cases, these companies are mixed with non-profitable companies, which are businesses that do not make a profit.

NGO registration forms

Form INC 1: NGO name registration
Form INC 12: This form is required for obtaining an NGO license
Form INC 13: Association Memorandum
Form INC-15: Each subscriber to the Memorandum must sign it
Form INC 7: NGO’s Application for Incorporation.
FORM INC 22: Registered Address Information
Form DIR 12: Appointment of NGO directors
DIR 2: The Directors’ Consent
DIR 3: DIN application to ROC
DIR 12:Appointment of Directors

Laws Governing NGO Registration

NGO registration in India is governed by the laws establishing the procedure to register NGOs in India. NGO registration in India is regulated as follows:

Registration of trusts under the Indian Trusts Act, 1882
Registration of societies is governed by the Societies Registration Act, 1860
Section 8 companies registered under the Companies Act, 2013

Types of Registration of NGO in India

Trust

In order to register an NGO, one must first create a trust, which is also called a charitable trust. Trusts are legal entities formed by a “trustor” or “settlor” who transfers assets to a “trustee” for the benefit of a third party. The purpose of trusts is to assist and encourage the seized sections of society. It is possible for any group of individuals to register a trust in India, but some states such as Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu have their own laws for administering public trusts.

Societies

Society is an entity created by individuals who share the same goal of advancing science, arts, literature, social welfare, and useful knowledge.

Furthermore, societies support military orphan funds and maintain public libraries and museums. Societies are governed by the Societies Registration Act, 1860. In order to qualify for tax exemptions, they must be registered with the state’s Registrar of Societies.

Section 8 Companies

Section 8 companies are related to trust and society. There are various purposes for Section 8 Companies: arts, science, commerce, sports, social welfare, religion, charity, and environmental protection. Their charitable purpose is registered under the Companies Act, 2013. Their credibility is greater among government agencies, donors, and other stakeholders.

Procedure for NGO Trust registration

The NGO Registration Form must be completed. Our simple online questionnaire requires you to fill in your details.
Completion of the Prerequisites documentation is required.
We will compile a trust deed based on the information you provide in the Trust Deed registration form.
Whether you are applying for Trust Deeds, Societies, or Section 8 companies depends on which type you are applying for. In order to register the trust deed, it will be submitted to the relevant local registrar
You have now registered your Trust NGO. Our courier service will send you a Trust Deed once your NGO has been registered.

Benefits of register an NGO in India

Registered NGOs have legal status and are responsible for receiving funds. For instance, when an individual donates money to a charitable trust, it is incorporated under its name and used for its purposes. When an unregistered company is formed, the assets are available for anyone to use for their own benefit.
Registration as an NGO strengthens our society’s ethical, legal, and social standards.
The most basic requirement for running an NGO is to have a bank account. Depending on the type of account you wish to open, you will need to be registered as a Trust, Society, or Section 8 company.
To apply for tax exemption from the Income Tax Authority, an NGO must be registered.

Documents Required for NGO Registration

A list of the mandatory documents for NGO registration is provided here

Copy of MOA and R.R of the Society in duplicate.
Duplicate copies of the Special Resolution (General Body).
Duplicate copies of the Notice.
President or sectary sworn affidavit
The Society’s President makes a statement
Minutes of the Society’s Governing Body
A list of the governing body. F. a copy of the comparative list of amendments.
A copy of the election proceedings with the notice. h. Notice received proof.
For new members, copies of the application form are available.
A copy of the resignation letter. k. The Annual List of the Governing Body (Section 4).
From the owner of the Society’s new registered office, N.O.C.
Proof of ownership of the Society’s new registered office. n. President’s affidavit of no dispute.
A proof of registered office address and a landlord’s no objection certificate (NOC)

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