Section 8 Company · 12A & 80G Ready · CSR-Friendly

Register Your NGO under Section 8 Build the non-profit that donors, CSR partners & grant-makers trust.

The most credible non-profit structure in India — registered under the Companies Act, 2013 with end-to-end digital filing, then made 12A / 80G and CSR-ready so your mission can attract serious funding.

  • ✓ Highest credibility for donors
  • ✓ 12A & 80G tax-exemption ready
  • ✓ CSR-1 & NGO Darpan guidance
  • ✓ Lawyer + CS, end-to-end filing
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₹19,999
Starting Fee*
15–30
Working Days
12A·80G
·CSR Ready
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● Section 8 Incorporation ● MOA & AOA Drafting ● 12A & 80G Registration ● CSR-1 Eligibility ● NGO Darpan ● FCRA Guidance ● Donor Tax Receipts ● Compliance Calendar
The impact you're building

Whatever your cause, we structure it right

We align your MOA, AOA and license narrative with your impact area — so your objects read clean to the MCA, donors and grant-makers.

Education and skills

Education / Skills

Schools, training, scholarships & ed-tech for social impact.

Health and relief

Health / Relief

Clinics, medical camps, disability & disaster relief.

Environment

Environment

Climate, waste, water, animal welfare & sustainability.

Community and rights

Community & Rights

Livelihoods, gender, legal aid & rural / urban upliftment.

Charity setup pricing

Two simple launch plans

Start with a clean Section 8 incorporation, or go funding-ready with 12A/80G, CSR & a donor launch kit. Transparent pricing, expert-managed by a Lawyer + CS.

Basic Plan
Core Registration Pack
₹19,999₹38,999
+ Taxes
  • ✓Company Name ApprovalUnder Section 8
  • ✓MOA & AOA DraftingAligned to your social objective (Lawyer + CS)
  • ✓Filing of All Registration FormsBy the Company Secretary
  • ✓End-to-End SupportExperienced CS & Lawyer · consultation included
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Standard Plan
Growth & Funding Pack
₹29,999₹49,999
+ Taxes
  • ✓EVERYTHING IN BASIC, PLUS:
  • ✓12A & 80G RegistrationEssential for tax-free donations
  • ✓CSR Eligibility Setup& compliance checklist
  • ✓Website & Social MediaIntegration guidance
  • ✓Bank Account SetupDocumentation
  • ✓Launch Press Note & Digital KitFor donors
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*All prices listed are exclusive of GST; 18% GST and government taxes apply. The price of the Digital Signature (DSC) may be extra.

! What's Included, What's Not & Disclaimer

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What's Included

Basic — Core Registration Pack
  • Section 8 company name approval.
  • MOA & AOA drafting by Lawyer + CS, aligned to your objects.
  • INC-12 license & SPICe+ filing of all forms by the CS.
  • End-to-end CS + Lawyer support & consultation.
Standard — Growth & Funding Pack adds
  • 12A & 80G registration applications.
  • CSR (CSR-1) eligibility setup & compliance checklist.
  • Website / social-media integration guidance.
  • Bank-account setup documentation.
  • Launch press note & donor digital kit.

What's Not Included (Billed Separately)

  • 18% GST on professional fees.
  • Government / MCA filing fees & portal charges at actuals.
  • DSC cost beyond the included 2 directors (DSC price may be extra).
  • Notary / affidavit & stamp charges (where applicable).
  • FCRA registration — available only after 3 years / with prior permission; separate engagement.
  • Accounting, bookkeeping, statutory audit, ITR & annual ROC filings (AOC-4 / MGT-7).
  • Trademark / logo registration.
  • Government penalties or late fees.
  • Physical premises verification costs (if triggered).
Approval note: The Section 8 license and 12A / 80G approvals are granted at the discretion of the MCA / Registrar of Companies, Central Government and Income-tax authorities, and cannot be guaranteed. Indicative timeline is 15–30 working days, subject to document completeness and approvals.

General Disclaimer

A Section 8 Company is a non-profit incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013; profits must be applied to its objects and cannot be distributed to members. Tax exemptions under 12A/12AB & 80G and CSR/FCRA eligibility are subject to separate statutory conditions and approvals. The information and tools on this page are for guidance only and do not constitute legal or tax advice.

This interaction does not create a lawyer–client relationship until you are formally onboarded. NoLegalPaisa (operated by Kaahmuchee Solution Private Limited) is a technology-enabled professional facilitation platform and is not a law firm. Use of our services is governed by our Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy and Refund / Cancellation Policy. Government fees, stamp duty, DSC and third-party charges are payable by you at actuals.

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Why Section 8 (vs Trust / Society)

The structure funders take seriously

Trusts and societies work — but a Section 8 Company offers the highest credibility, structured governance and the cleanest path to CSR and institutional money.

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Legal Recognition

Registered under the Companies Act, 2013 and monitored by the MCA.

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12A & 80G Benefits

Exempt income, and donors can claim tax deductions on giving.

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CSR & Grants Friendly

The preferred vehicle for CSR & institutional funding.

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Limited Liability

Directors' personal assets are protected from NGO liabilities.

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Separate Legal Entity

Own property, bank accounts & contracts in the NGO's name.

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Perpetual Existence

The organisation continues even as members change.

Funding & donor readiness

Built to attract serious funding

Registration is step one — we set you up so every funding channel is open, compliant and donor-friendly from day one.

Volunteers and community funding work
80Gdonors claim tax deductions
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    12A & 80GTax-free income for the NGO + 80G tax deductions for your donors.
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    CSR Funding (CSR-1)Section 8 is the preferred vehicle for corporate CSR; we set up CSR-1 eligibility.
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    Grants & InstitutionalCredibility to sign MoUs and receive grants from foundations & government.
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    Domestic DonationsIssue donor tax receipts with transparent, audited governance.
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    Foreign Funding (FCRA)Eligible after 3 years of incorporation (or with prior permission) — we guide the pathway.

From a mission on paper to a funded, compliant organisation.

Structured in under 8 weeks — with 12A/80G, CSR readiness and a donor launch kit.

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The registration pathway

Your Section 8 launch in 3 phases

A guided, transparent pathway — you always know exactly what happens next.

Phase 1

Prep & Blueprint

  1. Understand your mission, geography & target beneficiaries.
  2. Freeze the proposed name, logo concept & impact statements.
  3. Choose the structure — limited by shares or by guarantee.
  4. Document founders, board roles & decision-making rules.
Phase 2

MCA & License Filing

  1. Apply DSC & DIN for all directors.
  2. File RUN for name approval aligned with your objects.
  3. Draft MOA & AOA with clear "no profit distribution" clauses.
  4. File INC-12 & SPICe+ with all attachments online.
Phase 3

Post-Incorporation

  1. Open a current account & put governance policies in place.
  2. Apply for 12A & 80G, CSR, DARPAN & other registrations.
  3. Set up accounting, audit & a compliance calendar.
  4. Get donor-ready decks, impact reports & a communication kit.

Typically registered in 15–30 working days

Day 1–5

Mission & objects blueprint; name, DSC & DIN.

Day 5–15

RUN name approval; MOA / AOA drafting.

Day 15–25

INC-12 license & SPICe+ filing; MCA queries handled.

Day 25–30+

Incorporation; then 12A/80G, CSR, DARPAN & bank setup.

Watch & learn

How Section 8 NGO registration works

A quick walkthrough of registering your NGO under Section 8 with NoLegalPaisa.

Section 8 NGO registration video
Life after registration

We don't leave after incorporation

Running a compliant, funder-ready NGO is an ongoing rhythm — here's what it looks like, and how we support you.

Year 1

Setup

  • Open the current account & configure approvals.
  • Book-keeping, audit partner & accounting policies.
  • Apply for 12A & 80G; enable donor tax receipts.
Every Year

Annual Rhythm

  • Board meetings, minutes, resolutions & registers.
  • AOC-4, MGT-7, ITR & audit on a fixed calendar.
  • Impact reports & a donor communication pack.
Always

Risk & Governance

  • Misuse-of-funds, non-filing & fraud penalties explained.
  • Early-warning flags for MCA & income-tax notices.
  • Support for restructuring, mergers or winding up.
The handbook

Section 8 NGO easy guide

A founder-friendly handbook — from what Section 8 is, to incorporation, 12A/80G tax benefits, FCRA & domestic funding, governance and how we help.

Founder stories

Trusted by mission-driven founders

How non-profit founders structured a clean, funding-ready Section 8 company with us.

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"We were confused between Trust, Society and Section 8. NoLegalPaisa helped us structure a clean Section 8 with 12A/80G and CSR readiness in under 8 weeks."

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PriyaCo-founder · Education Foundation, Mumbai
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"The team handled everything — MOA objects, MCA queries, and even the launch note for our first donors. We just focused on the work on the ground."

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AbdulDirector · Community Welfare Initiative
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"Their compliance calendar and board templates save us time every quarter. We know exactly what is due and when, without surprises."

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MeeraTrustee · Health & Relief Section 8 Company
Good to know

Frequently asked questions

A non-profit organisation formed under the Companies Act, 2013 to promote charitable activities — education, social welfare, arts, science, sports, research & environmental protection. Profits must be used for these objectives and cannot be distributed to members.

A Section 8 Company is registered under the Companies Act, 2013, while Trusts come under the Indian Trust Act, 1882 and Societies under the Societies Registration Act, 1860. Section 8 offers better credibility, structured compliance and legal recognition — preferred by donors, CSR partners and grant-makers.

Tax benefits (12AA/12AB & 80G), no minimum capital requirement, a separate legal identity, higher credibility & structured compliance, and exemption from stamp duty on company registration.

Any individual, group of individuals, company or HUF — provided the objectives align with charitable and social-welfare activities.

At least two directors (private) or three directors (public); no minimum paid-up capital is required.

MOA & AOA, DSC of directors, DIN, identity & address proof of directors/subscribers, registered-office proof (utility bill / rent agreement) and the INC-12 license application.

Yes, but only if registered under the FCRA. A company can apply for FCRA registration only after three years of incorporation, unless it obtains prior permission from the government.

No. Profits must be reinvested in promoting the objectives and cannot be distributed as dividends.

Income-tax exemption via Section 12AA/12AB registration; donor deductions under 80G; and GST exemptions for charitable services in specified sectors.

Maintain books & statutory records, file annual financials with the ROC (AOC-4, MGT-7), hold board meetings & AGM, file income-tax (and GST, if applicable) returns, and renew FCRA if receiving foreign donations.

Typically 15–30 working days, depending on document completeness and approval from the ROC and the Central Government license under Section 8.

Yes — it can own movable & immovable property in its own name, and can register under Startup India (though it cannot claim Section 80-IAC startup tax benefits, which are for profit-making startups).

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