NGO Registration Services:

At Prahar Filing & Advisory, we assist organizations in registering as non-governmental organizations (NGOs), whether as a charitable trust, society, or Section 8 company. We guide you through every step to ensure the process is smooth and legally compliant.

Benefits of Registering an NGO:

• Increases trust and credibility for the organization
• Gives the organization more visibility and recognition
• Helps expand the scope of operations
• Encourages more volunteers to join the cause
• Grants the organization a legal entity status, which is important for contracts, grants, and other legal matters

Types of NGO Registration:

• Trust Registration: Governed by the Indian Trust Act, 1882 and managed at the state level.
• Society Registration: Governed by the Societies Registration Act, 1860, and typically works within the state where it is registered.
• Section 8 Company Registration: Governed by the Companies Act, 2013, and can operate across India.

Trust Registration:

Trusts are governed by the Indian Trust Act, 1882, and the legal document used to form a trust is the "trust deed."

• Private Trust: Manages private property or assets.
• Public Trust: Formed for charitable purposes like education or healthcare.
• Documents Required: PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, and address proof of the registered office.

Society Registration:

Societies are governed by the Society Registration Act, 1860, and require a minimum of seven members for registration.

• Objectives: Promoting education, culture, and science.
• Documents Required: Aadhaar Card and address proof of the registered office.

Section 8 Company Registration:

A Section 8 Company promotes charitable activities and operates across India under the Companies Act, 2013.

• Documents Required: PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, passport-sized photographs, and address proof of the office.

Documents Required for Section 8 Company Registration:

• Passport-sized photograph
• PAN Card of the directors
• Aadhaar Card of the directors
• Bank statement for address proof
• Electricity Bill of the office or address proof

Comparing Trust, Society, and Section 8 Company:

FAQs on NGO Registration