Legally Empowering Social Impact.
NGO Registration Services in India
Start Bharat helps you register your NGO as a Trust, Society, or Section 8 Company — with full support for compliance, funding eligibility, and legal standing.
OverviewAn NGO (Non-Governmental Organization) is a non-profit entity formed to promote social, charitable, educational, or environmental causes. Whether you plan to work locally or nationally, legal registration is essential to raise funds, build credibility, and stay compliant. Start Bharat assists you in selecting the right structure — Trust, Society, or Section 8 Company — and handles the full registration process with documentation, drafting, and government approvals.
Who Is This For?Start Bharat’s NGO Registration is ideal for socially-driven individuals, community leaders, and non-profit institutions.
Social Entrepreneurs & Activists
Individuals committed to public welfare, women's empowerment, education, or environmental causes.
Volunteer Groups Formalizing Their Work
Informal teams or campaigns converting into legally registered bodies to scale impact.
Organizations Applying for Government or CSR Funds
NGOs needing recognition and tax exemptions to qualify for grants and CSR partnerships.
Educational or Healthcare Institutions
Groups starting schools, skill training, clinics, or rehabilitation centers under a non-profit banner.
International Donor-Funded Projects in India
Initiatives involving foreign funding requiring FCRA registration and legal NGO setup.
Solutions OfferedStart Bharat gives you complete support from legal formation to operational readiness of your NGO.
- NGO Structure Selection Advisory (Trust/Society/Section 8)
- Name Availability and Registration Filing
- Drafting of Constitution, Deed, or MOA & AOA
- Trustee/Director KYC & Affidavit Compliance
- Filing With Relevant Department (ROC/Sub-Registrar)
- PAN & TAN Application for NGO
- 12A & 80G Exemption Filing (Optional Add-On)
- Consultation for CSR, FCRA & Bank Account Setup
Benefits NGO registration brings legitimacy, tax relief, and operational capacity to social change efforts.
Grants You Legal Identity & Recognition
You can open bank accounts, sign contracts, and operate in the name of the NGO — not personally.
Eligible for Government & CSR Funding
Only registered NGOs can receive government grants or partner with companies under CSR programs.
Ensures Tax Exemption for NGO & Donors
Registered NGOs can apply for 12A & 80G to get tax relief on income and donations.
Helps Build Trust With Public and Donors
Legal compliance enhances credibility among volunteers, institutions, and funding bodies.
Supports Long-Term Growth and Scalability
NGOs can grow state-wide or nationally, create chapters, or raise funds online with compliance.
Fulfills Foreign Funding & FCRA Eligibility
Required for receiving and using foreign contributions lawfully in India.
Avoids Legal Disputes Over Ownership
Registered trusts or societies are governed by fixed rules, limiting personal liability and internal conflicts.
Boosts Transparency and Governance
Compliant NGOs can issue receipts, file returns, and maintain organized records of public interest activities.
Step-by-Step ProcessStart Bharat structures your NGO setup into 4 clear steps.
Select Structure & Collect Founder Details
You decide between Trust, Society, or Section 8. We collect PAN, Aadhaar, photos, address proof, and cause details.
Draft Deed or Constitution
We prepare Trust Deed, Society Constitution, or MOA & AOA based on your NGO type and future plans.
File With Authorities & Track Approval
Documents are submitted to Registrar, ROC, or Sub-Registrar — and we track status, follow up on queries, and finalize.
Get Certificate, PAN, and Start Compliant Work
You receive registration proof, PAN, and optional add-ons like 12A/80G filing — ready to launch programs legally.
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve amassed a large number of frequently asked questions (FAQs)
- Trust: Simple, fast, ideal for small-scale social work
- Society: State-level NGOs for education, art, and community
- Section 8: ROC-registered, national-level, structured like a company
Yes, for Trusts and Section 8 Companies. Societies require at least 7 members from different states.
PAN, Aadhaar, address proof, passport-size photo, ownership proof/NOC of office, and objects of the NGO.
Usually 10–30 working days depending on structure and local registration authority.
Yes, but you must have PAN, 12A/80G, and bank accounts to legally collect and account for donations.
12A exempts NGO income from tax. 80G allows donors to claim tax benefits on donations they make.