Section 8 Company Registration (NGO) Online

Section 8 Company Registration for NGOs and Non-Profits

Quick Answer

A Section 8 Company is a non-profit company registered under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013, to promote charity, education, art, science, sports, social welfare, environment protection or similar objects. Its profits cannot be distributed to members. It is registered online through SPICe+, and the licence is now issued along with incorporation.

What is Section 8 Company Registration?

A Section 8 Company is the most credible structure for an NGO in India. Compared with a trust or society, it has stronger governance, better transparency and higher trust among donors, CSR funders and government bodies. It needs no minimum capital, and there is no stamp duty on its MoA and AoA. TaxBucket handles registration and can also assist with 12A, 80G and CSR-1 registration so you can start receiving tax-efficient donations.

Who needs it?

NGOs and social enterprises
Educational, health and research initiatives
Foundations wanting CSR funds from corporates
Associations promoting art, sports, culture or the environment

Key benefits

Highest credibility among non-profit structures
Eligible for 12A/80G tax benefits and CSR funding
No minimum capital requirement
Separate legal entity with limited liability
Exemption from using 'Limited' or 'Private Limited' in the name

Documents required

Checklist: keep these ready

PAN and Aadhaar of directors
Address proof and photographs of directors
Registered office proof and NOC
Detailed objects of the organisation
Estimated income and expenditure for the next 3 years

Step-by-step process

1
Step 1
DSC for directors
2
Step 2
Name approval (names usually end with Foundation, Association, Council, Federation and similar)
3
Step 3
Drafting MoA and AoA as per Form INC-13
4
Step 4
SPICe+ filing with declarations (INC-14 and INC-15)
5
Step 5
Licence and Certificate of Incorporation from the ROC
6
Step 6
Optional: 12A, 80G and CSR-1 registration

Important to know

Key facts: fees, timelines, due dates and penalties

1Minimum 2 directors and 2 members for a private Section 8 Company
2Profits must be used only for the company's objects
3Name typically ends with Foundation, Association, Forum, Council and similar words
4Typical timeline: 15 to 25 working days

Why choose TaxBucket for Section 8 Company Registration?

14+ years of experience in tax, GST, MCA and legal compliance
ISO 9001:2015 certified company with a team of tax and compliance professionals
Transparent pricing with no hidden charges
End-to-end online process with a dedicated expert and regular status updates
Office in South West Delhi; serving clients across India

Frequently asked questions

Can a Section 8 Company pay salaries to its directors?

Yes, reasonable remuneration for services actually rendered can be paid, but profits and dividends cannot be distributed.

What is the difference between a Section 8 Company, trust and society?

A Section 8 Company is governed by the MCA under the Companies Act and has stricter compliance and higher credibility, while trusts and societies are governed by state laws.

Is 12A and 80G registration automatic?

No. It must be applied for separately with the Income Tax Department after incorporation.

Can a Section 8 Company receive foreign donations?

Only after obtaining FCRA registration or prior permission from the Ministry of Home Affairs.

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