Supporting Your Vision to Serve Society
Non-profits, trusts, and societies operate with a noble vision — but managing legal, tax, and regulatory requirements can be daunting. We provide specialized services tailored to the unique needs of NGOs, charitable trusts, and societies, from initial registration to ongoing compliance and donor reporting.
What is an NGO & Its Objectives?
An NGO (Non-Governmental Organization) is a non-profit group that operates independently of government and is formed to serve social, charitable, religious, educational, or humanitarian objectives. NGOs may be registered under different legal structures, each with its own benefits and governing framework.
Key objectives of NGOs & Societies include:
- Serve the public without profit motive
- Promote education, healthcare, and literacy
- Rural development, women empowerment & skill development
- Provide aid during natural disasters
- Promote environment conservation & animal welfare
- Conduct awareness programs, research & training
- Foster arts, culture, and social harmony
- Provide relief to poor or disaster-affected groups
Types of NGOs by Legal Structure
Charitable / Religious Trust
Created by a Trust Deed and managed by Trustees. Flexible structure, often used for religious or charitable purposes.
💡 Religious institutions, Old age homes, Orphanages
Registered Society
Formed by a group of people with a common charitable, cultural, educational, or scientific goal. Minimum 7 members required.
💡 Schools, Clubs, Research bodies
Section 8 Company
Most formal non-profit structure. Operates under corporate governance with a non-profit motive. Best for large-scale operations.
💡 Large NGOs, CSR-funded entities, International collaborations
Our Society & NGO Services
Registration of Trust, Society & NGO
Complete registration assistance under Trust Act, Societies Act, or as a Section 8 Company under MCA.
12A & 80G Registration
Obtain income tax exemption for the NGO (12A) and enable donors to claim deductions on their contributions (80G).
FCRA Registration
Registration to receive foreign contributions and donations legally from overseas individuals and organisations.
Annual Compliance & Audit
Annual return filing, ITR-7 submission, audit reports (Form 10B), and maintenance of statutory registers.
Financial Reporting & Bookkeeping
Accounting systems designed for NGO needs — fund-wise tracking, donor reporting, and balance sheet preparation.
CSR Fund & Utilization Reports
Project-based Fund Utilization Certificates and CSR reports for corporate donors, sponsors, and government grants.
Trust vs Society vs Section 8 — Quick Comparison
NGOs by Activity Focus
Charitable NGOs
Poverty relief, child welfare, old age care, food distribution
Educational NGOs
Schools, literacy programs, coaching for underprivileged
Healthcare NGOs
Medical camps, health awareness, hospital support
Environmental NGOs
Tree plantation, water conservation, climate awareness
Cultural NGOs
Promotion of art, heritage, literature, and traditions
Women & Child NGOs
Women empowerment, girl education, child protection
Human Rights NGOs
Legal aid, equality campaigns, minority rights
Animal Welfare NGOs
Street animal care, shelters, awareness drives
Rural Development NGOs
Sanitation, employment, skill training in villages
How We Register Your NGO / Trust / Society
Initial Consultation & Structure Selection
- Understand your objectives, activities, and funding model
- Recommend the right legal structure — Trust, Society, or Section 8
- Advise on tax exemption eligibility and FCRA requirements
Document Preparation & Drafting
- Draft Trust Deed / Memorandum of Association & Rules
- Prepare governing body details and objectives clause
- PAN, Aadhaar, address proof of all trustees / members / directors
Registration & Approvals
- Register with Sub-Registrar / Registrar of Societies / MCA
- Apply for PAN and TAN of the organization
- Obtain 12A (tax exemption) and 80G (donor deduction) approvals
- Apply for FCRA registration if receiving foreign contributions
Post-Registration & Ongoing Compliance
- Set up accounting and fund-tracking systems
- File annual ITR-7 and audit report (Form 10B) on time
- Manage renewal of 12A, 80G, and FCRA registrations
- Prepare utilization certificates and CSR donor reports
Annual Filing & Compliance Checklist
| Compliance | Description | Applicable For | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Return | Update member list & financials | Society | Yearly |
| ITR-7 Filing | Income tax return under Section 139(4C) | All NGOs | 31 July / 31 Oct |
| Audit Report (Form 10B) | Mandatory if income exceeds threshold | All NGOs | Along with ITR |
| 12A & 80G Renewal | Renewal of tax exemption registration | Trust, Society, Sec 8 | Valid for 5 years |
| FCRA Annual Return | For receiving foreign contributions | FCRA registered NGOs | Annually by Dec 31 |
| Utilization Reports | Required by donors & CSR contributors | Project-based NGOs | As per agreement |
| Minutes of Meetings | Records of governing body / trustees meetings | All NGOs | Periodic / Annual |
Why Clients Choose Us
Complete Registration Support
End-to-end assistance for Trusts, Societies & Section 8 Companies — from drafting to final certificate.
12A, 80G & FCRA Experts
We handle registrations, renewals, and follow-ups so your NGO maintains its tax-exempt status without interruption.
NGO-Specific Accounting
Fund-wise bookkeeping, donor reporting, audit support, and financial statements tailored for non-profit operations.
Mission-Driven Approach
We understand the passion behind every non-profit effort — transparent, timely, and dedicated partner for your cause.