Business Registration

Section 8 / NGO Registration

Register your non-profit organization as a Section 8 Company to carry out charitable, educational or social welfare activities with full legal recognition.

Our Fee
₹7,999
Govt. Fee
~₹3,000
Timeline
15-30 days
Incorporated under Companies Act, 2013
Profits must fund charitable objectives
Preferred by CSR donors & grant-makers
Can apply for 12AB, 80G & FCRA registrations

What's Included

Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and DIN for directors

Name reservation reflecting your charitable purpose

MOA & AOA drafting with charitable objects

License under Section 8 from the Regional Director

Certificate of Incorporation

PAN & TAN application

Who Needs This?

Founders starting an NGO or non-profit organization

Organizations working in education, healthcare, environment or social welfare

Groups planning to apply for 12A/80G tax exemptions later

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum 2 Members

At least 2 natural persons or bodies corporate as members.

Minimum 2 Directors

At least 2 directors are required to manage the company.

Registered Office in India

The company must have a registered office within India.

Charitable Objectives

Company must be formed exclusively for charitable purposes.

No Profit Motive

Profits, if any, must be used only for promoting the company's objectives.

Ltd
Name Ending

The name of the company must end with the word 'Limited'.

Documents Required

All documents should be self-attested and submitted online. The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) may ask for additional documents if required.

Timeline & Cost

📅 Timeline

Name Approval (RUN)1-2 days
Document Preparation (MOA, AOA, etc.)3-5 days
Filing INC-12 with MCA3-7 days
MCA Verification7-15 days
Certificate of Incorporation1-3 days
Post-Incorporation (PAN, TAN, 12AB, 80G)7-15 days
Total Time Required20-45 days*

💰 Estimated Cost Breakup

Name Approval (RUN) ₹500 - ₹1,000
Digital Signature Certificate (per director) ₹1,000 - ₹2,000
Director Identification Number (per director) ₹500
Incorporation Filing Fee (Govt.) ₹2,000 - ₹5,000
Professional / Consultation Charges ₹5,000 - ₹15,000
Post-Incorporation (PAN, TAN, 12AB, 80G, Bank A/c) ₹3,000 - ₹7,000
Total Estimated Cost₹12,000 - ₹30,000+

*Actual timeline and cost may vary based on the complexity of the case and the responsiveness of the authorities. Govyapar's own fee already bundles most of the professional charges above — see the pricing strip at the top of this page.

Our Process

1

Share your NGO's objectives and director details with us

2

DSC and DIN application for all directors

3

Name reservation reflecting the charitable purpose

4

MOA/AOA drafting with Section 8 objects

5

License application filed with the Regional Director

6

Certificate of Incorporation issued

Benefits of a Section 8 Company

Limited Liability

Members' liability is limited.

Non-Profit

All profits are used for charitable objectives.

Separate Legal Entity

Distinct legal identity from its members.

Eligible for Grants

Eligible for CSR funding, government grants & donations.

Credibility & Trust

More credible in the eyes of donors, partners & stakeholders.

Perpetual Succession

Continues to exist irrespective of change in members.

Stronger Governance

Operates with transparency and accountability.

Volunteer Engagement

Encourages more volunteers and social participation.

Nation Building

Contributes to overall social and economic development.

Tax Benefits

Eligible to apply for 12AB and 80G registrations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a Section 8 company earn profit?

Yes, but profits cannot be distributed to members - they must be reinvested back into the organization's charitable objectives.

Is a Section 8 Company the only way to start an NGO?

No, NGOs can also be registered as a Trust or a Society. A Section 8 Company offers the most corporate structure and tends to carry more credibility with larger donors and CSR funders.

Can a Section 8 company apply for 12A and 80G tax exemptions?

Yes, once incorporated you can separately apply for 12A (tax exemption) and 80G (donor tax benefit) registrations - we can assist with this too.

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