Build a credible NGO under the Companies Act, 2013. We handle the full INC-12 licence application, MOA/AOA drafting, incorporation and post-registration 12A & 80G certification.
Contact UsA Section 8 Company is a not-for-profit company licensed under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013 for charitable objects — education, art, science, sports, social welfare, environment or religion. It is incorporated via SPICe+ with the integrated licence application; profits must be applied solely to the objects and no dividend is paid to members. There is no minimum capital, it needs 2 members and 2 directors (private), and once incorporated it can apply for 12A, 80G and CSR-1 registration to receive tax-exempt donations and CSR funding. The licence process typically takes 15–30 working days.
Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013 governs companies formed for promoting commerce, art, science, sports, education, research, social welfare, religion, charity, protection of environment or similar objectives. Compared to a Trust or Society, a Section 8 Company offers stronger governance, better donor trust, and is the preferred structure for accessing CSR funds.
Corporates, CSR committees and foreign donors prefer Section 8 Companies because of audited accounts, MCA-regulated governance and transparent filings.
Single MCA registration is valid across all states. No separate state-level approvals like for Societies registered under the Societies Registration Act.
Eligible for 12A (income tax exemption on the NGO's income) and 80G (50%/100% deduction for donors) after IT Department approval — both of which we help apply for.
The Companies (Amendment) Act, 2015 removed the minimum paid-up capital requirement. You can start a Section 8 Company with any nominal capital.
End-to-end timeline: 25-40 working days, including the central government INC-12 licence approval.
DSC for proposed directors, DIN application, and name reservation through SPICe+ Part A — name must end with "Foundation", "Association", "Federation" or similar.
Application to the Regional Director for the Section 8 licence, supported by detailed projections, MOA, AOA and a declaration in INC-15.
Once the licence is granted, integrated SPICe+ filing with subscriber details, consent forms, and registered office proof.
Post-incorporation filings on the Income Tax portal under Form 10A (12A) and Form 10AB (80G) to enable donor tax benefits.
A non-profit company registered under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013 for charitable, social, educational or similar objectives. Profits are reinvested into the objective and cannot be distributed.
Section 8 wins on credibility, pan-India operation, governance and donor trust. Trusts are simpler but have weaker oversight. Societies have state-level limitations.
Only after 80G certification from the Income Tax Department. We assist with both 12A and 80G applications post-incorporation.
Reasonable remuneration for services rendered is permissible if the MOA allows it, but no profit can be distributed.
Yes, but only after FCRA registration with the Ministry of Home Affairs (typically possible after 3 years of activity).
Tell us about your charitable objective. We'll guide you on the best structure and handle the full Section 8 registration end-to-end. An initial consultation can be arranged on request.