Non-Profit / NGO

Section 8 Company Registration

Establish a non-profit organization with the credibility of a company. Perfect for charitable, educational, social, and environmental causes.

What is a Section 8 Company?

A Section 8 Company is a non-profit organization registered under the Companies Act, 2013. It is formed for promoting commerce, art, science, sports, education, research, social welfare, religion, charity, protection of the environment, or any other useful purpose.

Unlike trusts and societies, a Section 8 Company enjoys higher credibility, better governance framework, and can receive government grants and CSR funds more easily. Profits generated are applied towards the objectives — no dividends are distributed to members.

  • No minimum capital requirement
  • No stamp duty on MOA and AOA
  • Can use the title "Foundation", "Association", etc.
  • Eligible for 12A and 80G tax exemptions
  • Higher credibility for receiving CSR funds and grants
2Minimum Directors
2Minimum Members
₹0Min Capital Needed
20-30Days to Register

Benefits of Section 8 Company

No Stamp Duty

Exemption from stamp duty on incorporation documents — saving significant upfront costs.

Tax Exemptions

Eligible for 12A and 80G registrations, providing tax benefits to the organization and its donors.

CSR Fund Eligible

Companies can channel their Corporate Social Responsibility funds to Section 8 entities.

Higher Credibility

More credible than trusts/societies for government grants, foreign funding (FCRA), and partnerships.

Custom Naming

Can use titles like "Foundation", "Forum", "Association", "Council" instead of Ltd/Pvt Ltd.

Structured Governance

Follows Companies Act governance ensuring accountability, transparency, and proper management.

Documents Required

PAN Card of all Directors/Members
Aadhaar Card of all Directors
Passport-size Photographs
Registered Office Address Proof
Objects / Mission Statement Draft
Estimated Income & Expenditure for 3 years

Registration Process

1

Obtain DSC & DIN

Get Digital Signature Certificates and Director Identification Numbers for proposed directors.

2

Name Reservation & License

Apply for name approval and obtain the Section 8 License from the Regional Director.

3

File SPICe+ with License

Submit incorporation documents along with the Section 8 license to MCA.

4

Certificate of Incorporation

Receive your CIN and Certificate — your non-profit Section 8 Company is registered!

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