Everything you need to know about registration, tax exemptions, CSR funding and compliance — written by specialists, not lawyers.
Prohibited words, similarity checks, MCA name reservation via Form RUN, and strategies that get approved first time — for Trusts, Societies and Section 8 Companies.
Read article Legal StructureNGO registration rules differ significantly by state — Maharashtra and Gujarat require mandatory Charity Commissioner registration for Trusts; many states have their own Society Acts. Full state-by-state comparison of governing Acts, fees, timelines and online filing availability.
Read article Legal StructureTrust needs 2, Society needs 7, Section 8 needs 2 directors — with rules on Indian residency, NRI participation, family governance limits and best practices for funder credibility.
Read article Legal StructureClause-by-clause walkthrough of a standard Public Charitable Trust Deed — preamble, objects, Trustee powers, non-profit clause, dissolution, amendment, and sample language for RNPO approval.
Read article Legal StructureObjects clause, non-profit clause, dissolution clause, governance rules — every critical provision your Trust Deed, Society MOA or Section 8 AOA must contain to pass RNPO scrutiny.
Read article Legal StructureOnly a Public Charitable Trust qualifies as an NGO and is eligible for RNPO, 80G, FCRA and CSR-1. Here is exactly what separates it from a Private Trust — and the drafting mistakes that blur the line.
Read article Legal StructureHead-to-head comparison on setup cost, annual compliance, CSR preference, FCRA, governance control and funder credibility — so you choose the right structure before you build.
Read article Legal StructureSPICe+ portal walkthrough, DSC and DIN requirements, MOA/AOA drafting, government fees and annual ROC compliance — everything to register a not-for-profit Section 8 Company.
Read article Legal StructureMOA, bye-laws, minimum 7 members, state-wise Registrar process and annual renewal — everything needed to register a Society under the Societies Registration Act 1860.
Read article Legal StructureTrust Deed drafting, stamp duty, Sub-Registrar filing, state-wise costs and what to do after registration — the complete guide to setting up a Public Charitable Trust.
Read article NGO BasicsFive stages — structure choice, registration, PAN & banking, RNPO & 80G, funding readiness — mapped in the right order so first-time founders don't get stuck or backtrack.
Read article NGO Basics12 persistent myths about NGO registration, tax, funding and compliance — debunked with plain facts so you don't delay or pay to fix avoidable mistakes.
Read article NGO BasicsNGO or social enterprise? A plain-English comparison on tax, funding, equity, and control — so you choose the right structure before you build, not after.
Read article NGO BasicsA Trust needs 2 people, a Section 8 Company needs 2 directors, a Society needs 7. Solo founders can make it work — here's how, and what to watch out for.
Read article NGO BasicsStructure, name, objects, governance, dissolution clause, funding strategy — these 15 decisions shape everything. Get them right before you file, not after.
Read article NGO BasicsHonest week-by-week timelines for Trust (1–3 weeks), Society (4–14 weeks) and Section 8 Company (4–8 weeks) registration — plus RNPO & 80G. Common delays and how to avoid them.
Read article NGO BasicsEvery cost broken down — Trust, Society and Section 8 Company govt fees, professional fees, RNPO & 80G applications, and ongoing annual compliance for 2026.
Read article NGO BasicsNGO registration is not legally mandatory — but it is practically essential the moment you want 80G, CSR funds, foreign grants, or a bank account in the organisation's name.
Read article NGO BasicsA plain-English comparison of all three NGO structures in India — cost, compliance, funding eligibility and a decision framework to pick the right one for your goals.
Read article NGO BasicsTrust, Society or Section 8 Company — understand the three NGO types in India, how they work, what tax benefits they get, and the first steps to register one.
Read article Section 8 CompanyA step-by-step guide to registering a Section 8 company — eligibility, documents, the SPICe+ process, timelines, costs and ongoing compliance.
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