Charitable Trust & NGO Services

Formation & Registration

End-to-end assistance in setting up your Charitable Trust, Society, or Section 8 Company — from choosing the right structure to drafting founding documents and completing all statutory registrations.

Best suited for: volunteer_activism Charitable & Philanthropic Organisations school Educational & Religious Institutions receipt_long Section 8 Companies & CSR Bodies
Step 1 — Choose Your Structure

Charitable Trust, Society, or Section 8 Company?

The right legal form depends on your objectives, governance needs, and the laws applicable in your state. We guide you before you commit.

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Simplest to Form

Charitable Trust

  • check_circle Created by a Trust Deed — minimal documentation
  • check_circle Governed by Indian Trusts Act / state trust acts
  • check_circle Suitable for family-driven charitable purposes
  • check_circle Bombay Public Trust Act (Maharashtra)
  • info Limited ability to add/remove trustees
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Member-Driven

Registered Society

  • check_circle Governed by Societies Registration Act, 1860
  • check_circle Requires minimum 7 members at formation
  • check_circle Governed by MOA & Rules & Regulations
  • check_circle Ideal for clubs, associations, educational bodies
  • info Annual renewal required in some states
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Maximum Credibility

Section 8 Company

  • check_circle Incorporated under Companies Act, 2013
  • check_circle Separate legal entity & limited liability
  • check_circle Preferred by CSR donors & foreign funders
  • check_circle No "Company" suffix required in name
  • info Higher MCA compliance overhead
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Our Advisory Approach

We evaluate your charitable objectives, geographic scope, funding sources, and governance preferences before recommending a structure. A 30-minute consultation can prevent years of costly restructuring.

What We Handle

Complete Formation & Registration Suite

From the first conversation to the day your trust or society is fully registered — we manage every legal and regulatory step.

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Core Document

Drafting of Trust Deed, MOA & AOA

We draft a Trust Deed, Memorandum of Association (MOA), and Articles of Association (AOA) tailored to your charitable objectives, governance structure, and applicable laws — ensuring compliance and future-proofing your organisation.

  • check_circle Trust Deed with objects, trustees & powers
  • check_circle MOA & AOA for Society / Section 8 Company
  • check_circle Charitable object clauses aligned with 12AB & 80G
  • check_circle Stamp duty payment & notarisation assistance
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Statutory Registration

Registration under Applicable Acts

We handle registration under the Indian Trusts Act, Societies Registration Act, Companies Act (Section 8), or the Bombay Public Trust Act for Maharashtra-based organisations — preparing all documents, affidavits, and following up until the Certificate is issued.

  • check_circle Indian Trusts Act / Societies Registration Act
  • check_circle Companies Act, 2013 (Section 8 incorporation)
  • check_circle Bombay Public Trust Act (Maharashtra-based trusts)
  • check_circle Follow-up until Certificate of Registration is issued
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Tax Identity

PAN & TAN Application

A PAN in the organisation's name is essential for opening a bank account, receiving donations, and filing income tax returns. If the trust deducts tax at source (on salaries, professional fees, etc.), a TAN is equally necessary. We obtain both before operations begin.

  • check_circle PAN application for the trust / society / company
  • check_circle TAN application for TDS obligations
  • check_circle Liaison with NSDL / UTIITSL as required
  • check_circle PAN card & TAN allotment letter delivery
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Regulatory Compliance

Registrar of Societies & Charity Commissioner

Beyond the initial Act-based registration, charitable organisations in Maharashtra must also register with the Charity Commissioner under the Bombay Public Trust Act. We manage this parallel registration and all subsequent approvals required to receive donations and access government grants.

  • check_circle Registration with Registrar of Societies
  • check_circle Registration with Charity Commissioner (Maharashtra)
  • check_circle Preparation of trust schedule & property statement
  • check_circle Follow-up & representation at office hearings
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Post-Registration

Next Steps — 12AB, 80G & Bank Account Setup

Registration is just the first step. To receive tax-exempt donations and claim income tax benefits, your trust must apply for 12AB registration and 80G certification. We handle these immediately after formation to make your organisation donation-ready.

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check_circle Section 80G certificate application
check_circle Bank account documentation & advisory
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Our Process

From Idea to Registered Trust in 4–6 Weeks

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Initial Consultation & Structure Advisory

We understand your charitable objectives, geography, funding sources, and governance needs — then recommend the most suitable structure with clear reasons and compliance implications.

Day 1
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Drafting Trust Deed / MOA & AOA

We draft the founding document with objects, powers, and governance clauses aligned with 12AB, 80G, and FCRA requirements, and obtain necessary stamp duty payment and notarisation.

Days 2–7
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Registration with Authority

Filing with the Sub-Registrar / Registrar of Societies / Charity Commissioner / MCA (for Section 8). We manage all follow-ups and hearings until the Certificate of Registration is issued.

Days 7–28
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PAN, TAN & Bank Account

Simultaneous PAN and TAN applications post-registration. We also assist with bank account documentation and advise on the first set of operational compliances.

Days 14–35
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Organisation is Operational

Your trust / society / Section 8 company has its Certificate of Registration, PAN, TAN, and bank account — ready to receive donations and pursue its charitable mission.

By Week 4–6
Our Advantage

Why Founders Choose Us for Trust Formation

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12AB & 80G Aligned Drafting

Every object clause is crafted to facilitate smooth 12AB and 80G approvals — saving time and rework later.

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Parallel Processing

We run PAN, TAN, and other applications simultaneously to get your organisation operational as quickly as possible.

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Single Point of Contact

One dedicated manager handles every registration, follow-up, and query — no chasing multiple agencies.

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Compliance-Ready from Day 1

We brief your trustees on first-year obligations — accounts, audit, returns — so there are no surprises.

Ready to Register Your Trust or NGO?

Speak with our team today. We'll walk you through the entire process, help you choose the right structure, and get your organisation registered with zero hassle.

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Office Address

4th Floor, Solitaire 1, New Link Rd, Malad West, Mumbai 400064.

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Direct Line

+91-8169820387 | 022-46022657