NGO Registration
Register your NGO as a Trust, Society or Section 8 Company, with guidance on choosing the right structure and the follow-on 12A, 80G, DARPAN and CSR registrations.
- Timeline15–25 working days depending on structure chosen.
- Starting at₹1,999 + GST & Govt. fees applicable
- Documents7 items — shared securely online
About NGO Registration
An NGO in India can be registered as a trust, a society or a Section 8 company. Each structure has different rules on governance, registration authority and credibility with donors.
NewStarts helps you choose the right form for your objects and funding plans, drafts the trust deed, society bye-laws or MoA, and completes registration. We then guide you through tax exemption, DARPAN and CSR registrations so you can start receiving donations.
What is NGO Registration?
NGO registration is the legal registration of a non-profit organisation as a public charitable trust, a society under the Societies Registration Act or state law, or a Section 8 company, giving it legal identity to operate, open bank accounts and receive donations.
100% online, no office visit- Category
- Startup & Company Registration
- Authority / portal
- Sub-Registrar / Charity Commissioner for trusts; State Registrar of Societies; Ministry of Corporate Affairs for Section 8 companies
- Timeline
- 15–25 working days depending on structure chosen.
- Starting price
- ₹1,999
- Mode
- 100% online — no office visit needed
Who needs NGO Registration?
Situations where this service is required or strongly recommended.
Charitable initiatives
Groups working on education, health, poverty relief or environment.
Community organisations
Resident, cultural and welfare associations.
Religious and spiritual bodies
Organisations running religious or charitable activities.
Corporate and family foundations
Philanthropic arms needing a formal structure.
Eligibility
Basic conditions to qualify for NGO Registration.
Trust
At least two trustees and a trust deed.
Society
Usually seven or more members, with memorandum and bye-laws.
Section 8 company
At least two directors and members, with a licence from MCA.
Non-profit objects
Objects must be charitable and income used only for them.
Benefits of NGO Registration
What you gain once it is done right.
Legal identity
Open bank accounts and hold property in the NGO's name.
Tax exemption
Eligible for exemption on income after registration under the Income-tax Act.
Donor deductions
80G registration lets donors claim deductions.
Access to grants
Government schemes and CSR funds need a registered NGO.
Credibility
A registered structure builds trust with donors and beneficiaries.
Types of NGO registration
Choose the option that matches your situation.
Public charitable trust
Simple to set up with a trust deed; governed by trustees and state trust laws where applicable.
Society
Member-driven body with a governing council, registered with the state registrar.
Section 8 company
Company structure with MCA oversight, preferred by CSR donors and larger funders.
Documents required
Keep these ready. We share an exact checklist for your specific case and collect everything through a secure online link.
Get this checklist on WhatsAppPAN Card of Founders / Trustees / Members
Permanent Account Number of founders / trustees / members — mandatory for the incorporation forms.
Aadhaar Card of Founders / Trustees / Members
Aadhaar of founders / trustees / members for identity and address verification.
Passport Size Photographs
Recent passport-size photograph of each founder, trustee or member.
Aims, Objects & Name Options
The NGO's aims and objectives, preferred names and the rules you want in the Trust Deed or Society MoA & bye-laws.
Office Address Proof
Latest electricity bill, property tax receipt or sale deed of the NGO's office address.
Rental Agreement / NOC
If the premises are rented — a registered rent agreement along with a No-Objection Certificate from the property owner.
Witness / Subscriber Details
Name, ID and address of the witnesses or subscribers who sign the trust deed or society memorandum, as applicable.
Step-by-step process
How NewStarts takes NGO Registration from first call to final delivery.
- 01
Consultation
We compare trust, society and Section 8 for your objects and funding.
- 02
Draft constitution
Trust deed, society memorandum and bye-laws, or MoA and AoA are drafted.
- 03
Collect documents
KYC of trustees, members or directors and office address proof.
- 04
File for registration
Filed with the Sub-Registrar, Registrar of Societies or MCA.
- 05
Certificate and PAN
Registration certificate is issued and PAN applied for.
- 06
Exemption and DARPAN
Income tax exemption, 80G, DARPAN and CSR-1 guidance.
NewStarts NGO Registration service
What is included when you engage NewStarts.
Free eligibility check
A specialist reviews your facts and confirms the right route and package for NGO Registration before you pay anything.
Document checklist & review
You receive an exact checklist and upload through a secure link. We verify every document to avoid rejections.
Drafting & filing
We prepare every form, declaration and annexure for NGO Registration and file on the correct government portal.
Query & objection handling
Any departmental query or clarification is answered by our team, with corrected filings where needed.
Delivery & hand-over
Certificates and approvals are shared digitally, with a plain-language note on your next compliance steps.
Post-service support
Reminders, renewals and related filings can be handled by the same NewStarts relationship manager.
Transparent pricing
No hidden charges. Choose the package that fits — upgrade anytime.
Basic
₹1,999
+ GST & Govt. fees applicable
For straightforward, single-entity cases
- Complete documentation support
- Application filing
- Email & WhatsApp support
- Standard processing timeline
Premium
₹4,999
+ GST & Govt. fees applicable
End-to-end support with ongoing assistance
- Everything in Basic
- Dedicated relationship manager
- Query & rejection handling
- Priority processing
- Phone support
- Expert consultation call
- Fastest possible turnaround
- 1 year post-service support
- Dedicated account manager
NGO Registration FAQs
Have questions? We have answers.
Can’t find your answer? Ask the assistant, or speak to our team.
It depends on your objects, governance style and funding plans. Section 8 has the most credibility with CSR donors.
Only after registration under the Income-tax Act and compliance with its conditions.
Only after FCRA registration or prior permission from the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Two for a trust or private Section 8 company; usually seven for a society.
Usually 15 to 25 working days depending on the structure and state.
A NITI Aayog portal that gives NGOs a unique ID needed for many government grants.
Yes. Document collection, e-signing and filing are completed online, so you do not need to visit any office. Where a physical step is unavoidable, we tell you upfront.
NewStarts professional fees, GST and government fees are shown separately. Government fees are paid at actuals and confirmed with you before filing.
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