NGO Trust & Society Registration Made Simple

Start your charitable organization with complete legal compliance. Expert guidance for Trust and Society registration across India.

Why Register Your NGO as Trust or Society?

Legal recognition and tax benefits for your charitable organization

Legal Recognition

Get official legal status for your charitable organization with government recognition and compliance.

Tax Exemptions

Eligible for 12A and 80G tax exemption certificates, providing significant tax benefits to donors.

Foreign Funding

Eligible for FCRA registration to receive foreign contributions for charitable activities.

Banking Benefits

Open dedicated bank accounts with special privileges and easier loan access for charitable purposes.

Credibility

Enhanced credibility and trust among donors, beneficiaries, and government agencies.

Perpetual Succession

Continuous existence independent of members/trustees, ensuring long-term sustainability.

NGO Registration Process

Simple 7-step process for Trust and Society registration

1

Name Approval

Check and reserve unique name for your Trust/Society

2

Document Preparation

Prepare Trust Deed/Memorandum and Articles of Association

3

Registration Filing

File application with Registrar of Societies/Sub-Registrar

4

Verification

Document verification and compliance check by authorities

5

Certificate Issuance

Receive registration certificate from concerned authority

6

PAN & Bank Account

Obtain PAN card and open dedicated bank account

7

Tax Exemptions

Apply for 12A, 80G, and other tax exemption certificates

Ready to Operate

Start your charitable activities with full legal compliance

Documents Required

Complete list of documents needed for NGO registration

Trust Registration Documents

Personal Documents
PAN cards, Aadhaar cards, and photographs of all trustees
Trust Deed
Detailed trust deed with objectives and trustee powers
Address Proof
Registered office address proof and NOC from owner
Affidavits
Affidavits from trustees accepting their appointment
Registration Fees
Government fees and stamp duty as per state regulations

Society Registration Documents

Member Documents
PAN cards, Aadhaar cards, and photographs of all members
Memorandum of Association
MOA with society objectives and member details
Articles of Association
AOA with rules and regulations for society operations
Office Address Proof
Registered office proof and utility bills
Governing Body Resolution
Resolution appointing office bearers and governing body

Eligibility Criteria

Requirements for Trust and Society registration

Trust Registration

Minimum 2 trustees required
Trustees must be 18+ years old
Registered office address required
Charitable objectives mandatory
Trust deed with clear objectives

Society Registration

Minimum 7 members required
Members must be 18+ years old
Registered office in state of registration
Literary, scientific, or charitable purpose
Governing body with defined roles

NGO Registration Packages

Comprehensive packages for Trust and Society registration

Basic Registration

₹4,999
Trust/Society Registration Only
Name availability check
Trust deed/MOA & AOA drafting
Registration filing
Registration certificate
Basic compliance guidance
Choose Basic
Most Popular

Standard Package

₹9,999
Registration + Tax Exemptions
Everything in Basic package
PAN card application
12A registration
80G registration
Bank account opening assistance
Choose Standard

Premium Package

₹19,999
Complete NGO Setup
Everything in Standard package
FCRA registration
CSR registration
Annual compliance support
Dedicated relationship manager
Choose Premium

Success Stories

NGOs we've helped establish across India

Education NGO

Shiksha Foundation Trust

Educational trust providing free education to underprivileged children across 5 states.

Maharashtra • Registered in 2023
Healthcare NGO

Arogya Seva Society

Healthcare society running mobile medical units in rural areas serving 50,000+ patients.

Karnataka • Registered in 2022
Environmental NGO

Green Earth Trust

Environmental trust focused on tree plantation and waste management in urban areas.

Delhi • Registered in 2023

Trust vs Society: Choose the Right Structure

Understanding the differences to make the best choice for your NGO

Aspect Trust Society
Minimum Members 2 Trustees 7 Members
Governing Law Indian Trust Act, 1882 Societies Registration Act, 1860
Registration Time 15-20 days 20-25 days
Management Board of Trustees Governing Body
Suitable For Religious, Charitable Literary, Scientific, Charitable
Annual Compliance Minimal Annual Returns Required

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