Section 8 / Nonprofit Registration: Complete Guide, Process & Pricing

Register a nonprofit company dedicated to charitable, educational or social objectives, with the credibility and structure of a formal company.

Why this matters

Built for social impact. Structured specifically for charitable, educational or welfare objectives.

Tax exemption eligible. Can apply for 12A and 80G registration to enable tax benefits for donors.

No 'Limited' in the name. Recognised as a nonprofit without profit distribution to members.

Who this applies to

• Minimum 2 directors (7 for a public Section 8 company)
• Objectives must be charitable, educational, religious or social
• Profits must be applied only to promoting the company's objectives
• Central Government (via Registrar) licence required before incorporation

What you'll need to get started

• PAN card and Aadhaar of all directors
• Detailed memorandum of objectives and proposed activities
• Projected income and expenditure for the next 3 years
• Proof of registered office address

How the process works

1. Share your business details. Tell us the entity type, promoters and business activity.

2. We prepare your documents. Your application and supporting documents are drafted and checked.

3. Filed with the registrar. Your application is submitted to the relevant government portal.

4. Certificate delivered. Receive your registration certificate and next-step compliance guidance.

What it costs

End-to-end Section 8 incorporation and licence support. Pricing starts from ₹9,999. Government fee: at actuals, billed separately.

Common questions

Can a Section 8 company distribute profits?

No — all income must be applied toward the company's stated charitable or social objectives, not distributed to members.

What is 12A and 80G registration?

12A gives the organisation income tax exemption; 80G lets donors claim a tax deduction on their contributions — both are separate applications after incorporation.

How is this different from a trust or society?

A Section 8 company offers a more formal corporate structure with limited liability and stronger credibility, though it involves more compliance than a trust or society.