Section 8 Company (NGO) Registration in India
Start Your Non-Profit Organization with Legal Recognition & Tax Benefits — Fast, Compliant & Hassle-Free with S.K. Agrawal & Co.
- NGO Registration under Companies Act
- Expert CA/CS Support
- Fast MCA Approval
- Tax Exemption Guidance
What is a Section 8 Company?
A Section 8 Company is a non-profit organization (NGO) registered under the Companies Act, 2013 for promoting charitable objectives such as education, social welfare, environment protection, arts, science, religion & social development. Profits, if any, are reinvested for the mission.
- Tax Exemptions — Eligible for 12A & 80G benefits
- No Minimum Capital — Start with zero paid-up capital
- No Stamp Duty — Reduced incorporation cost
- Higher Credibility — Preferred by donors & institutions
Advantages of Section 8 Company Registration
Why NGOs, charities & social enterprises choose Section 8 Company structure.
Tax Exemptions
Eligible for 12A & 80G registration, saving income tax and attracting donors.
No Minimum Capital
Start with any capital amount – no mandatory paid-up capital.
No Stamp Duty
Incorporation without stamp duty – reduced setup cost.
Higher Credibility
Registered with ROC, verifiable on MCA – builds donor & partner trust.
Professional Structure
Governed by MOA & AOA – better management and transparency.
Register Your Section 8 Company in 4 Steps
End-to-end assistance with MCA forms, name approval & licensing.
DSC & Name Approval
Apply for Digital Signature & reserve unique name (RUN form)
MOA & AOA Drafting
Define charitable objectives & internal rules
SPICe+ Filing
Submit incorporation forms & license application to ROC
Certificate of Incorporation
Receive CIN, PAN, TAN & start operations
Documents Required for Section 8 Company
Simple documentation – we guide you through each step.
For Directors / Members
- PAN Card
- Aadhaar Card
- Address Proof (Bank/Utility Bill ≤2 months)
- Passport-size Photograph
Registered Office
- Rent Agreement / Ownership Proof
- Utility Bill (≤ 2 months old)
- NOC from Owner
Additional for Section 8
- Memorandum of Association (MOA)
- Articles of Association (AOA)
- Declaration for charitable objects
Our Section 8 Company Registration Services
At S.K. Agrawal & Co., we provide complete end-to-end support.
Annual Compliance for Section 8 Company
Stay compliant with ROC and Income Tax regulations effortlessly.
Board Meetings & Records
- Minimum 2 Board Meetings annually
- Maintenance of Books of Accounts
Audit & Returns
- Statutory Audit
- Income Tax Return Filing
- Filing of AOC-4 & MGT-7 with ROC
Tax Benefits
- Compliance for 12A & 80G Registration
- Donor exemption certificates
Why Choose S.K. Agrawal & Co.?
Experienced CA/CS/Legal Experts
100% Online Process
Fast Turnaround (5–7 Days)
Dedicated Relationship Manager
Post-Incorporation Compliance
Our Service Presence
Based in Delhi & Faridabad, we serve clients across India & globally.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A Section 8 Company is a non-profit organization registered under the Companies Act, 2013 for charitable purposes like education, social welfare, environment, etc.
No, there is no minimum capital requirement. You can start with zero paid-up capital.
Yes, but profits must be reinvested for charitable objectives only; cannot be distributed as dividends.
12A provides income tax exemption to the NGO, and 80G allows donors to claim tax deductions on donations.
Usually 5–7 working days, subject to MCA approval and document readiness.
Yes, the entire Section 8 Company registration process is 100% online with MCA.
Yes, foreign nationals can be directors subject to compliance with FEMA and other regulations.
Yes, Section 8 Company offers better legal recognition, credibility with donors, structured governance, and easier funding opportunities.