Section 8 Company (NGO) Registration
Non-profit company incorporation with a licence under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013.
Quick answer
Section 8 Company (NGO) Registration with CorpBridge costs ₹4,999 as a professional fee (plus government fee & stamp duty, and 18% GST) and typically takes 15–20 working days. You will mainly need pAN and Aadhaar of directors, photographs and address proof, registered office proof and NOC. A qualified CA, CS or attorney prepares and files everything online, so you don't visit any office.
| Professional fee | ₹4,999 + 18% GST |
|---|---|
| Government charges | Government fee & stamp duty |
| Time taken | 15–20 working days |
| Form / portal | SPICe+ |
| Documents | 4 items (listed below) |
| Done | 100% online |
What is Section 8 Company (NGO) Registration?
A Section 8 Company is a non-profit company formed to promote commerce, art, science, sports, education, research, social welfare, religion, charity or environmental protection. Profits must be applied to its objects and cannot be distributed to members.
It is the most credible structure for NGOs and foundations, and is preferred by CSR donors and foreign funders.
What's included in our Section 8 Company (NGO) Registration service?
- Name reservation
- DSCs and DINs for 2 directors
- Drafting of objects, MoA and AoA
- Section 8 licence application within SPICe+
- Certificate of Incorporation with PAN and TAN
Who is eligible for Section 8 Company (NGO) Registration?
- At least 2 directors and 2 members
- Objects must be charitable or not-for-profit
What documents are required for Section 8 Company (NGO) Registration?
- PAN and Aadhaar of directors
- Photographs and address proof
- Registered office proof and NOC
- Estimated income and expenditure for the next 3 years
What is the process for Section 8 Company (NGO) Registration?
Objects and name
We frame the objects clause and reserve a name.
Licence and incorporation
SPICe+ is filed with the Section 8 licence application.
Certificate
The Registrar grants the licence and issues the Certificate of Incorporation.
How much does Section 8 Company (NGO) Registration cost?
| Component | Amount | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| CorpBridge professional fee | ₹4,999 | CorpBridge |
| GST on professional fee | ₹900 | Government (via CorpBridge) |
| Government fee / stamp duty | government fee & stamp duty | Government, at actuals |
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Frequently asked questions about Section 8 Company (NGO) Registration
Does a Section 8 Company get tax exemption automatically?
No. You need to separately register under the income tax provisions for charitable entities (12A/12AB and 80G) to get exemption and offer tax-deductible donations. We can file these after incorporation.
What is the cost of Section 8 Company (NGO) Registration?
CorpBridge's professional fee is ₹4,999, exclusive of 18% GST, plus government fee & stamp duty. The exact government charges are confirmed before you pay.
How long does Section 8 Company (NGO) Registration take?
15–20 working days, assuming documents are complete and the authority raises no queries.
What documents are required for Section 8 Company (NGO) Registration?
PAN and Aadhaar of directors; Photographs and address proof; Registered office proof and NOC; Estimated income and expenditure for the next 3 years.
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