Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Section 8 Company Registration in Thiruvananthapuram
Launch your NGO the right way — Section 8 registration ₹1,499
₹1,499₹7,999
BASE FEE + LIVE PROMOTIONS AT CHECKOUT
⏱Timeline: 15–25 working days
✅Govt fees included
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Why Register a Section 8 NGO in Thiruvananthapuram?
✓Non-profit structure — income must be applied toward stated objectives
✓Tax exemptions under Section 12A and 80G of Income Tax Act
✓Donations eligible for 80G deduction for donors
✓Can accept foreign donations under FCRA once registered
✓No minimum capital requirement
✓Higher credibility than Trust or Society for donor funding
Is This Right for You?
✓ Ideal for
NGOs, charitable organisations, social enterprises, educational trusts
✗ Not ideal for
For-profit businesses — distributing profits to members is prohibited
How Section 8 NGO Registration Works
- 01Determine charitable objects (education, healthcare, arts, environment, etc.)
- 02DSC for all directors
- 03DIN for all directors
- 04Apply for Section 8 licence from Central Government (RD/MCA)
- 05SPICe+ filing with Section 8 specific MoA
- 06Central Government approval (takes 7–14 days)
- 07PAN & TAN allotment
- 08Post-registration: apply for 12A and 80G registration with Income Tax
Documents Required for Section 8 Company (NGO) Registration in Thiruvananthapuram
1PAN card of all directors/promoters
2Aadhaar card of all directors/promoters
3Proof of registered office
4Statement of financial projections for 3 years
5Memorandum of Association with charitable objects
6Promoter declaration of income application toward objectives
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Section 8 Company (NGO) Registration in Thiruvananthapuram — Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Section 8 Company in India?+
A Section 8 Company (under Section 8 of the Companies Act 2013) is a non-profit company formed for promoting charitable objects like education, arts, science, commerce, sports, social welfare, religion, charity, or environmental protection. It cannot distribute profits to members — all income must be applied toward its stated objectives.
What is the difference between Section 8 Company, Trust, and Society?+
A Section 8 Company offers more structure and credibility than a Trust or Society — it has mandatory directors, statutory compliance, and a registered office, making it more accountable to donors and foreign funders. FCRA registration (for foreign donations) is also easier for Section 8 companies.
How much does Section 8 Company registration cost?+
MakeItLegit charges ₹1,499 for Section 8 Company registration. Government fees are waived for Section 8 companies. The slightly higher price versus Pvt Ltd reflects the additional Central Government licence application step.
Can a Section 8 Company get 80G tax exemption?+
Yes, but 80G registration is a separate application to the Income Tax Department after incorporation. It allows donors to claim a deduction of 50% of their donation from their taxable income, making your NGO much more attractive for corporate and HNI donors.
Can founders receive a salary from a Section 8 Company?+
Yes. Directors and employees of a Section 8 Company can receive a reasonable salary for their services. What is prohibited is distributing profits as dividends or bonuses to members. A working salary for genuine work is permitted.
Can a Section 8 Company accept foreign donations?+
Not immediately. To receive foreign contributions, a Section 8 Company must separately apply for FCRA (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act) registration. FCRA registration typically requires the company to be at least 3 years old and have a track record of charitable activities.
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