Non-Profit Company for Social Causes
Section 8 Company Registration
Section 8 Company (formerly Section 25 under old Companies Act) is a non-profit organization registered under Companies Act 2013 for charitable purposes like education, arts, science, sports, social welfare, religion, charity, or environment protection.
- Typically 15-20 working days
- CA/CS expertise
- Tax exemptions
- Filed on the MCA portal
- License application
- MOA/AOA drafting
- Tax exemption guidance
- 12A & 80G registration
// Why choose this
Benefits
- Tax exemptions under Income Tax Act
- Higher credibility than trust or society
- Can receive foreign donations (FCRA)
- Limited liability for members
- No stamp duty on MoA & AoA
- Eligible for 80G and 12A tax benefits
// Step by step
How it works
- 01
Name Approval
Day 1-3Apply for name with 'Foundation' or similar suffix
- 02
License Application
Day 3-8Apply for license from Regional Director
- 03
MOA & AOA
Day 5-10Draft Memorandum and Articles of Association
- 04
SPICe+ Filing
Day 10-15File incorporation documents with MCA
- 05
Certificate
Day 15-20Receive incorporation certificate
Timelines are typical and depend on government processing.
// Keep these ready
Documents required
- PAN Card of all directors
- Aadhaar Card of directors
- Director photographs
- Proof of registered office
- MOA and AOA (drafted)
- Declaration from directors
Upload them from your phone after you start. Your expert tells you if anything else is needed.
// Questions
Frequently asked questions
Can Section 8 company distribute profits?
No. Section 8 companies cannot distribute profits to members. All income must be used for furthering the company's charitable objectives.
What tax benefits are available?
Section 8 companies can apply for 12A (tax exemption) and 80G (donor deduction) registration. Donors get 50-100% deduction on donations.
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