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Section 8 NGO Company

A highly credible non-profit structure for social, charitable, and public welfare initiatives.

Non-Profit • Tax Benefits • Limited Liability

@ Rs. 8,999 – 14,999 *

In 20 days  ·  Online Process  ·  Facilitation

Also Get Absolutely Free

Director Identification No.

Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)

Certificate of Incorporation

MOA & AOA Drafted

*Facilitation Fees. Government Charges Extra.

Why Choose a Section 8 Company?

A Section 8 Company under the Companies Act, 2013 is an ideal legal structure for NGOs and non-profit organizations. It offers high credibility, tax exemptions, and limited liability while ensuring that all profits are used strictly for charitable objectives.

Key Benefits of Section 8 Registration

Multiple privileges and exemptions under the Companies Act

No minimum paid-up capital requirement

Exemption from stamp duty on incorporation

CARO audit provisions generally not applicable

Partnership firms can become members in their own capacity

Donors eligible for tax deduction under Section 80G

Pre-Requisites for Section 8 Registration

Minimum 2 members for Private Section 8 Company and 7 for Public Section 8 Company

Minimum 2 directors (private) or 3 directors (public)

Directors and members can be the same individuals

Registered office address proof

PAN, identity proof, and address proof of directors

What You'll Receive

  • Director Identification Number (DIN)
  • Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
  • Company name approval
  • Memorandum of Association (MOA)
  • Articles of Association (AOA)
  • Certificate of Incorporation
  • Company PAN Card
  • Company TAN / TDS Number
  • Bank account opening assistance

Frequently Asked Questions

A Section 8 Company is a non-profit organization registered under the Companies Act, 2013, formed to promote charitable objectives such as education, social welfare, arts, or environment.

No. Residential or rented premises can be used as the registered office address.

No. Once incorporated, it remains valid until closed. However, annual ROC compliance filings are mandatory.

No. All profits must be reinvested toward the charitable objectives of the company.

No. Section 8 companies usually operate as companies limited by guarantee and do not require minimum share capital.

No. Applicability depends on employee count, turnover, and nature of activities — not company type.

Yes, subject to approval from the Registrar of Companies and compliance with prescribed procedures.

DIN (Director Identification Number) is a unique number issued by MCA for individuals intending to act as company directors.

A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is used to electronically sign documents submitted to the ROC.

No. Funds are deposited after incorporation once the company bank account is opened.