Section 8 Company Registration in Ranchi
Set up a credible, non-profit company for charitable and social objectives. We guide you through the Section 8 licence, incorporation and follow-up registrations.
A credible structure for non-profits
A Section 8 company is a not-for-profit company registered under the Companies Act, 2013 to promote objects such as education, health, social welfare, research, sports, art, environment protection or similar causes.
Its profits must be applied to promoting its objects and cannot be paid out to members as dividends. This makes it a trusted structure for NGOs, foundations and social enterprises dealing with donors, CSR funders and government bodies. After incorporation, 12A and 80G registrations help with tax exemption and donor benefits.
What you need to qualify
- Objects limited to charitable or similar purposes such as education, social welfare, research, sports, art or environment
- At least 2 directors for a private company and 3 for a public company, with at least one resident in India
- Members as required for the type of company
- A licence under Section 8 from the Central Government, applied for as part of the registration process
- A distinctive name approved by the MCA, which need not end with “Limited”
- A registered office address in India
Why choose this structure
Non-profit by design
Surplus is used only to promote the objects of the company.
High credibility
Trusted by donors, CSR partners, banks and government departments.
Separate legal entity
Owns assets and signs contracts in its own name, with limited liability.
Tax benefits possible
Eligible for exemption and donor deductions after 12A and 80G registration.
Keep these ready
Scanned copies are enough to begin. We tell you if anything else is needed for your case.
Directors and members
- PAN card of every director and member
- Aadhaar, passport, voter ID or driving licence
- Address proof (not older than 2 months)
- Passport-size photographs
- Mobile number and email ID
- Declarations and affidavits signed by directors and subscribers
Organisation details
- Proposed names and a clear statement of objects
- Registered office proof: recent utility bill and NOC or rent agreement
- Plan for income and expenditure as required for the licence
- MoA and AoA, which we draft for you
How Around Tax registers your company
Free consultation
We understand your objects, team and funding plans, and confirm Section 8 is the right fit.
DSC and DIN
Digital Signature Certificates and DINs are arranged for the proposed directors.
Name approval
We apply for a distinctive name that meets MCA rules for Section 8 companies.
Licence and incorporation
We draft the MoA, AoA and declarations, and file the licence and incorporation applications.
Certificate and next steps
You receive the certificate of incorporation, PAN and TAN, and we guide you on 12A, 80G and Darpan registration.
Staying compliant
Incorporation is the start. These are the usual next steps and ongoing duties, and we can handle them for you.
- 12A and 80G registration for tax exemption and donor benefits
- NGO Darpan registration for government grants
- CSR-1 filing if you want to receive CSR funding
- Open the bank account and maintain proper books
- Annual ROC filings and income tax return
- Regular Section 8 compliance, such as meetings and statutory filings
Common questions
What is the difference between a Section 8 company, a trust and a society?
All three can be used for charitable work. A Section 8 company is governed by the Companies Act and the MCA, with a clear compliance framework that donors and CSR funders often prefer. Trusts and societies follow different laws and registration processes. We help you choose.
Can a Section 8 company distribute profits?
No. Surplus must be used to promote the objects of the company. Members cannot receive dividends.
Can directors be paid?
Directors can receive reasonable remuneration for professional services within the limits of the law and the company’s articles. We guide you on what is permitted.
Do I need 12A and 80G?
They are not part of incorporation, but they are important for income tax exemption and for donors to claim deductions. We help you apply after your company is registered.
How long does registration take?
It depends on the licence approval and document readiness. We give you an estimate when we start.
This page is general guidance based on the Companies Act, 2013 and MCA procedures as we understand them. Rules, fees and forms change, so we confirm the latest requirements for your case before we begin.
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