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NGO Registration as a Section 8 Company
Set up your NGO as a licensed Section 8 Company — the non-profit structure most trusted by CSR funders.
- Timeline20-25 working days
- Documents4 items
- Process100% online
About NGO Registration as a Section 8 Company
Many NGOs start as a trust or society and later discover that CSR committees and foreign donors prefer the audited, board-governed format of a Section 8 Company. Registering this way from day one avoids a costly conversion later. We draft charitable objects that survive the licence review, file SPICe+ with the Section 8 licence, and plan your 12A, 80G and CSR-1 sequence alongside.
Non-profits and special entities are scrutinised more closely, so we draft objects and governance clauses with the later 12A, 80G, CSR-1 and FCRA applications already in mind.
What you get
- Eligible for CSR-1 registration and CSR funding
- Board-run governance with personal liability limited
- Smooth path to 12A, 80G and NGO Darpan enrolment
Documents required
- PAN & Aadhaar of at least two directors
- Proof of the NGO's registered office
- Statement of charitable objects and planned activities
- Projected income and expenditure for three years
Exact requirements vary by state and entity. We confirm the final list on the first call.
How we handle it
- 1
Tell us the goal
Pick a service, or describe what you're trying to do and we'll suggest the right registration or structure.
- 2
Get a written quote
A LegalReet expert calls back, confirms scope and eligibility, and sends a fixed fee in writing.
- 3
Upload documents
Share the checklist documents over WhatsApp or email. We check every page before anything is filed.
- 4
We file and follow up
Your application is prepared, filed and chased with the department by the same expert who quoted you.
- 5
Certificate delivered
Approvals arrive digitally, along with the recurring due dates that now apply to your business.
Fees
We quote a fixed professional fee for NGO Registration as a Section 8 Company after a short call, because the work involved varies with your state, entity and requirement. Government fees, where applicable, are itemised separately at actual cost.
Frequently asked questions
How long does NGO Registration as a Section 8 Company take?
Typically 20-25 working days, counted from the date we receive complete documents. Department processing times can stretch this, and we keep you updated throughout.
What documents do I need for NGO Registration as a Section 8 Company?
You will usually need: PAN & Aadhaar of at least two directors; Proof of the NGO's registered office; Statement of charitable objects and planned activities; Projected income and expenditure for three years. We send a tailored checklist after the first call.
How much will it cost?
We quote a fixed professional fee for NGO Registration as a Section 8 Company after a short call, because the work involved varies with your state, entity and requirement. Government fees, where applicable, are itemised separately at actual cost.
Do I need to visit your office?
No. Documents are shared over WhatsApp or email, signatures are done with Aadhaar e-sign or a DSC where required, and approvals are delivered digitally. You are welcome to visit our Agra office if you prefer.
Who will handle my file?
A LegalReet expert from the relevant desk is assigned when you confirm, and stays your point of contact until delivery. Work is reviewed by a qualified professional before filing.
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