Key Features of a Section 8 Company

• Registered non-profit organization under Companies Act, 2013

• No minimum capital requirement

• Profits are reinvested for charitable objectives only

• Enjoys tax exemptions under 12A and 80G (after application)

• Limited liability for members

• Treated as a corporate legal entity, unlike Trusts or Societies

• Can receive foreign contributions with FCRA registration

Who Can Register a Section 8 Company?

• Individuals or groups wanting to start a non-profit organization

• NGOs focusing on education, environment, healthcare, rural development, etc.

• Companies wanting to start a CSR arm

• Foundations and institutions working for public welfare

Documents Required for Section 8 Company Registration

For Directors / Promoters:

• PAN Card

• Aadhar Card

• Passport-size photo

• Address proof (Electricity bill, Bank Statement not older than 2 months)

For Registered Office:

• Electricity Bill or Property Tax Receipt

• Rent Agreement (if rented)

• NOC from owner (if rented)

Additional Documents:

• Proposed Company’s Objectives

• Draft MOA & AOA (we help you draft these)

• Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) of Directors

• Director Identification Number (DIN)

Step-by-Step Section 8 Company Registration Process

Step 1: Name Reservation (RUN Form)
We help you choose a unique name and apply for name approval from the Registrar of Companies (RoC).

Step 2: DSC and DIN Generation
Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) and Director Identification Numbers (DIN) are applied for proposed directors.

Step 3: Drafting MOA & AOA
We prepare the Memorandum and Articles of Association aligned with your NGO’s purpose.

Step 4: Filing SPICe+ Form with RoC
All incorporation documents are filed with the RoC through the SPICe+ form online portal.

Step 5: License under Section 8
We file Form INC-12 to apply for the Section 8 license along with declarations and project plans.

Step 6: Certificate of Incorporation
Once approved, the Registrar issues the Certificate of Incorporation and the Section 8 license.

Step 7: PAN, TAN, and Bank Account Opening
We help you obtain PAN & TAN and assist in setting up your NGO’s bank account.

Why Choose Section 8 Company Over a Trust or Society?

• Better credibility for receiving CSR or international donations

• Easier governance structure

• Stronger legal backing under Companies Act

• Higher transparency & compliance ensures donor confidence

• Eligibility for Government grants & foreign funding

Post-Incorporation Compliance

Once your Section 8 Company is registered, you need to ensure the following compliances:

• Filing Annual Returns and Financial Statements with RoC

• Maintaining proper books of accounts

• Applying for 12A and 80G registration under Income Tax for tax exemptions

• Holding Annual General Meetings (AGMs)

• Regularly updating statutory registers and records

Why S. R. Mahajan & Co. for Section 8 Company Registration in Aurangabad?

• Expertise in Non-Profit Setup & Registrations

• Legal Drafting of MOA, AOA, and Project Plans

• End-to-End Process Handling – from DSC to License

• Assistance with 12A, 80G, and FCRA post-registration

• Trusted by NGOs, Schools, and Charitable Institutions in Aurangabad