NGO & Trust Compliance
Non-profits face a unique compliance map. We help you incorporate, register with NGO Darpan, secure 12A and 80G exemptions and stay eligible for CSR funding and FCRA permissions.
Services we offer under NGO & Trust Compliance
Trust Registration
Public charitable trust formation with deed drafting.
Society Registration
Registration under Societies Registration Act, 1860.
Section 8 NGO
Company structure for non-profit objectives.
NGO Darpan
Niti Aayog Darpan ID for accessing government grants.
12A Registration
Income tax exemption for the NGO's income.
80G Registration
Tax deduction certificate for donors.
CSR-1 Registration
Eligibility to receive corporate CSR contributions.
FCRA Advisory
Guidance on FCRA application, renewal and reporting.
Who needs this
- New social enterprises and charitable groups
- NGOs raising CSR funds from corporates
- Trusts and societies seeking tax exemption
- Religious and educational institutions
Key benefits
- Tax exemption under Section 12A for the NGO
- Donor tax deduction under Section 80G
- Eligibility to receive CSR funds (CSR-1)
- Credibility with donors and grant agencies
Documents required
- Trust deed / Memorandum of Society / MoA of Section 8 Company
- PAN of NGO and trustees / members
- Address proof of registered office
- List of governing board members with KYC
- Activity report and financials of last 3 years (if existing)
Email documents to document@credcompliances.com
Step-by-step process
- 1
Structure advisory
Trust vs Society vs Section 8 — recommend best fit.
- 2
Incorporation
Drafting and registration of foundational documents.
- 3
PAN, TAN, bank
Set up statutory and banking infrastructure.
- 4
12A / 80G / CSR-1
File for tax exemptions and CSR eligibility.
- 5
Ongoing compliance
Annual income tax, audit and renewal filings.
Estimated timeline
Incorporation in 7–15 working days. 12A and 80G typically 1–3 months from filing.
Mistakes to avoid
- • Operating as a trust without PAN and 12A
- • Receiving foreign donations without FCRA registration
- • Skipping CSR-1 registration despite eligibility
- • Missing renewal of 12A / 80G every 5 years
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