Section 8 company registration
Section 8 company registration in India. Mind Your Tax can help you to check name availability & register a Section 8 Company. We provide comprehensive assistance in registering Section 8 Companies, ensuring compliance.Plan Overview
A Section 8 Company is a non-profit organization registered under the Companies Act, 2013. It is formed with the objective of promoting charitable activities such as commerce, art, science, education, research, social welfare, religion, environment protection, or similar purposes. Unlike other companies, a Section 8 Company does not pay dividends to its members—all profits must be reinvested for the stated objectives. It enjoys tax benefits, a separate legal identity and is ideal for NGOs and non-profit foundations seeking formal structure and credibility.Services Included
Any government charges
DSC charges
Documents Required
For Directors and Promoters:
PAN Card (mandatory)
Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Passport/Driver’s License (as address proof)
Passport-size photograph
Email ID and phone number
DIN (Director Identification Number) – can be applied during the process
For Registered Office:
Utility bill (not older than 2 months)
Rent agreement (if the office is rented)
NOC from the property owner
Additional:
Draft of Memorandum of Association (MoA) and Articles of Association (AoA)
Statement of work & objectives
Declaration of each director and promoter (in prescribed format)
Process
20-30 Days Estimate
Step 1
Obtain DSC and DIN:
- A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is required for online filing.
- DIN is required for all proposed directors.
Step 2
Name Reservation:
- File the SPICe+ (Part A) form via the MCA portal to reserve the company’s name.
Step 3
Apply for Section 8 License:
- File Form INC-12 with a detailed project plan, estimated future income, MoA, AoA, and declarations from promoters/directors.
- The Central Registrar will issue a license in Form INC-16 or INC-17.
Step 4
Company Incorporation Filing:
- After receiving the license, file SPICe+ (Part B) along with all incorporation documents, including MoA, AoA, declarations, and address proofs.
Step 5
Certificate of Incorporation:
- Upon approval, you’ll receive the Certificate of Incorporation with a unique Company Identification Number (CIN).
Recommended For
for promoting commerce, art, science, or charity
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