Section 08 Company Registration

Non-Profit Organisation with Pan-India Authority

Section 8 companies have the legal structure of a Non-Profit Organisation (NPO) with authority to work across the country. Unlike NGO/Trust registered under state government laws, Section 8 companies are registered under the Central Government Ministry of Corporate Affairs.

Features of Section 08 Company

Key characteristics and benefits of Section 8 companies

Pan-India Operations

Same nature as NGO/Trust but Section 8 companies have the legal structure of NPO with authority to work across the country.

Central Government Registration

NGO/Trust are registered under state government laws but Section 8 companies are registered under Central Government Ministry of Corporate Affairs.

Promoting Noble Objects

Company main objects include promoting commerce, art, science, sports, education, research, social welfare, religion, charity, and protection of environment.

Profit Reinvestment

Profit of the company can be used only for promoting the objects and no requirement to pay dividend to its members.

No LTD/PVT LTD Suffix

Section 8 companies do not require to use the words LTD and PVT LTD as suffix in the name of the company.

No Minimum Capital

No requirement of a minimum paid-up capital for Section 8 company registration.

Tax Benefits

Can avail tax benefits under Section 12AA and 80G of the Income Tax Act.

Limited Liability

Enjoy limited liability protection separating personal assets from company obligations.

Perpetual Succession

Company continues to exist regardless of changes in members, ensuring long-term impact.

Document Requirements for Incorporation

Essential documents needed for Section 8 company registration

Identity Proof

Aadhar Card, PAN Card or Passport of all directors

Address Proof

Voter's ID, Passport or Driver's License of all directors

Registered Office Proof

Rental Agreement or possession letter for registered company address

Utility Bills

Latest Bank Statement, Telephone or Mobile Bill, Electricity or Gas Bill

Photographs

Passport-sized photographs of all directors

Specimen Signature

Blank document with signature of subscribers

Trade Mark

Trade Mark Registration certificate if any

Incorporation of Section 08 Company

Step-by-step process for Section 8 company registration

1

Apply for DIN and DSCs

Obtain Director Identification Number and Digital Signature Certificates for all directors.

2

Name Reservation

Get approval for the proposed company name from the Registrar of Companies.

3

MOA, INC13 and AOA

Prepare Memorandum of Association, INC 13 declaration and Articles of Association.

4

INC 15 Subscriber Declaration

File subscriber declaration form with the Registrar.

5

Income and Expenditure Statement

Prepare and submit estimated income and expenditure statement.

6

List of Directors

Submit list of directors and their consent for appointment.

7

Preparation of INC 32

Prepare integrated incorporation form INC 32 with all details.

8

Application with ROC

Submit application along with INC 32 to Registrar of Companies.

9

Approval and Certificate

Upon approval, receive CIN along with PAN and TAN for the company.

How Do You Approach R2B?

Get started with your Section 8 company registration today

1

Initial Consultation

Contact us for a free consultation about your Section 8 company requirements.

2

Document Collection

We help you gather all required documents for Section 8 registration.

3

Registration Process

We handle the complete Section 8 company incorporation on your behalf.

4

Ongoing Support

We provide ongoing compliance and support services for your NPO.

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Let our expert team help you incorporate your non-profit organisation with pan-India authority and avail tax benefits under 12AA and 80G.

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