Starting an NGO requires proper legal registration. Our NGO registration lawyer in Kolkata handles all types of NGO registration — Society, Trust, Section 8 Company — and tax exemptions under 12A, 80G, and FCRA.
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Non-profit organizations in India can be registered as Trusts (under Indian Trusts Act, 1882), Societies (under Societies Registration Act, 1860), or Section 8 Companies (under Companies Act, 2013). Our NGO registration lawyer in Kolkata advises on the best structure based on your objectives, scale, and funding sources. Trusts are suitable for family-run philanthropies. Societies are better for membership-based organizations with multiple members. Section 8 Companies offer the highest credibility and are suitable for large NGOs with significant funding. Each structure has different compliance requirements.
Legal matters require careful attention to detail and strategic thinking. Our experienced legal team in Kolkata brings decades of combined experience across multiple practice areas. We take the time to understand your unique situation, explain your legal options in plain language, and develop a customized strategy that aligns with your goals and budget. Our approach is built on three pillars: thorough preparation, clear communication, and aggressive advocacy. We prepare every case meticulously, leaving no stone unturned. We keep you informed at every stage, ensuring you understand the process and can make informed decisions. And when we step into the courtroom or negotiation room, we advocate for your interests with passion and precision. Whether your matter is simple or complex, we are committed to achieving the best possible outcome for you.
Legal matters require careful attention to detail and strategic thinking. Our experienced legal team in Kolkata brings decades of combined experience across multiple practice areas. We take the time to understand your unique situation, explain your legal options in plain language, and develop a customized strategy that aligns with your goals and budget. Our approach is built on three pillars: thorough preparation, clear communication, and aggressive advocacy. We prepare every case meticulously, leaving no stone unturned. We keep you informed at every stage, ensuring you understand the process and can make informed decisions. And when we step into the courtroom or negotiation room, we advocate for your interests with passion and precision. Whether your matter is simple or complex, we are committed to achieving the best possible outcome for you.
Legal matters require careful attention to detail and strategic thinking. Our experienced legal team in Kolkata brings decades of combined experience across multiple practice areas. We take the time to understand your unique situation, explain your legal options in plain language, and develop a customized strategy that aligns with your goals and budget. Our approach is built on three pillars: thorough preparation, clear communication, and aggressive advocacy. We prepare every case meticulously, leaving no stone unturned. We keep you informed at every stage, ensuring you understand the process and can make informed decisions. And when we step into the courtroom or negotiation room, we advocate for your interests with passion and precision. Whether your matter is simple or complex, we are committed to achieving the best possible outcome for you.
Legal matters require careful attention to detail and strategic thinking. Our experienced legal team in Kolkata brings decades of combined experience across multiple practice areas. We take the time to understand your unique situation, explain your legal options in plain language, and develop a customized strategy that aligns with your goals and budget. Our approach is built on three pillars: thorough preparation, clear communication, and aggressive advocacy. We prepare every case meticulously, leaving no stone unturned. We keep you informed at every stage, ensuring you understand the process and can make informed decisions. And when we step into the courtroom or negotiation room, we advocate for your interests with passion and precision. Whether your matter is simple or complex, we are committed to achieving the best possible outcome for you.
Legal matters require careful attention to detail and strategic thinking. Our experienced legal team in Kolkata brings decades of combined experience across multiple practice areas. We take the time to understand your unique situation, explain your legal options in plain language, and develop a customized strategy that aligns with your goals and budget. Our approach is built on three pillars: thorough preparation, clear communication, and aggressive advocacy. We prepare every case meticulously, leaving no stone unturned. We keep you informed at every stage, ensuring you understand the process and can make informed decisions. And when we step into the courtroom or negotiation room, we advocate for your interests with passion and precision. Whether your matter is simple or complex, we are committed to achieving the best possible outcome for you.
Legal matters require careful attention to detail and strategic thinking. Our experienced legal team in Kolkata brings decades of combined experience across multiple practice areas. We take the time to understand your unique situation, explain your legal options in plain language, and develop a customized strategy that aligns with your goals and budget. Our approach is built on three pillars: thorough preparation, clear communication, and aggressive advocacy. We prepare every case meticulously, leaving no stone unturned. We keep you informed at every stage, ensuring you understand the process and can make informed decisions. And when we step into the courtroom or negotiation room, we advocate for your interests with passion and precision. Whether your matter is simple or complex, we are committed to achieving the best possible outcome for you.
Trust registration is done before the Sub-Registrar. Our NGO registration lawyer in Kolkata handles trust registration by preparing the Trust Deed (name, trustees, objectives, property, management), paying stamp duty, presenting before the Sub-Registrar, obtaining Registration Certificate, and applying for PAN. A trust must have a minimum of 2 trustees (settlor and trustee). The trust deed must clearly state the charitable objectives. Trusts are suitable for smaller, family-managed charitable activities and are simpler to manage.
Societies are registered under the Societies Registration Act with the Registrar of Societies. Our NGO registration lawyer in Kolkata handles society registration by preparing the Memorandum of Association (MoA) with objectives, rules and regulations (R&R), filing with the Registrar, obtaining Registration Certificate, and applying for PAN. A society requires minimum 7 members. Societies are democratic (members elect the managing committee) and suitable for membership-based organizations. They offer more flexibility in management.
Section 8 Companies are registered under the Companies Act for charitable purposes. Our NGO registration lawyer in Kolkata handles Section 8 registration by obtaining DIN and DSC for directors, checking name availability, filing SPICe+ form with MoA and AoA, obtaining License under Section 8 (from Regional Director), and obtaining COI, PAN, and TAN. Section 8 Companies require minimum 2 directors and 2 members. They offer the highest credibility, can access corporate funding, and must comply with company law requirements including audit and board meetings.
Tax exemptions are crucial for NGOs. Our NGO registration lawyer in Kolkata handles registration under Section 12A (exemption of income from tax), Section 80G (donors get tax deduction on donations), and FCRA (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act — to receive foreign funds). Each registration requires application to the Income Tax Commissioner or FCRA authority. We prepare the application, file it with supporting documents, and follow up. Without these registrations, the NGO and its donors may not get tax benefits.
Our NGO registration lawyer in Kolkata provides end-to-end NGO registration services — from entity selection to registration to tax exemptions. We have helped numerous NGOs in Kolkata get registered and compliant. Contact us at +91 74398 11422.
Society for membership-based organizations. Trust for family-run charities. Section 8 for large NGOs seeking corporate funding. Our lawyer advises based on your needs.
12A exempts the NGO's income from tax. 80G allows donors to claim deduction on donations. Both are required for full tax benefits.
Trust: 1-2 weeks. Society: 2-4 weeks. Section 8: 4-6 weeks. Tax registrations (12A, 80G): 2-4 months.
No, FCRA registration is mandatory for receiving foreign contributions. Without FCRA, receiving foreign funds is illegal.
Annual return filing (with Registrar, Income Tax), audit by CA, board/management committee meetings, and maintaining proper accounts.
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