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Section 8 Non-Profit Company

Incorporate a Section 8 Non-Profit Company with Central MCA license, pan-India operational jurisdiction, and eligibility for 12AB, 80G & CSR grants.

Duration: 12-15 Working Days Processing: 12-15 Days 100% Online Filing
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₹13,049 + Govt. Fee ₹19,574 Save 33%
+ 18% GST applicable | Statutory Govt. Fee guided as applicable
Plan Deliverables
2-4 Working Days
  • Everything in Basic Package
  • Priority Fast-Track Queue Processing
  • Direct Phone Consultation with Senior Specialist
  • Drafting of Mandatory Affidavits & Resolutions

Comprehensive Overview

Regulatory & Statutory Guide

A Section 8 Company is a premier non-profit corporate entity incorporated under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013 under a special license granted by the Central Government through the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). It is established exclusively for promoting commerce, art, science, sports, education, research, social welfare, religion, charity, environmental protection, or other beneficial public objectives.

Crucial Distinctions of a Section 8 Company:

  1. Reinvestment of Income: All profits, donations, and surpluses must be applied exclusively towards promoting the charitable objectives of the company. Payment of dividends or bonus shares to members is strictly prohibited by law.
  2. Unmatched Institutional Credibility: While regional trusts and societies operate under state-level jurisdictions with varying local rules, Section 8 companies operate under Central MCA oversight. Consequently, corporate donors, CSR committees, international NGOs, and central ministries strongly prefer Section 8 entities for CSR grants under Section 135 of the Companies Act.
  3. Exemption from 'Limited' in Name: By virtue of the Central Government license, Section 8 companies are legally exempt from adding 'Limited' or 'Private Limited' to their registered business name, allowing names like 'Foundation', 'Forum', 'Association', or 'Council'.
  4. Income Tax Exemptions (Section 12AB & 80G): Section 8 entities are eligible to obtain Section 12AB registrations (exempting the NGO's income and donations from income tax) and Section 80G certificates (granting corporate and individual donors a 50% income tax deduction on their contributions).
  5. Nationwide Pan-India Operations: A Section 8 company can operate chapters and conduct charitable activities across all 28 states and 8 union territories of India without requiring separate state-level registrations.

Mandatory Compliance & Governance:

  • Minimum of 2 directors and 2 members.
  • Transparent accounting with annual statutory audit by an independent Chartered Accountant.
  • Faster clearance track for Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) approvals from the Ministry of Home Affairs.

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Essential 3-5 Working Days
Basic Package
₹8,999 + Govt. Fee ₹14,398
+ 18% GST Applicable (Standard Invoicing)
What's Included:
  • Core Government Application Preparation
  • Document Verification by Compliance Officer
  • Government Application Reference / Acknowledgment
  • Email & Customer Dashboard Status Updates
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Most Popular 2-4 Working Days
Standard Package
₹13,049 + Govt. Fee ₹19,574
+ 18% GST Applicable (Standard Invoicing)
What's Included:
  • Everything in Basic Package
  • Priority Fast-Track Queue Processing
  • Direct Phone Consultation with Senior Specialist
  • Drafting of Mandatory Affidavits & Resolutions
  • Official Final Registration Dossier Pack
Enterprise 1-3 Working Days
Premium All-Inclusive
₹18,898 + Govt. Fee ₹28,347
+ 18% GST Applicable (Standard Invoicing)
What's Included:
  • Everything in Standard Package
  • Express 24-Hour Review Turnaround
  • Dedicated Account Manager Assigned
  • 1 Year Document Archive & Re-download Vault
  • Free Annual Compliance Review Session

State-Wise MCA Govt. Fee & Stamp Duty Calculator

Transparent estimate of Central Ministry (MCA) portal fees and State Stamp Duties for your incorporation.

Zero MCA Fee Up to ₹15 Lakhs Capital
Central MCA SPICe+ Fee
₹0
Exempted (≤ ₹15L)
State MoA & AoA Stamp
₹2,000
Bihar Schedule
PAN & TAN Statutory Fee
₹131
NSDL Fixed Challan
Professional Advisory
₹13,049
Includes 2 DSCs & COI
Total Estimated Statutory + Professional Investment:
₹7,130
Excludes applicable 18% GST on professional advisory fee
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Comparative Analysis Current Regulatory Standards (India)

Non-Profit Entity Comparison: Section 8 Company vs Public Trust vs Society

Comparing institutional credibility, state vs central jurisdiction, and donation tax benefits.

Key Feature / Parameter
Section 8 Company
Current Service
Public Charitable Trust
Society Registration
Governing Authority Central Government (MCA under Companies Act 2013) State Charity Commissioner / Sub-Registrar State Registrar of Societies
Territorial Jurisdiction Pan-India (Can operate across all Indian states) State-specific (Varies by registration state) State-specific (Requires multi-state approval)
Minimum Promoters / Trustees Minimum 2 Directors / Members Minimum 2 Trustees Minimum 7 Members (from different states for national)
Use of "Limited" / "Private Limited" Exempted under Section 8 MCA license Not Applicable Not Applicable
Institutional CSR & Donor Credibility Highest (Preferred by corporates for CSR grants) Moderate (Subject to local deed terms) Moderate (Often viewed as association-based)
FCRA (Foreign Funding) Approvals Faster processing due to strict MCA reporting Standard MHA verification Standard MHA verification
Tax Exemptions (12A & 80G) Eligible for full Section 12AB & 80G approvals Eligible under Income Tax Act Eligible under Income Tax Act
Dissolution & Asset Transfer Assets can only transfer to another Section 8 entity Assets transfer to similar trust Assets transfer to another society
Strategic Insights & Differences:
  • Section 8 Company enjoys the highest credibility among institutional donors, CSR foundations, and foreign funding partners.
  • Registered with the Central Government (MCA), it eliminates state-level bureaucratic bottlenecks and operates seamlessly across all states.
  • Donors receive 50% tax deductions when your Section 8 company obtains Section 80G certification from the Income Tax Department.

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