Did You know? Registering your NGO as a section 8 company has many perks compared to registering as a trust or a society. Opt for this plan and let experts guide you on how to obtain the license and other registration formalities!
The key characteristics of an NGO section 8 company are:
Multiple forms need to be filed to apply for license. The most important form is eForm INC 12 (for issuance of license under section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013). This application shall be accompanied by:
Digital Signature is the only secure and authentic way that a document can be submitted electronically. All filings of e-forms on MCA Portal are required to be filed with the use of Digital Signatures by the person authorised to sign the documents.
Under the plan you can obtain 2 class II digital signatures along with E-token, having a validity of 2 years.
In case, you already have a DSC, our experts will offer you some concession accordingly on the above package
In India, NGOs can be registered as Section 8 Company, trust or society. While, Trusts and Societies are registered under State Government regulations, section 8 companies are registered under Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
Forming a section 8 company is prefered due to following reasons: Improved recognition Better legal standing. Higher credibility amongst donors, Government departments and other stakeholders. Relaxation from a number of companies act regulations
Yes, you need a minimum of two directors for a section 8 company registration.
Any individual/organization can become the member of Section 8 Company including foreigners/NRI’s.
The entire procedure is 100% online and you don’t have to be present at our office or any other office for incorporation. A scanned copy of documents has to uploaded on document vault and our experts will carry out all registration formalities for you.
The incorporation process gets completed on obtaining the license and issue of incorporation certificate under section 8 of Companies Act 2013, (earlier section 25 of Companies act 1956). The whole process of company incorporation can be closed less than 15 days. The time taken also depends on relevant documents provided by the applicant and speed of approvals from government. To ensure speedy registration, please pick a unique name for the proposed Company and make sure you have all the required documents prior to starting the registration process.
In addition to registration, a non-profit engaged in certain activities might also require special license/permission. Some of these include (but are not limited to):
Below are the charges applicable for DIN, DSC and other government forms:
In the current package, we cover upto 2 digital signatures for two directors. For two additional shareholders, you need to secure two additional digital signatures certificates. We offer digital signature certificate - Click hereto purchase digital signature
To bring in additional director, you need to secure digital signature (DSC ).
Only passport of the foreign director is required. In some countries, residency certificate will be provided. These need to be submitted for the application. Any incidental charges here is not covered in the package.
To bring in additional director, you need to secure two digital signatures (DSC)
If the individual is residing outside India at the time of the application, then he or she needs to get the PAN, Aadhaar, current address (in the country of residence), permanent address attested by Indian embassy in that country. Any incidental charges here is not covered in the package.