Overview
12A registration exempts your NGO's income from tax; 80G lets your donors claim deductions - both are essential for serious fundraising and CSR money.
Who needs this
- Trusts, societies and Section 8 companies
- New NGOs (provisional) and existing ones (regular)
Documents you will need
- Trust deed / society registration certificate
- NGO PAN
- Activity report of the last 3 years (or since formation)
- Bank statements
- Trustee/member details
Final list is confirmed by our team on WhatsApp before filing - some cases need an extra document.
How it works
- 1
Share deed/certificate, PAN and activity details
- 2
Application filed on the income tax portal
- 3
Queries answered with documentation
- 4
Registration orders received
Timeline & fees
Typical timelineUsually 3-6 months (department-dependent).
FeesExact charges depend on your case and current government fees - we confirm the full amount on WhatsApp before starting any work. No hidden charges.
FAQs
Which should I take first?
Both are filed together - and Darpan registration first makes the process smoother.