Choose the structure
- Section 8 company, public charitable trust or society
- Comparison for your funding plans and governance
- Name and objects drafted for registration
NGO setup · Bengaluru
Set up your NGO or Section 8 company
Structure advice, registration, income-tax registration, donor deduction approval and CSR-1, handled end to end.
- Section 8, trust or society
- Tax and CSR registrations
- Updates on WhatsApp
What is included
NGO setup, start to finish
Register the entity
- Section 8 licence and incorporation with MCA
- Or trust deed or Karnataka society registration
- PAN, TAN and bank account documents
Tax and CSR registrations
- Income-tax registration (section 332, Income-tax Act 2025, formerly 12A/12AB)
- Donor deduction approval (section 354, formerly 80G)
- CSR-1 registration to receive CSR funds
Compare
Which structure suits you?
| Section 8 company | Trust | Society | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum people | 2 directors, 2 members | Usually 2+ trustees | 7+ members |
| Registered with | MCA, with Section 8 licence | Sub-Registrar | District Registrar of Societies |
| Compliance | Highest | Lowest | Medium |
| Best for | CSR and institutional funding | Small group, single cause | Membership organisations |
Questions
NGO setup questions
Can we receive CSR funds immediately?
CSR-1 registration depends on the NGO's tax registrations and track record. We map out the sequence and timeline at the start.
Do we need FCRA?
Only if you plan to accept foreign contributions. FCRA registration has its own eligibility conditions.
Who will be the directors or trustees?
Any adults you choose, subject to the minimums above. For a Section 8 company each director needs a DIN and digital signature, which we arrange.