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Section 8 Company Registration in India 🏛️
A Section 8 Company is a non-profit organization formed to promote charity, education, science, art, sports, and social welfare. The profits are used to support these causes and are not distributed among members.
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What is a Section 8 Company? – Companies Act, 2013 📜
Under the Companies Act, 2013, a Section 8 Company is formed with the intent of promoting fields like commerce, art, education, research, charity, or environmental protection. These companies reinvest their profits to fulfill their objectives and do not pay dividends to members.
Key Features ✅
- Registered under the Companies Act, 2013
- Profits used for charitable causes only
- Requires at least 2 directors
- No minimum paid-up capital
- Strict compliance enhances credibility
- Changes to MoA/AoA need government approval
Benefits of Registering a Section 8 Company 🌟
- 💰 100% Tax Exemption under Section 12AA
- 🧾 80G Benefit for donors (tax deduction)
- 🏢 Separate Legal Entity & limited liability
- 🔒 No “Private” or “Limited” in company name
- 💼 No minimum capital required
- 📈 Improved credibility with stakeholders
Who Can Form a Section 8 Company?
- Any Indian citizen or HUF
- At least one director
- Must have a charitable or social welfare objective
Legal Requirements
Category | Requirement |
Minimum Directors | 2 (Private) / 3 (Public) |
Members Limit | 200 for Private Company; No limit for Public |
Capital | No minimum capital required |
Name Usage | No need to add “Private Limited” or “Limited” |
Objectives | Must be non-profit / charitable |
Documents Required 📄
- MoA and AoA
- Declaration by Directors/Subscribers
- Office address proof (utility bill)
- ID and address proof
- Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
- INC-3 (Nominee Consent)
- Board resolution (if applicable)
Incorporation Process 🔧
- Get DSC for directors
- Apply DIN (Director Identification Number)
- Reserve Company Name (Form INC-1)
- Submit Incorporation Form INC-32 with MoA & AoA
- Apply for License (Form INC-12)
- Receive Certificate of Incorporation (Form INC-16)
Donations & Funding 💸
- Can accept domestic donations
- Foreign donations allowed after FCRA registration (after 3 years or with prior approval)
- Raise equity funding at premium
- Must maintain strict compliance to avoid misuse
Tax Exemptions: Section 12AA & 80G
- 🔐 12AA: Income is tax-exempt if used for charitable activities
- 🧾 80G: Donors can claim deductions, encouraging more support
📢 Note: 80G registration is valid till March 2025. Renewal is required to retain benefits for FY 2025–26.
Why IndiaFills.com? 🤝
- Trusted compliance partner
- End-to-end guidance and fast processing
- Assistance with 12AA & 80G
- Smooth online documentation & support
📞 Get in touch with IndiaFills.com today to begin your Section 8 Company registration journey and contribute to a meaningful cause!
