80G & 12A Registration

80G & 12A Registration

Grants, CSR funding, and tax-exempt donations are the fuel that keeps most NGOs running. But to receive them smoothly, your trust, society, or Section 8 company needs 12A and 80G registration. These approvals from the Income Tax Department build credibility and allow donors to claim tax deductions — which makes fundraising easier and more sustainable.

What is 12A Registration?

12A gives your NGO income tax exemption on surplus, donations, grants, and other eligible receipts. Without it, your organization may be taxed like a regular business.

What is 80G Registration?

80G allows donors — individuals, companies, firms — to claim tax deductions on donations made to your NGO. It increases donor confidence and encourages long-term support.

Most well-funded NGOs have both.

Why NGOs need 80G & 12A

• Tax exemption on income and donations

• Better eligibility for CSR grants and institutional funding

• Higher donor confidence and transparency

• Mandatory in most due diligence processes

• Stronger regulatory and compliance reputation

Who can apply?

• Public charitable trusts

• Registered societies

• Section 8 companies

• Approved NGOs working for social welfare

Religious or private benefit entities may have restrictions.

What we help with

• Eligibility review and compliance check

• Drafting objects, financial notes, and activity reports

• Completing Form 10A/10AB and filing with Income Tax

• Liaison, clarifications, and hearing support

• Assistance with renewals, modifications, and ongoing compliance

• Guidance on record keeping and utilization reporting

Documents generally required

• Trust Deed / MoA, AoA, and registration certificate

• PAN of organization and key persons

• Board resolution/authorization

• Financial statements and activity reports

• Bank statements, donation records (if any)

• Details of trustees/directors, contact information

• CSR-1 (if already registered)

Requirements may vary based on NGO age and structure.

Our process

1. Understand activities, governing documents, and funding plans

2. Review compliance and prepare documentation

3. File application online with supporting annexures

4. Respond to Income Tax queries, if raised

5. Receive registration order and guide next steps