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Trust Registration

Trust Registration

Many social, charitable, spiritual, and community-driven initiatives in India operate through a trust. It’s simple to form, easy to manage, and widely accepted for donations, grants, and public benefit activities. Proper registration gives your trust legal identity, governance clarity, and long-term continuity.

What is a Trust?

A trust is a legal entity created when the author/settlor transfers property or funds to trustees, who manage it for charitable, religious, educational, medical, or social welfare purposes. It operates under the Indian Trusts Act (private trusts) or respective State Public Trust Acts.

Why register a Trust?

  • Legal recognition and structured governance

  • Eligibility for donations, CSR contributions, and grants

  • Ability to open bank accounts and hold property

  • More credibility with beneficiaries, donors, and authorities

  • Foundation for 12A, 80G, and FCRA exemptions (if needed later)

Types of Trusts

  • Public Charitable Trust – for social and community welfare

  • Private Trust – for family or individual beneficiaries

Most NGOs operate as public charitable trusts.

Who can form a Trust?

  • Individuals, families, NGOs, or organizations

  • Indian citizens and, in most cases, NRIs

  • Minimum: 2 trustees (state rules may vary)

There’s no upper limit on trustees.

What we assist with

  • Advisory on trust structure, objects, and governance

  • Drafting Trust Deed and supporting documents

  • Selecting name and jurisdiction

  • Registration with Sub-Registrar / Charity Commissioner

  • PAN application and bank account assistance

  • Post-registration guidance: 12A, 80G, CSR, FCRA (if required)

Documents generally required

  • PAN and Aadhaar/passport of settlor and trustees

  • Address proof and photographs

  • Name and address of the trust

  • Trustee consent and occupation details

  • Registered office proof: rent agreement/ownership & utility bill

  • Trust objectives and proposed activities

(Some states may ask for additional declarations.)

Our process

  1. Understand purpose, trustees, and planned activities

  2. Draft Trust Deed, including objects and trustee powers

  3. Collect KYC and office documents

  4. Execute deed and register before Sub-Registrar/Charity Commissioner

  5. Apply for PAN and operational setup

  6. Guide next-step registrations and compliance

Frequently Asked Questions

Typically 1–3 weeks, depending on state and documentation.

Yes, for professional services, but not profit distribution.

 

Yes — accounts, audit (in many states), and state filings where applicable.

 

No. They require separate applications to the Income Tax Department.

 

Yes, once registered with PAN and bank account.