Society Registration

What is a Society?

A society is a group of individuals who come together for a common purpose such as charitable, educational, cultural, religious, or social welfare activities. Society registration in India is governed by the Societies Registration Act, 1860, ensuring legal recognition and smooth operations.

Society registration is crucial for obtaining legal status, tax exemptions, and credibility. It allows societies to operate efficiently and raise funds legally.

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Types of Society Registration

State-Level Society Registration

Registered under respective state laws.
Governed by the Registrar of Societies of the particular state.
Operates within state boundaries.

Charitable Society Registration

Registered for charitable and social welfare activities.
Eligible for tax exemptions under Section 12A and 80G of the Income Tax Act.

National-Level Society Registration

Registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860, with the central authority.
Can operate across India.
Suitable for large-scale organizations.

Educational Society Registration

For societies running schools, colleges, and educational institutions.
Helps in obtaining government grants and recognition.

Benefits of Society Registration

Legal Recognition: Gives a legal identity to the society.
Tax Exemptions: Eligible for 80G and 12A exemptions under the Income Tax Act.
Credibility: Builds trust among donors, government authorities, and the public.
Perpetual Existence: The society continues to exist even if members change.
Ability to Open Bank Accounts: A registered society can have a bank account in its name.

Society Registration Process in India

Step-by-step society registration process for NGOs, non-profit organizations, and community groups in India. Detailed guidance on legal procedures, required documentation, and compliance for successful society registration. Get expert support for a smooth and hassle-free society registration experience.

Step 1: Choose a Unique Name

The society’s name should not be identical to any existing registered society or government organization.
Check name availability with the Registrar of Societies.

Step 2: Prepare the Memorandum of Association (MOA) & Rules

The MOA should include the objectives, names of founding members, and registered address.
The Rules & Regulations should outline the working structure, membership details, meetings, and dissolution process.

Step 3: Gather Required Documents

Memorandum of Association (MOA)
Rules & Regulations of the society
Address proof of the registered office
Identity proofs of all members (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the property owner (if applicable)
Covering letter requesting registration
Declaration by the president of the society

Step 4: File for Registration

Submit the application and documents to the Registrar of Societies.
Pay the required registration fee (varies by state).

Step 5: Verification and Approval

The Registrar verifies the documents and ensures compliance with the Act.
If all documents are correct, the society is registered, and a registration certificate is issued.

Timeline for Society Registration

15-30 days (varies by state and document submission accuracy).

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Tax Exemptions for Registered Societies

A registered society can avail tax benefits under the Income Tax Act:

Section 12A: Exemption from paying income tax.
Section 80G: Donors get tax deductions on donations.
GST Exemptions: Societies engaged in charitable work may be exempt from GST.

Renewal & Compliance for Societies

Annual filing of accounts and records is mandatory.
Renewal is not required, as societies are registered for a lifetime unless dissolved.
Any changes in rules, name, or members must be reported to the Registrar.