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A Section 8 Company is a non-profit organisation registered under the Companies Act, 2013 for charitable and social objectives. PROBAY™ provides complete registration and compliance support to help you start your Section 8 Company legally and smoothly.
A Section 8 Company is a company incorporated under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013, specifically for non-profit purposes. These companies are formed to promote charitable objectives and are prohibited from distributing profits among their members.
Instead, the income generated by the company must be used exclusively for promoting its social, charitable, or developmental objectives.
Section 8 Companies are considered one of the most credible legal structures for NGOs in India, as they operate under a formal corporate governance framework regulated by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA).
Because of these features, Section 8 Companies are widely used for charitable institutions, NGOs, foundations, and social organizations.
Section 8 Companies in India operate under a structured legal framework that ensures transparency and accountability in charitable activities.
Companies Act, 2013 (Section 8)
Companies (Incorporation) Rules, 2014
Notifications and circulars issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA)
SPICe+ Form for company incorporation
Income Tax Act provisions related to charitable organizations
Other applicable registrations such as 12A and 80G (if applicable)
All incorporation filings and statutory compliances are carried out electronically through the MCA portal.
Section 8 Company registration in India is suitable for organizations or individuals who want to establish a non-profit entity with structured governance and legal recognition.
For organizations planning long-term social impact initiatives, a Section 8 Company provides a credible and legally recognized framework.
Section 8 Companies can be incorporated as private or public companies, depending on the number of members and governance structure.
Certain documents are required to verify the identity of promoters and the registered office address.
Note: Additionally, documents describing the charitable objectives and proposed activities of the company are required during incorporation.
The average time required for Section 8 company registration in India is typically 10 to 15 working days, depending on:
Professional assistance can help ensure a smooth and efficient registration process.
These benefits make Section 8 Company one of the most trusted structures for NGOs and charitable organizations in India.
We help organizations build a strong legal foundation for their social and charitable initiatives.
Let PROBAY™ assist you in registering your Section 8 Company smoothly and efficiently, ensuring full compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.
Find questions and answers related to the registrations, tax filings, updates, and support.
Yes, it can earn profits, but profits must be used only for its objectives and not distributed to members.
No, there is no minimum capital requirement.
Yes, it can receive donations from individuals, corporates, and institutions.
Yes, it can take loans from banks or financial institutions.
Yes, it can receive foreign donations after obtaining FCRA registration or approval.
Yes, it can organize fundraising campaigns and events.
Yes, it can work on international projects subject to applicable laws and approvals.
Yes, it can register a trademark for its name or logo.
Yes, it can receive donations from companies and institutions.
Yes, individuals, firms, and companies can become members of a Section 8 Company.
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