Section 8 Company Registration

  • Operates as a non-profit organization
  • Separate legal entity with high credibility
  • Profits used only for charitable objectives
  • Regulated by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA)
  • Eligible for tax benefits (12A & 80G)
  • Higher transparency & compliance
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What is a Section 8 Company?

A Section 8 Company is a non-profit organization registered under the Companies Act, 2013, formed to promote charitable, educational, social, religious, scientific, or cultural objectives.
The profits earned are reinvested for social causes and not distributed among members.

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Eligibility Criteria for Section 8 Company

  • Minimum 2 directors required

  • At least 2 shareholders

  • Indian or foreign nationals allowed
  • Registered office address in India
  • Non-profit objectives only

Benefits of Section 8 Company

  • High credibility & trust

  • Separate legal identity

  • Limited liability protection

  • Eligible for government grants & CSR funding
  • Tax exemptions under 12A & 80G
  • Perpetual existence

Documents Required for Section 8 Company

  • PAN & Aadhaar of directors

  • Passport-size photographs

  • Address proof of directors

  • Registered office address proof

  • Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)

  • Director Identification Number (DIN)

  • MOA & AOA (charitable objectives)

Section 8 Company Registration Process

  1. Obtain DSC & DIN

  2. Name approval through MCA

  3. Draft MOA & AOA

  4. Apply for Section 8 License

  5. File incorporation application

  6. Certificate of Incorporation issued

Post-Registration Compliances

Annual ROC filings

Income Tax Return filing

Apply for 12A & 80G

Maintain proper books of accounts

FAQs on Startup Registration in Questions

No, profits must be used only for charitable purposes.

 

Yes, for large-scale operations due to higher credibility and governance.