Services · Society / Trust Registration
Society & Trust Registration
Register a charitable society or trust — deed drafting, documentation and filing
From from ₹9,999/-*
+ 18% GST · no lock-in
A society or trust is the traditional structure for charitable and religious organisations in India — simpler to run than a company, and well suited to community, education and welfare work.
We help you pick the right structure, draft a watertight trust deed or society memorandum, and complete registration with the registrar at a fixed professional fee.
Society vs trust
A trust is created by a trust deed and managed by trustees — it is straightforward to set up and works well for a defined charitable or religious purpose. A society is formed by a group of members under the Societies Registration Act with an elected governing body, which suits larger, membership-driven organisations.
Both are recognised NGO structures and both can go on to obtain 12A and 80G registration for tax benefits. The right choice depends on your size, governance style and the state you operate in.
Who should choose a society or trust
- Founders of a focused charitable or religious trust.
- Membership-based groups in education, culture, sports or welfare.
- Families setting up a private or public charitable trust.
- NGOs that prefer a simpler structure than a Section 8 company.
What's included
- Drafting of trust deed or society memorandum and rules
- Documentation for all trustees / society members
- Filing and registration with the registrar / sub-registrar
- Guidance on stamp duty and registered office proof
- Handover of the registered deed / certificate
How we work
01
Structure & objects
We help you choose between a society and a trust and finalise your charitable objects.
02
Drafting
We draft the trust deed or society memorandum and rules tailored to your objects.
03
Documentation
We prepare documentation for all trustees or members and the registered office.
04
Registration
We file with the registrar and deliver your registered deed or society certificate.
Documents we need
- PAN and Aadhaar of all trustees / members
- Passport-size photographs
- Proof of registered office (rent agreement / utility bill / NOC)
- Proposed name and charitable objects
Frequently asked
Should I register a society or a trust?+
A trust is simpler and suits a small group with a fixed charitable purpose, while a society suits a larger membership-based organisation with democratic governance. We advise on the best fit for your objects and state.
Can a society or trust get 12A and 80G?+
Yes. Once registered, a society or trust can apply for 12A and 80G to claim income-tax exemption and offer donors deductions. We handle that as a separate service.
Are your fees inclusive of stamp duty?+
No. Our fee covers professional drafting and filing; stamp duty and registrar fees vary by state and are charged extra.
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- Section 8 CompanyRegister a not-for-profit Section 8 company — MCA licence, DSC, DIN and MOA/AOA
- 12A & 80G RegistrationIncome-tax exemption and donor deductions for your NGO or trust
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