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Society Registration
Package Inclusions:
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Consultation by Experts
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Document Preparation
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Application Filing
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Follow Up with Department
CA/CS-guided review
Your documents and structure are checked before anything is filed.
Written scope first
Inclusions and payable charges are explained before work begins.
Support till it’s done
One team owns your filing, from the first call to the final handover.
Plans from ₹7,999
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Fees
Fees and packages for Society Registration
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Starter
₹7,999
What’s included
- MOA + rules and bylaws drafted for your society
- Filing with the registrar of societies
- Registration certificate
- PAN applied for the society
- 12A application guidance
- Minimum 7 members documentation sorted
Growth
₹12,999
What’s included
- Everything in Starter
- 80G registration filed
- DARPAN (NITI Aayog) registration completed
- Managing committee resolution formats
- First-year society compliance calendar
Scale
₹19,999
What’s included
- Everything in Growth
- FCRA eligibility review
- 1-year compliance support
- Annual general meeting documentation
Done right, or your money back.
If our experts find your requirement can't be fulfilled as scoped, you get a full refund of the professional fee — no questions, no fine print. Government charges already paid are pass-through and go to the government, not us.
Every quote shows the professional fee, government charges and taxes as separate lines — you approve the full breakup in writing before paying anything.
Stamp duty, filing fees and department charges go to the government, not to us. They vary by state, capital and applicant count, so we show them separately for your case.
The free consultation comes first. You only pay after you have seen the exact scope, the exact breakup and the expected timeline — no surprises later.
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Free consultation. Tell us what you need; a CA, CS or advocate maps the exact scope.
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Written quote. You receive the plan, the line-by-line breakup and the timeline in writing.
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You approve, then pay. Work starts only after you sign off on the quote.
Society Registration Package Inclusions
- Memorandum and bye-laws drafting
- 7-member documentation and consent compilation
- Registration with the Registrar of Societies
- PAN application for the society
- Registration certificate with compliance checklist
You know exactly which filings, documents and handover items belong to your selected plan.
Capital, stamp duty, applicant count and case-specific government charges are shown separately.
Choose the tier around the way you plan to operate, not simply the highest price.
Overview
What is Society Registration??
Society is one of the best forms of NGO. Society is an organized group of people who have come together with mutual consent for a common purpose or activity. Normally, Society is formed for advancement of charitable purpose related to education, religion, sports, art, music, poverty relief, etc. Societies in India are governed by the Societies Registration Act, 1860. The main purpose behind society registration is development of society and not to make money or earn profit. It takes minimum 30-45 days to register a Society.
Minimum seven members are required at the time of registration of a state level Society. The name of the society should not be similar or identical to another registered society. Further, it should not suggest patronage of the central or state government, and should not violate the rules mentioned in the Emblems and Names Act, 1950. The application to form a society must be submitted to the registrar where the registered office of Society is to be situated.
2 Types of Society:
National Level Society: For national level society, 8 people are required from different states. It can perform in whole India.
State Level Society: For State level society, 7 people are required from same state and working jurisdiction is within the state only.
The Memorandum of the Society and the Rules and Regulations of the Society must be finalized and signed by each of the founding members, witnessed by an Oath Commissioner/1st Class Magistrate with their official stamp and complete address. The members of a charitable society are not paid for their services until the society memorandum specially allows such payment for the services provided.
Society is required to have a minim of 7 managing committee members with no upper limit. The Bboard of management is the governing body and they can form policies or guidelines for the society. The society can allow its beneficiaries to form committees among themselves for effective running and smooth functioning. Society is a preferred form of NGO as compared to a Trust for the purpose of CSR.
Benefits
Advantages
Open each benefit to see what it means for you.
Separate Legal Entity
A registered society is a separate legal entity. That means it is an independent juristic person and can own or sell property in its name. It can borrow money or enter into a contract in its own name.
Limited Liability
It gives the limited Liability to the members of the society. The members of the Society are not personally liable for any loss/debt/obligations of the Society.
Perpetual
A Society is perpetual. Any change in managing members does not affect the existence and day to day working of society.
Tax Exemptions
A Registered society is eligible to receive 12A Certification from the IT department and avail various tax benefits laid down for all non-profit organizations.
Litigation
Every society is a Legal entity, separate from its members it is capable of filing suits against any person or member. Similarly, the suits can also be filed against the society.
Documents
Documents required for Society Registration
Clear, current documents matter more than a long checklist. Names, dates of birth and addresses should match across every record — that's what the MCA checks first. Tick what you already have below.
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Proof for all founding members
Verified against MCA requirements
Society office and constitution proof
Verified against MCA requirements
What is a CIN?
Every Private Limited Company gets a unique 21-character Corporate Identification Number from the MCA. It's proof your company legally exists. You'll need it for bank accounts, tax filings, and contracts. We handle the entire application — you just provide the documents above.
Not sure if your documents are ready?
Send us what you have. A ComplyKart expert will review them for free and tell you exactly what's missing — no obligation.
Get Free Document ReviewQuestions Founders ask us about documents
What if my address proof is old?
Utility bills and bank statements must be less than 2 months old. If yours are older, get a fresh copy — the MCA rejects stale proofs.
Do I need original documents?
No. Clear scans or photos work for the entire process. We never ask you to courier originals.
What if directors live in different cities?
That's normal. Each director uploads their own documents separately. Our system keeps everything organised.
I'm outside India. Can I still register a company?
Yes. India allows 100% foreign ownership in most sectors, and the entire process happens online. You need one Indian resident director, and your passport + address proof must be apostilled — we'll guide you through both. NRI founders and foreign investors do this with us regularly.
Check if you're eligible →How long does registration actually take?
7 to 10 working days from the day your documents are verified. Name approval takes 2-3 days, MCA incorporation another 5-7. We track every stage and update you.
Can I start if I'm missing one document?
Yes. Start now with what you have — we begin name reservation and DSC while you arrange the rest. Most founders are missing one proof; it rarely blocks the timeline.
Process
Society Registration process — step by step
You’ll see each stage, what’s pending and what we need from you — so filings don’t bounce back.
Step 1 of 6
Check eligibility
Under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 (with state amendments), you need a minimum of 7 members to form a society. They come together for a common purpose — literary, scientific, charitable, educational or similar.
Finalize the name and objects
We help you pick a name that is distinct from existing registered societies in your state, and draft clear objects. A vague objects clause is the most common reason applications get queries.
Draft the MOA and Rules & Regulations
The Memorandum of Association and the Rules & Regulations are the society's constitution — they cover membership, general body meetings, office bearers, accounts and dissolution. We draft both to your state's format.
Apply to the Registrar of Societies
We file the application with the Registrar of Societies of your state, with the MOA, rules, member details and office proof. Each state has its own forms and stamp requirements.
Receive the registration certificate
On approval, the Registrar issues the certificate of registration. The society then becomes a legal entity that can hold property, open bank accounts and sue or be sued in its own name.
Get PAN and tax registrations
We apply for the society's PAN, and then 12A and 80G registrations with the Income Tax Department if you plan to accept donations — these give the society tax exemption and donors tax deduction.
Why ComplyKart
How ComplyKart helps in this Entire Process
You should know who’s doing what. Open a stage to see how the work is shared.
Consulting
We have Expert NGO Consultants who will provide you the best consulting on registration process and post registration co...
Client’s growth
Our services are aimed at achieving growth for clients. We provide necessary guidance for understanding the Registration...
Competence is our strength
We make every effort to stay updated with the rules and regulations by government. This enables us to deal with client’s...
Always there for you
The assurance of a dedicated workforce including support staff and managers can be a promising factor in the Registratio...
Follow-Up
We get through all queries by registrar and solve it with all Legal Compliances.
Consulting: We have Expert NGO Consultants who will provide you the best consulting on registration process and post registration compliances.
For NRI founders & foreign investors
If a founder or investor is outside India
You don't need to fly down. Most of our foreign-founder incorporations are completed without the founder ever visiting India — 100% foreign ownership is allowed in most sectors, and the entire process happens online.
Before you start
- 100% foreign ownership is allowed in most sectors — no Indian partner needed
- One Indian resident director is required by law — we help you find a compliant way forward
- Check whether your sector permits automatic-route foreign investment
- Your passport + address proof need an apostille, not an embassy visit
- Map ownership, beneficial ownership and pricing early
After incorporation
- Receive funds through permitted banking channels
- Complete RBI/FEMA reporting (FC-GPR, FLA) and keep the bank evidence
- Coordinate tax and ongoing compliance advice early
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Last verified: 6 October 2026
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