Society Registration

Register your society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860

Society Registration

What is a Society?

A society is an association of individuals united for a common charitable, literary, scientific, or social purpose. In India, societies are governed by the Societies Registration Act, 1860, a central legislation that provides a legal framework for the registration and operation of societies. A registered society acquires a distinct legal identity, can own property, sue or be sued, and is eligible for income‑tax exemptions under Sections 12A and 80G of the Income Tax Act.

Key Features

  • Minimum seven members required to form a society (can include both Indian and foreign nationals).
  • Governed by a managing committee elected by the general body.
  • Registration under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 (state amendments may apply).
  • Separate legal entity with perpetual succession.
  • Eligible for 12A and 80G tax benefits.

Documents Required

  • Memorandum of Association (MOA) detailing the society’s name, address, and objectives.
  • Rules & Regulations (bye‑laws) governing the internal management.
  • Affidavit from the president or secretary confirming compliance.
  • Identity and address proof of all founding members (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID).
  • Registered office address proof (rent agreement, NOC from landlord, or utility bill).

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Society Registration Process

A streamlined approach to register your society within the legal framework.

1. Documentation

We draft the Memorandum of Association and Rules & Regulations tailored to your objectives. All member documents are compiled.

2. Submission to Registrar

The application, along with the requisite affidavits and fees, is submitted to the jurisdictional Registrar of Societies.

3. Verification & Approval

The registrar scrutinises the documents and may call for clarifications. Once satisfied, the society is registered and a certificate is issued.

4. Post‑Registration Compliance

We assist in obtaining PAN, TAN, and filing applications for 12A and 80G exemptions to make your society tax‑compliant.