Society Registration
Register a Society under Societies Registration Act 1860. Minimum 7 members, ₹500–₹2,500 fee. PAN, 12A/80G, FCRA, NGO Darpan for charity purpose.
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About this service
Society Registration is a key regulatory filing administered by Registrar of Societies (RoS) of the concerned State/UT.. Filing is executed via Application for Society Registration (state-specific Form); Memorandum of Association (MoA) of society with 7+ members; Rules and Regulations (Bye-laws); affidavit by President/Secretary; list of managing committee members; Form 10A (Income-tax 12A/80G); FCRA forms if foreign contribution. under Societies Registration Act, 1860 (Central Act, with state-level amendments); state-specific Societies Registration Acts — e.g. Maharashtra Societies Registration Act, 1860 (as amended in 2012); Karnataka Societies Registration Act, 1960; Tamil Nadu Societies Registration Act, 1975; Delhi Societies Registration Act, 1860 (as extended to UT of Delhi); Telangana / AP Societies Registration Act, 2001.. Our specialist-led team ensures full compliance with statutory documentation, eligibility verification, and expedited government approval.
Eligibility & thresholds
- Minimum 7 members (persons above 18 years competent to contract). Object must be one or more of: science, literature, fine arts, dissemination of useful knowledge, foundation/maintenance of libraries, public museums, galleries, charitable purposes (Section 1A of Societies Act, 1860 — expanded by state amendments). Foreign nationals and partnership firms cannot be members (state-specific).
- For-profit business activity cannot be the primary object. Members must be individuals (firms/companies cannot be members — only as "associate members" without voting rights). A society cannot distribute profits to members — surplus must be applied to objects (Section 14 read with model bye-laws).
- Adherence to governing Act
- Transparent statutory fee schedule
- Mandatory periodic audit disclosures
What's included
Everything in one transparent fee — no add-ons, no surprises.
Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. All figures verified as of 25 August 2026.
| Fee Component | Amount (₹) | Basis / Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Registration fee | state-specific — Maharashtra ₹1,000–₹2,500 (based on activity and members); Delhi ₹50 (old Act — practically ₹1,000 with form fee); Karnataka ₹1,000; Tamil Nadu ₹1,000. | |
| Stamp duty on MoA | state-specific — typically ₹500–₹1,000. | |
| PAN | ₹107. | |
| 12A/80G application | ₹2,000 each. | |
| FCRA | ₹1,500. | |
| Total Government Fee | ₹1,000 - ₹5,000 | (for default assumptions stated below) |
Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. Verified 25 August 2026.
Required documents
Each list identifies exactly what to provide — and what you do not need to submit. Use the accordions to expand.
- ›MoA of society — on stamp paper state-specific value (typically ₹500–₹1,000) — Identity and statutory verification
- ›Rules and Regulations (Bye-laws) — Identity and statutory verification
- ›List of managing committee members with designation — Identity and statutory verification
- ›PAN and Aadhaar of all members — Identity and statutory verification
- ›Address proof and photos — Identity and statutory verification
- ›Registered office address proof — utility bill ≤2 months — Identity and statutory verification
- ›NOC from owner — Identity and statutory verification
- ›Rent agreement if rented — Identity and statutory verification
- ›Affidavit sworn before Notary/Magistrate by President or Secretary — Identity and statutory verification
- ›Authority letter for filing (if filed through professional) — Identity and statutory verification
How it works
Each step is labelled with who performs it — Customer, I-Pro, or the Regulator. Form names are linked to the official portal.
- 1Customer⏱ 1-2 Days
Decide 7+ members, name, objects, registered off...
Decide 7+ members, name, objects, registered office. - 2I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
Draft MoA of society per Section 2 of Societies ...
Draft MoA of society per Section 2 of Societies Act; draft Rules and Regulations. - 3Customer⏱ 1-2 Days
Purchase stamp paper; sign MoA in presence of wi...
Purchase stamp paper; sign MoA in presence of witnesses; notarise. - 4Customer⏱ 1-2 Days
Hold first general body meeting — elect Presiden...
Hold first general body meeting — elect President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer (managing committee). - 5I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
File application with Registrar of Societies — a...
File application with Registrar of Societies — along with MoA, Rules, list of committee, affidavits, KYC of members, registered office proof. - 6I-Pro⏱ typically 30–60 days
Scrutiny (typically 30–60 days) — issues Certifi...
Scrutiny (typically 30–60 days) — issues Certificate of Registration (Society Registration Certificate). - 7I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
Apply for PAN of society (Form 49A — Trust/NGO/S...
Apply for PAN of society (Form 49A — Trust/NGO/Society category). - 8I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
Apply for NGO Darpan (Niti Aayog) — free....
Apply for NGO Darpan (Niti Aayog) — free. - 9I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
Apply for 12A/80G (Form 10A) — Income-tax Depart...
Apply for 12A/80G (Form 10A) — Income-tax Department — fee ₹2,000. - 10I-Pro⏱ 1-2 Days
Apply for FCRA registration — Form FC-3A — fee ₹...
Apply for FCRA registration — Form FC-3A — fee ₹1,500.
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