NGO Registration — choose right structure (Trust under Trusts Act 1882 / Society under SRA 1860 / Section 8 Company under Companies Act 2013) + Section 12A/12AB (income tax exemption) + Section 80G (donor 50% deduction).
NGO Registration — choose right structure (Trust under Trusts Act 1882 / Society under SRA 1860 / Section 8 Company under Companies Act 2013) + Section 12A/12AB (income tax exemption) + Section 80G (donor 50% deduction). FCRA roadmap for foreign donations. CSR-1 for corporate CSR receipts. Multi-stage process with senior counsel advisory throughout.
NGO Registration in Prayagraj is a critical service for individuals, entrepreneurs, and enterprises operating in Uttar Pradesh. At Nyaya Grah, we deliver this service under the direct supervision of senior counsel — never juniors masquerading — with complete process transparency and a binding money-back guarantee.
Prayagraj, with its 18L+ active businesses and ₹22L+ economic footprint, demands legal infrastructure that is both fast and accurate. Uttar Pradesh's jurisdictional nuances — including a stamp duty of 7% and ₹2,500/yr professional tax — require local expertise that our team brings to every engagement.
Whether you are filing your first application, navigating a complex matter, or seeking specialist counsel, our practice in Prayagraj ensures every submission carries the imprimatur of seasoned review. We handle the regulatory machinery — you focus on your business.
Everything required to complete your NGO Registration in Prayagraj — bundled into a single fixed fee.
A structured four-step process designed to be transparent, predictable, and accountable at every stage.
Free 30-min consultation with senior partner. Clear quote, timeline, document checklist.
Day 0Signed engagement letter with fixed fee. Document collection begins.
Day 1Deed / MOA drafting on stamp paper, witnesses, Sub-Registrar / MCA filing. Certificate procurement.
Day 2-7Registration certificate + PAN + bank account intro + 12A/80G application roadmap.
FinalA typical checklist. Our team will customize this list during the consultation based on your specific case.
Jurisdictional details relevant to your NGO Registration in Prayagraj.
Fixed professional fees. Government charges quoted separately and disclosed in the engagement letter.
| Component | What's Included | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| NGO Registration · Professional FeesSenior counsel · End-to-end service | All work above | ₹14999Fixed |
| Government FeesAuthority charges, filing fees | Pass-through | At ActualsReceipts shared |
| Stamp Duty (if applicable)Uttar Pradesh rate: 7% | As per state | At ActualsQuoted upfront |
| GST on Professional Fees18% as per Indian GST | Statutory | 18%On professional fee |
All fees are disclosed in writing on the engagement letter before commencement. Money-back guarantee if we miss the quoted timeline.
Answers to questions most often posed by our clients in Uttar Pradesh.
Our professional fee for NGO Registration in Prayagraj starts at ₹14999, all-inclusive. Government fees, stamp duty (7% in Uttar Pradesh), and 18% GST are billed separately at actuals. The complete fee breakdown is disclosed in writing on the engagement letter before work begins.
The standard timeline for NGO Registration is 7-10 working days. We provide a written timeline on the engagement letter — if we miss it for reasons attributable to us, our professional fee is fully refunded (binding guarantee).
Yes. End-to-end. From document preparation to final filing with ROC Kanpur and follow-up till certificate issuance — every step is handled by our team in Prayagraj. You will receive real-time updates via WhatsApp at every milestone.
You will speak to a senior partner with 15+ years of practice. We do not have juniors masquerading as senior counsel. Every consultation, strategic decision, and material communication is conducted by a partner. Routine execution may be delegated to qualified associates — but oversight remains with the partner throughout.
A typical checklist includes PAN, Aadhaar, address proof, and service-specific documents. The complete list is customized during your free consultation. We accept digital scans (PDF/JPG) — physical visits to our office are not required.
We serve clients across Uttar Pradesh and all of India — 1,219+ cities. Our jurisdictional expertise for Uttar Pradesh includes specific knowledge of ROC Kanpur procedures, Uttar Pradesh stamp duty (7%), and applicable state schemes such as UP MSME, Nivesh Mitra.
Simply call +91 7878407950 or message us on WhatsApp. Your first 30-min consultation is complimentary, conducted directly with the senior partner relevant to your matter. You will leave the call with full clarity on cost, timeline, and process — with no obligation to proceed.
Every engagement at Nyaya Grah is grounded in the relevant statute. For founders and counsel reviewing this matter, here is the foundation.
MULTI-AUTHORITY based on structure: TRUST — Sub-Registrar Office (private) / Charity Commissioner (Maharashtra-Gujarat) / Devasthan Dept (Rajasthan religious). SOCIETY — State Registrar of Societies (Cooperation Dept). SECTION 8 COMPANY — Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) + Registrar of Companies (ROC). For Section 12A/12AB + 80G: Principal Commissioner of Income Tax (Exemptions) — incometax.gov.in. For FCRA: Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) — fcraonline.nic.in. Separate authorities for each registration; multi-stage process.
TRUST: state IGRS portals (rajigrs.gov.in / igrs.delhi.gov.in / kaveri.karnataka.gov.in). SOCIETY: state Registrar of Societies (cooperatives.rajasthan.gov.in / revenue.delhi.gov.in/registrarsocieties / tnreginet.gov.in). SECTION 8: mca.gov.in (SPICe+ form). 12A/80G: incometax.gov.in (Form 10A / Form 10G). FCRA: fcraonline.nic.in (Form FC-3A / FC-3C). Maharashtra/Gujarat charity: charity.maharashtra.gov.in.
NEW 12A REGIME (since April 2021): All NGOs migrated to provisional 3-year + 5-year renewal cycle. Form 10A (provisional) and Form 10AB (renewal). FCRA TIGHTENED in 2020 + 2022 amendments — SBI Main Branch New Delhi mandatory FCRA account, sub-granting prohibited, administrative expenses cap reduced to 20%, Aadhaar of office bearers mandatory. CSR-1 REGISTRATION mandatory since April 2021 for NGOs receiving CSR funds — without CSR-1 = donor company's CSR spend disallowed. STATEMENT OF DONATIONS (80G) made mandatory annual filing by 31 May. ITR-7 utility upgraded — granular disclosures. CBDT issued circulars tightening "general public utility" (GPU) scrutiny. Section 8 SPICe+ integration with INC-12 license — single-window registration possible.
No vague timelines. Here's the actual phase-wise breakdown for NGO Registration in Prayagraj.
CRITICAL FIRST STEP: choose right structure based on objectives. TRUST (simpler, family-led, 2+ trustees, Sub-Registrar, fastest setup), SOCIETY (member-based, democratic, 7+ members, State Registrar of Societies), SECTION 8 COMPANY (corporate, highest credibility for international funding/CSR, MCA + ROC, board-governed). Factors: scale + funding source + governance preference + compliance appetite + cost. Objects clause draft (CRITICAL for 12A/80G approval — must be specific + measurable + public-benefit).
For TRUST: Bespoke Trust Deed (Settlor + Trustees + Corpus + Objects + Powers + Succession + Dissolution clauses) on state-specific stamp paper. For SOCIETY: MOA + R&R (Memorandum + Rules & Regulations) with 7+ subscribers, Governing Body for first year, election procedure. For SECTION 8: SPICe+ form on MCA portal, MOA + AOA with non-profit object clause, DIN + DSC for proposed directors, INC-12 license application for S.8 license. Settlor / member / promoter coordination + photographs + KYC.
State-specific STAMP DUTY: Maharashtra ₹500-1,000+ (Trust), Karnataka ₹100-500, Delhi ₹200-500, Rajasthan ₹500. Society MOA stamp duty lower (₹100-500 typical). Section 8 stamp duty per state schedule (Companies Act stamp duty). All signatories sign in presence of notary + 2 WITNESSES (especially for Trust Deed). Affidavits from each signatory (acceptance + objects + insolvency declaration).
TRUST: Submit to Sub-Registrar (state IGRS), all trustees + settlor present for biometric. Maharashtra/Gujarat: ALSO Charity Commissioner registration mandatory. SOCIETY: Submit to State Registrar of Societies — scrutiny + clarifications + approval 15-30 days. SECTION 8: SPICe+ filing with MCA, INC-12 license application separately — MCA scrutiny + ROC approval 15-25 days. CERTIFICATE issued under respective Act with registration number.
PAN of NGO (Form 49A — Income Tax). Bank account opening (current account, joint signatures). After 30+ days of demonstrated charitable activity: SECTION 12A/12AB REGISTRATION on incometax.gov.in via Form 10A — PROVISIONAL 3-year registration. Then SECTION 80G REGISTRATION via Form 10G (after 12A approval). Both FREE on government portal. NEW 12A REGIME (since 2022): provisional 3-year then 5-year renewal cycle. FCRA registration AFTER 3 YEARS of charitable activity + ₹10 lakh expenditure + audited accounts.
Most counsel quote one number. We show you what goes where, so there is nothing to discover later.
| Component | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Stamp paper for Trust Deed / MOA (state-specific) | ₹100 – ₹1,000 | State-specific; Trust higher than Society |
| Notarization fees | ₹200 – ₹1,000 | Multi-signatory adds slightly |
| TRUST: Sub-Registrar registration fee | ₹100 – ₹1,000 | State-specific |
| SOCIETY: State Registrar of Societies fee | ₹50 – ₹1,500 | State-specific |
| SECTION 8: MCA government fees + stamp duty | ₹3,500 – ₹12,500 | MCA + state stamp; varies by capital |
| DSC + DIN (Section 8 only) | ₹1,500 – ₹2,500 per director | For Section 8 board members |
| PAN application (Form 49A) | ₹110 | NSDL fee for NGO PAN |
| Section 12A/12AB application | ₹0 | FREE on incometax.gov.in |
| Section 80G application | ₹0 | FREE on incometax.gov.in |
| Charity Commissioner registration (Maharashtra/Gujarat) | ₹500 – ₹5,000 | For Public Charitable Trusts in BPT Act states |
| Professional fee — NGO setup | ₹14,999 – ₹29,999 | Trust simpler / Society moderate / Section 8 complex |
| Professional fee — 12A + 80G applications (separate) | ₹19,999 – ₹34,999 | Separate engagement; CBDT scrutiny |
| FCRA Registration (after 3-yr track record) | ₹49,999+ | Complex engagement; MHA scrutiny |
Total estimate from 14999 · final fee depends on entity size, document readiness, and city-specific stamp duty (see local jurisdiction above).
From hundreds of engagements, here are the patterns that cause founders and businesses to come back to us in distress. Avoid these and you've already won 70% of the matter.
Charitable purpose must be specific and verifiable; vague objects = 12A/80G denial.
State-wise (Maharashtra ₹500-2000+, Rajasthan separate). Under-stamping = invalid.
Permitted but flagged; separate persons preferred for governance optics.
Some banks insist on PAN; trust PAN comes after deed registration.
Real activity + receipts required.
12A is prerequisite for 80G; file together for new trusts.
Minimum 3 years of activity + audited accounts; new entities rejected.
These are the signals — observed across the profession — that your money and matter are about to be handled poorly. We list them so you can vet anyone, including us.
Not the polished 5 — the 15 that come up in real consultations. Click any to expand.
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