Get your NGO ready for tax exemption, donations and CSR funding
Tax exemption, donor deduction and CSR eligibility registrations for trusts, societies and Section 8 companies.
- Newly formed charitable trusts and societies
- Section 8 companies
- NGOs seeking donations from individuals and businesses
- Organisations planning to receive CSR funds
Overview
What is 12A, 80G & CSR-1 Registration?
Registration under Section 12A/12AB of the Income Tax Act allows a charitable trust, society or Section 8 company to claim exemption on income applied to its objects. Approval under Section 80G lets donors claim a deduction on eligible donations. Applications are made online in Form 10A, and new organisations generally receive provisional registration first, followed by an application for regular registration in Form 10AB within the prescribed time.
Form CSR-1 is filed with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs by entities that want to undertake CSR activities funded by companies, and it generally requires 12A and 80G registration to be in place. We prepare your applications, respond to department queries and track the renewal of provisional approvals.
Who is this for?
- Newly formed charitable trusts and societies
- Section 8 companies
- NGOs seeking donations from individuals and businesses
- Organisations planning to receive CSR funds
- NGOs converting provisional registration to regular registration
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Benefits
Why get 12A, 80G & CSR-1 Registration done right
Income tax exemption
Income applied to charitable objects can be exempt from tax, subject to conditions.
Donor confidence
80G approval lets donors claim deductions, which helps fundraising.
CSR eligibility
CSR-1 registration makes you eligible to implement CSR projects for companies.
Timely renewals
We track provisional and regular registration validity so approvals do not lapse.
Query support
We draft replies to clarifications from the Income Tax Department.
Documents required
Keep these handy
Exact requirements vary case to case. Your expert shares a personalised checklist on your first call and checks everything before filing.
Process
How we get it done
A clear, step-by-step process with updates at every stage. Indicative timeline: Provisional approval often within 2–4 weeks; regular registration can take longer as per department review, subject to processing by the authority.
Eligibility review
We check your governing documents and objects for eligibility and any gaps.
Prepare applications
We prepare Form 10A (or 10AB) for 12A and 80G with supporting documents.
File and follow up
Applications are filed on the income tax portal, and we respond to any queries.
CSR-1 filing
Once 12A and 80G are in place, we file Form CSR-1 on the MCA portal.
Registration received
You receive the approvals and CSR registration number, with reminders set for renewals.
FAQ
12A, 80G & CSR-1 Registration: common questions
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