Section 8 Company Registration in Shivpuri
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Section 8 Company Registration in Shivpuri
RoC Gwalior — Company House, City Centre, Gwalior – 474011
Madhya Pradesh High Court (Gwalior Bench)
23 (Madhya Pradesh)
Madhya Pradesh levies Professional Tax (max ₹2,500/year).
Agri Mandi, Stone & Forest Produce, Tourism
Shivpuri is a Gwalior-region agri and forest-produce town with heritage tourism.
What Is Section 8 Company Registration?
A quick, plain-language explanation before the details.
A Section 8 Company is India's most credible non-profit structure — it gives your NGO a separate legal identity with limited liability, and all profits must be applied to its charitable objects.
A Section 8 Company is registered under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013 for the promotion of commerce, art, science, sports, education, research, social welfare, religion, charity or protection of the environment. It operates under a licence from the Central Government and by law cannot distribute any dividend to its members.
Administered by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA); the Section 8 licence is granted by the Central Government (Regional Director) and applied through the integrated SPICe+ incorporation form (earlier a separate Form INC-12).
Incorporation is permanent — the company continues until it is wound up or the licence is revoked. Annual ROC and income-tax compliance keeps it active.
Quick Facts
Is This Service Right for You?
Ideal for
- NGOs & foundations wanting a credible non-profit vehicle
- Schools, training initiatives & research institutions
- Charitable, social-welfare, religious & relief bodies
- Bodies for environment protection, healthcare & sports
- Entities set up to receive corporate CSR contributions
- Non-profits planning to seek FCRA registration
You may need this if
- You want a formal, credible non-profit in place of a trust or society
- You want donors to claim 80G deductions on their contributions
- You plan to receive CSR funding from corporates
- You may seek FCRA registration to accept foreign donations
- You want limited liability and perpetual succession for your NGO
- You want a separate legal identity recognised by grant agencies
Not sure if you need this?
Talk to an Expert →Why Register a Section 8 Company?
A Section 8 Company is India's most credible non-profit structure. Here is why it matters.
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High Donor Trust
A Central Government licence and corporate structure make a Section 8 Company the most credible non-profit for donors and grant agencies.
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12A & 80G Benefits
Eligible for 12A income-tax exemption and 80G, so donors get a tax deduction on their contributions.
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CSR Funding
Registered Section 8 Companies can receive CSR contributions from corporates under the Companies Act.
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FCRA Ready
The structure qualifies to apply for FCRA registration to legally receive foreign donations.
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No Minimum Capital
Can be incorporated with no minimum paid-up capital — a low entry barrier for genuine non-profits.
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Limited Liability
A separate legal entity with perpetual succession and limited liability for its members and directors.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Custom quote for your case
Fees depend on your business type and scope. Get a clear, itemised quote upfront — no hidden professional charges, government fee billed at actuals.
Who Can Apply?
Eligibility checklist
- A minimum of 2 directors for a private Section 8 company (3 for a public company)
- At least one director resident in India for 182+ days in the financial year
- Charitable objects falling within Section 8 — no intention to pay any dividend
- A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) for each proposed director
- A Director Identification Number (DIN) — applied within SPICe+ if not already held
- A registered office address in India with valid address proof and owner's NOC
Everything You Need. One Professional Team.
Free Eligibility Consultation
Understand your objects and confirm Section 8 is the right non-profit structure for you.
Name Reservation
Reserve a name with a charitable object via SPICe+ Part A (RUN) with the MCA.
DSC & DIN
Obtain Digital Signature Certificates for directors; DIN obtained within SPICe+.
MOA, AOA & Licence
Draft charitable objects, projected income/expenditure and the Section 8 licence application.
SPICe+ Filing
File SPICe+ with INC-9, AGILE-PRO and the licence application to the Registrar / RD.
12A / 80G Support
Assist with 12A and 80G income-tax registrations after incorporation.
Follow-up
Track the application and respond to any MCA / RD query on your behalf.
Certificate Delivery
Hand over the Central Government licence and Certificate of Incorporation with PAN/TAN.
What You’ll Receive
What Documents Are Required for Section 8 Company Registration?
Requirements are grouped by directors/members, registered office and the charitable objects. Keep clear scans (PDF/JPG) ready — everything is collected securely online.
Directors / Members
For every director & member- PAN card of each director & member
- Aadhaar / passport / voter ID / driving licence (identity proof)
- Latest bank statement, electricity or mobile bill (address proof, within 2 months)
- Passport-size photograph
- Passport is mandatory for foreign nationals / NRIs
Registered Office
Address of the company- Latest electricity / utility bill of the premises (within 2 months)
- Rent agreement (if rented)
- No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from the property owner
- Property-tax receipt or ownership deed (if owned)
Objects & Projections
Prepared with our team- Proposed company name (1–2 options)
- Statement of charitable objects & proposed activities
- Estimated statement of projected income & expenditure
- Email & mobile of directors for DSC / OTP verification
DSC is mandatory
Every proposed director needs a Class-3 Digital Signature Certificate to sign the SPICe+ forms. We arrange this as part of the process.
Charitable objects only
The objects in the MOA must fall within Section 8 — charity, education, science, art, sports, research, social welfare, religion or environment — with no dividend to members.
Address proof must be recent
The utility bill used for the registered office and for directors’ address proof should be dated within the last 2 months. Rented premises need a rent agreement plus the owner’s NOC.
One resident director
At least one director must have stayed in India for 182 days or more in the financial year. NRIs and foreign nationals can also be directors alongside them.
Don’t have all the documents?
We’ll identify what your case needs →How to Register a Section 8 Company (Step by Step)
The entire incorporation happens online through the MCA portal using SPICe+.
DSC & DIN
Obtain Digital Signature Certificates for the directors; DIN is obtained within SPICe+.
Name reservation
Reserve a name with a charitable object via SPICe+ Part A (RUN) with the MCA.
MOA, AOA & licence application
Draft the charitable objects, projected income/expenditure and the Section 8 licence application.
File SPICe+
File SPICe+ with INC-9, AGILE-PRO and the licence application to the Registrar / Regional Director.
Licence & Certificate of Incorporation
The Central Government licence is granted and the Certificate of Incorporation is issued with PAN/TAN.
How Long Does Section 8 Company Registration Take?
| Stage | Expected Time |
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| DSC + name reservation | 2–4 working days |
| MOA/AOA + licence application drafting | 4–8 working days |
| SPICe+ filing + licence & COI | 8–20 working days |
Typical end-to-end incorporation takes about 10–20 working days, subject to name approval and government processing. Resubmission queries or name rejections can extend the timeline until they are resolved.
Key Dates — At a Glance
| Frequency | What Is Due |
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| Annually | Get accounts audited & hold the AGM · AOC-4 (financial statements) with ROC by 30 Oct · MGT-7 (annual return) with ROC by 29 Nov · ITR-7 income-tax return by 31 Oct (audit cases) |
| Ongoing / Yearly | DIR-3 KYC of directors by 30 September · Form 10BD donation statement & 10BE to donors by 31 May · Renew 12A / 80G in Form 10AB before validity expiry |
| Event-Based | CSR-1 registration to receive CSR funds · FCRA registration before accepting foreign donations · Changes in directors / office filed with ROC |
| On Registration | Apply for 12A income-tax exemption · Apply for 80G so donors can claim deductions · Open the company bank account |
Dates are indicative and may change with government notifications. Our team tracks every deadline so you never miss a filing.
Doing It Yourself vs TaxClue
Doing It Yourself
- Decide between a Section 8 company, trust and society on your own
- Draft charitable objects that satisfy Section 8 conditions
- Prepare the projected income & expenditure statement
- Obtain DSC and DIN for each director
- File SPICe+ with the licence application without resubmission errors
- Handle MCA / Regional Director queries
- Separately arrange 12A / 80G registrations later
With TaxClue
- Expert confirms Section 8 is the right structure for your objects
- Charitable-object MOA/AOA drafted correctly the first time
- Projected income & expenditure prepared for you
- DSC & DIN arranged for you
- SPICe+ & licence application reviewed before filing
- MCA / RD queries answered by our team
- 12A / 80G registrations supported after incorporation
Skip the guesswork.
Let an expert handle it →Common Mistakes That Delay Your Application
TaxClue reviews your documents before filing to reduce avoidable errors.
What Compliance Applies After Incorporation?
Annually
- Get accounts audited & hold the AGM
- AOC-4 (financial statements) with ROC by 30 Oct
- MGT-7 (annual return) with ROC by 29 Nov
- ITR-7 income-tax return by 31 Oct (audit cases)
Ongoing / Yearly
- DIR-3 KYC of directors by 30 September
- Form 10BD donation statement & 10BE to donors by 31 May
- Renew 12A / 80G in Form 10AB before validity expiry
Event-Based
- CSR-1 registration to receive CSR funds
- FCRA registration before accepting foreign donations
- Changes in directors / office filed with ROC
On Registration
- Apply for 12A income-tax exemption
- Apply for 80G so donors can claim deductions
- Open the company bank account
Penalties & Consequences
What is at stake if you do not comply
- Objects outside Section 8 conditions or any dividend/profit-distribution clause gets the licence refused
- A weak or unrealistic projected income & expenditure statement stalls the licence
- Receiving foreign donations before FCRA registration attracts penalty and prosecution
- Missing 12A / 80G, Form 10BD and annual ROC filings risks losing exemptions
- Violating licence conditions can lead the Central Government to revoke the Section 8 licence
Regulatory Updates 2025–26
- 2025: All company and LLP incorporation and filing forms have moved to the MCA V3 portal; the legacy V2 portal has been retired for these forms.
- 2025: Company incorporation is filed through SPICe+ (Part A name reservation + Part B), bundling PAN, TAN, EPFO, ESIC, professional tax and a bank account.
- 2025: DIR-3 KYC of every director/DIN holder is due by 30 September each year; a lapsed DIN attracts a ₹5,000 reactivation fee.
Why Businesses Choose TaxClue
CA / CS Team
Qualified Chartered Accountants and Company Secretaries handle your incorporation.
End-to-End
From consultation to licence & Certificate of Incorporation — fully managed, minimal effort from you.
Fast Turnaround
Committed timelines with proactive status updates at every stage.
100% Online
Everything over WhatsApp / email — no office visits required.
Transparent Fees
A clear fee quoted upfront — ₹0 hidden professional charges.
Post-Service Support
30 days of post-incorporation guidance on 12A/80G and your first compliance steps.
Your Documents Deserve Professional Care
- Documents handled by professionals under confidentiality
- Access limited to the team working on your file
- Communication over secure digital channels
- Documents retained only as long as needed for compliance
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Section 8 Company?
How many directors and how much capital are required?
Which form is used to register a Section 8 Company?
How long does Section 8 Company registration take?
Can a Section 8 Company get 12A and 80G registration?
Can a Section 8 Company distribute profits or pay dividend?
What are the annual compliance requirements?
Can a Section 8 Company receive foreign donations?
Can a Section 8 Company receive CSR funding?
What is the difference between a Section 8 Company, a trust and a society?
What happens if a Section 8 Company violates its licence conditions?
What is a Section 8 company and how is it different from a trust or society?
What are the minimum requirements to register a Section 8 company?
What documents are required for Section 8 company registration?
Can a Section 8 company get 12A and 80G registration?
Is a Section 8 company eligible to receive foreign donations?
What annual compliance applies to a Section 8 company?
Official Sources & Legal References
Every regulatory detail on this page is drawn from primary law and official government sources. Verify them directly:
- Companies Act, 2013 — Section 8 (India Code)The governing law for Section 8 (non-profit) companies · India Code
- MCA — SPICe+ Company IncorporationIntegrated incorporation form used to apply for the Section 8 licence
- Income Tax Department — 12A & 80G registrationIncome-tax exemption and donor-deduction registrations for non-profits
- FCRA Online — Foreign Contribution RegistrationRegistration required before accepting foreign donations
- ICAI — Institute of Chartered Accountants of IndiaProfessional standards and guidance
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Read guide ArticleSection 80P: cooperative society deduction
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Register Your Section 8 Company in 10–20 Days
Expert-managed Section 8 (non-profit) incorporation — name reservation, charitable-object MOA/AOA, the Central Government licence, SPICe+ filing, PAN, TAN and 12A/80G support, end to end. Free consultation, zero hidden charges.