Trust Registration in Chikkamagaluru

Local jurisdiction

Registrar (RoC)

RoC Bangalore — E-Wing, 2nd Floor, Kendriya Sadana, Koramangala, Bengaluru – 560034

Jurisdictional HC

Karnataka High Court

GSTIN prefix

29 (Karnataka)

Professional Tax

Karnataka levies Professional Tax (max ₹2,400/year). Enrollment certificate required within 30 days of incorporation.

Business hubs

Coffee Estates (birthplace), Spice & Areca, Tourism

Chikkamagaluru is the birthplace of Indian coffee — a Malnad coffee, spice, and hill-tourism district.

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A trust is a legal arrangement where an author (settlor) transfers property to trustees to hold and manage for defined beneficiaries or a charitable purpose. Private trusts are governed by the Indian Trusts Act, 1882, while public charitable and religious trusts fall under state Public Trust Acts (such as the Maharashtra Public Trusts Act, 1950) or general law. A trust is created by executing a Trust Deed on stamp paper — typically with a minimum of two trustees — and registering it with the local Sub-Registrar or Charity Commissioner. It is not an MCA/ROC entity — there is no incorporation form, DIN or directors. Charitable trusts can further obtain 12A & 80G.

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Minimum trusteesA trust needs an author (settlor) and trustees — typically at least two — plus defined beneficiaries or a charitable purpose. There is no upper limit.

Understand It

What Is Trust Registration?

A quick, plain-language explanation before the details.

In simple terms

A trust lets an author (settlor) transfer property to trustees who hold and manage it for defined beneficiaries or a charitable purpose — giving your charity, religious body or family arrangement a distinct legal identity.

Legally

A private trust is governed by the Indian Trusts Act, 1882, while public charitable and religious trusts are governed by state Public Trust Acts (such as the Maharashtra Public Trusts Act, 1950) or general law. It is constituted by a Trust Deed naming the author, trustees and beneficiaries, executed on stamp paper.

Governing authority

A trust is not an MCA/ROC entity — there is no incorporation form, DIN or directors. The Trust Deed is registered with the local Sub-Registrar or, for public trusts in some states, the Charity Commissioner.

Validity

A registered trust continues perpetually, irrespective of changes in trustees, ensuring continuity of the charitable, religious or family purpose.

Service Intelligence

Quick Facts

Professional Fee

Custom quote

Governing Law

Indian Trusts Act 1882

Mode

100% Online

Registered With

Sub-Registrar / Charity Commissioner

Minimum Trustees

Typically 2

Constituting Document

Trust Deed

Tax Benefits

12A & 80G eligible

Trust Types

Charitable · Religious · Private

Legal & Regulatory Framework

Private Trusts

Indian Trusts Act, 1882

Public Trusts

State Public Trust Acts

Registered With

Sub-Registrar / Charity Commissioner

Tax Exemptions

12A & 80G (Form 10A)

Foreign Funds

FCRA (if applicable)

Last Reviewed

17 Aug 2026

Before You Start

Is This Service Right for You?

Ideal for

Charitable, welfare and social-cause organisations forming an NGO
Temples, gurudwaras, churches, mosques & religious endowments
Schools, colleges and educational charitable institutions
Hospitals, clinics and relief initiatives needing 12A/80G & CSR eligibility
Families creating a private trust for estate planning & succession
Corporates setting up a foundation for CSR spend, and 80G donors

You may need this if

You want a formal legal vehicle to run a charitable or religious activity
You want to channel donations, CSR funding or (with FCRA) foreign contributions
You want income-tax exemption (12A) and donor deduction (80G)
You need the entity to hold property, open bank accounts and enter contracts
You want perpetual existence irrespective of changes in trustees
You want to structure and protect family wealth and provide for dependents

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Why It Matters

Why Register a Trust?

A registered trust gives your cause legal standing and unlocks tax and funding benefits. Here is why it matters.

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Legal Recognition

A registered Trust Deed gives your charity or family arrangement a distinct legal identity able to hold property, open bank accounts and enter contracts.
02

Tax Exemption (12A)

Charitable trusts registered under 12A enjoy income-tax exemption on income applied to their objects.
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80G Donor Benefit

80G registration lets donors claim a deduction, making it far easier to raise donations for your cause.
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CSR & FCRA Ready

A registered charitable trust can become eligible to receive corporate CSR funds and, on FCRA registration, foreign contributions.
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Perpetual Existence

The trust continues irrespective of changes in trustees, ensuring continuity of the charitable or family purpose.
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Estate & Succession

Private trusts let families structure and protect wealth, provide for dependents and plan orderly succession.

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Eligibility

Who Can Apply?

Charitable & welfare organisations (NGOs)

Temples, religious bodies & endowments

Educational & healthcare institutions

Families creating a private trust

Corporates setting up a CSR foundation

Donors seeking 80G-eligible giving

Eligibility checklist

An author (settlor) who transfers property or a settlement amount to the trust
A minimum of two trustees (no upper limit) willing to act
Defined beneficiaries or a lawful charitable / religious purpose
A clear set of objects and trustee powers for the Trust Deed
A registered-office / correspondence address with valid proof
Stamp paper of the value prescribed by the state for the Trust Deed

End-to-End

Everything You Need. One Professional Team.

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Consultation

Decide the trust type — public charitable, religious or private — and its objects and trustee structure.

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Trust Deed Drafting

A CA/CS drafts a custom Trust Deed covering objects, trustees, powers and beneficiaries.

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Stamp Duty Guidance

Advise on stamp-paper value and stamp duty applicable in your state.

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Deed Execution

Coordinate signing by the author and trustees before witnesses, ready for registration.

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Registration

Coordinate filing at the Sub-Registrar / Charity Commissioner and delivery of the registered copy.

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Trust PAN

Apply for the trust’s PAN so it can open a bank account and file returns.

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12A & 80G Application

File Form 10A for 12A (income-tax exemption) and 80G (donor deduction) — where required.

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Post-Service Guidance

Explain annual filings, Form 10BD and renewal so you stay compliant.

No Ambiguity

What You’ll Receive

Custom-drafted Trust Deed (objects, trustees, powers)

Registered Trust Deed copy

Stamp-duty & stamp-paper guidance for your state

Trust PAN

12A registration (income-tax exemption) — where opted

80G registration (donor deduction) — where opted

Compliance calendar (Form 10BD, audit, ITR-7, renewal)

Post-service support on first filings

Checklist

What Documents Are Required to Register a Trust?

Requirements are grouped by the author/trustees, the registered office and the trust details. Keep clear scans (PDF/JPG) ready — everything is collected securely online.

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Author & Trustees

Settlor and every trustee

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PAN card of the author & each trustee
Aadhaar / passport / voter ID / driving licence (identity proof)
Latest bank statement, electricity or mobile bill (address proof, within 2 months)
Passport-size photographs of the author and trustees

Important before you file

Trust Deed on stamp paper

The Trust Deed must be printed on stamp paper of the value prescribed by your state and executed before witnesses. Stamp duty varies by state and by whether property is settled on the trust.

Minimum two trustees

A trust needs an author (settlor) and trustees — in practice at least two, along with defined beneficiaries or a charitable purpose. There is no upper limit on trustees.

Physical presence for registration

The author and trustees are usually required to appear in person before the Sub-Registrar for deed execution and registration. We coordinate the appointment and guide you through it.

Draft the deed correctly at the outset

Objects and clauses must be drafted properly so the trust can later secure 12A and 80G — errors can delay or block these exemptions.

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Step by Step

How to Register a Trust in India (Step by Step)

From deed drafting to registration and 12A/80G — TaxClue manages the whole process, mostly online.

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Consultation & structure

Decide the trust type (public charitable / religious / private), objects, beneficiaries and trustee structure.

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Trust Deed drafting

A CA/CS drafts the Trust Deed and prints it on stamp paper of the value prescribed by the state.

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Deed execution

The author and trustees sign the deed before witnesses, ready for registration.

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Sub-Registrar registration

The deed is registered at the local Sub-Registrar / Charity Commissioner and the registered copy issued.

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Trust PAN

Apply for the trust’s PAN so it can open a bank account and file income-tax returns.

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12A & 80G registration

Where required, apply in Form 10A for 12A (exemption) and 80G (donor deduction) after registration.

How Long It Takes

How Long Does Trust Registration Take?

Stage	Expected Time
Consultation, documents & Trust Deed drafting	Depends on inputs & state
Deed execution & Sub-Registrar / Charity Commissioner registration	Depends on appointment availability
Trust PAN and 12A / 80G application (where opted)	After registration

The overall timeline depends on the state, stamp-paper procurement and Sub-Registrar / Charity Commissioner appointment availability. Physical presence of the author and trustees is usually needed for deed execution and registration.

Compliance Calendar

Key Dates — At a Glance

Frequency	What Is Due
On Formation	Apply for 12A & 80G in Form 10A · Obtain the trust PAN · Open the trust bank account
Annually	Form 10BD — donation statement (issue 10BE certificates to donors) · Audit report 10B/10BB where income exceeds the exemption limit · ITR-7 — income-tax return for the trust
Before Expiry	Re-apply for 12A/80G in Form 10AB before validity lapses · Provisional registrations convert to regular
As Applicable	Maintain books of account · Charity Commissioner returns where a state Act applies · FCRA compliance if foreign contributions are received

Dates are indicative and may change with government notifications. Our team tracks every deadline so you never miss a filing.

Why Outsource

Doing It Yourself vs TaxClue

Doing It Yourself

Decide the correct trust type and objects on your own
Draft a Trust Deed that will also satisfy 12A/80G
Work out state stamp duty and stamp-paper value
Coordinate deed execution and witnesses
Book and attend the Sub-Registrar / Charity Commissioner appointment
Apply for trust PAN and file Form 10A for 12A/80G
Risk a defective deed and rejected exemption applications

With TaxClue

Expert recommends the right trust type for your goals
Trust Deed drafted correctly for 12A/80G eligibility
Stamp-duty and stamp-paper guidance for your state
Deed execution and registration coordinated for you
Trust PAN applied on your behalf
12A & 80G applications filed by our team
Fewer errors, fewer rejections

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Avoid Delays

Common Mistakes That Delay Your Application

An unregistered or defective Trust Deed that is hard to enforce for immovable property

A vague or incorrect objects clause that blocks 12A/80G

Fewer than the required trustees or unclear beneficiaries

Wrong stamp-paper value / unpaid stamp duty for the state

Deed not executed before witnesses or not registered with the Sub-Registrar

Skipping 12A registration — trust income then taxed at normal rates

Skipping 80G — donors cannot claim a deduction, making fundraising harder

Missing Form 10BD, audit (10B/10BB) or ITR-7 filings after registration

TaxClue reviews your documents before filing to reduce avoidable errors.

Stay Compliant

What Compliance Applies After Trust Registration?

On Formation

Apply for 12A & 80G in Form 10A
Obtain the trust PAN
Open the trust bank account

Annually

Form 10BD — donation statement (issue 10BE certificates to donors)
Audit report 10B/10BB where income exceeds the exemption limit
ITR-7 — income-tax return for the trust

Before Expiry

Re-apply for 12A/80G in Form 10AB before validity lapses
Provisional registrations convert to regular

As Applicable

Maintain books of account
Charity Commissioner returns where a state Act applies
FCRA compliance if foreign contributions are received

Risk Assessment

Penalties & Consequences

What is at stake if you do not comply

Without 12A the trust's income is taxable; late renewal loses the exemption
Without 80G, donors cannot claim a deduction on their contributions
Without CSR-1 registration the trust cannot receive CSR funds
A poorly drafted trust deed or understated stamp duty can delay registration
Foreign donations require separate FCRA registration

Latest Updates

Regulatory Updates 2025–26

2025: 12A/12AB and 80G registrations are time-bound and must be renewed via Form 10A/10AB before expiry.
2025: CSR-1 registration with the MCA is required for an NGO to receive CSR funds; NGO Darpan (NITI Aayog) ID is needed for most government grants.

The Difference

Why Businesses Choose TaxClue

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CA / CS Team

Qualified Chartered Accountants and Company Secretaries handle your trust end to end.

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End-to-End

From consultation to registered deed and 12A/80G — fully managed, minimal effort from you.

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Deed Built for Exemptions

Trust Deed drafted so your trust can secure 12A and 80G without rework.

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100% Online

Drafting, PAN and 12A/80G handled online — only deed registration needs your presence.

05

Transparent Fees

A clear quote upfront — ₹0 hidden professional charges.

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Post-Service Support

Guidance on Form 10BD, audit, ITR-7 and renewal after your trust is registered.

Data Care

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

Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Which law governs trust registration in India?

Private trusts are governed by the Indian Trusts Act, 1882. Public charitable and religious trusts are governed by state Public Trust Acts, such as the Maharashtra Public Trusts Act, 1950, or by general law. A trust is not registered with the MCA/ROC — there is no incorporation form or DIN.

How many trustees are required to form a trust?

A trust needs an author (settlor) and at least one trustee, but in practice a minimum of two trustees is used, along with defined beneficiaries or a charitable purpose. There is no upper limit on the number of trustees.

What is a Trust Deed and where is it registered?

The Trust Deed is the constituting document naming the author, trustees, beneficiaries, objects and powers. It is executed on stamp paper of the value prescribed by the state and registered with the local Sub-Registrar or, for public trusts in some states, the Charity Commissioner.

What is the difference between a public and a private trust?

A private trust benefits specific, identifiable individuals (for example family members) and is governed by the Indian Trusts Act, 1882. A public trust benefits the public or a section of it for a charitable or religious purpose and is governed by state Public Trust Acts or general law. Public charitable trusts are the ones that can seek 12A and 80G.

What are 12A and 80G registrations?

12A gives a charitable trust exemption from income tax on income applied to its objects, and 80G lets donors claim a deduction on their donations. Both are applied for in Form 10A (or 10AB for renewal) after the trust is registered.

Can a trust receive CSR and foreign donations?

Yes. A registered charitable trust with 12A/80G can become eligible to receive corporate CSR funds, and on obtaining FCRA registration it can also receive foreign contributions.

What annual compliance does a trust have?

A charitable trust generally files Form 10BD (donation statement) with Form 10BE certificates to donors, a tax-audit report in Form 10B/10BB where income exceeds the exemption limit, and income-tax return ITR-7. State Public Trust Acts may also require Charity Commissioner returns.

Do I need to visit a government office to register a trust?

TaxClue handles drafting, PAN and 12A/80G filing online. Physical presence of the author and trustees before the Sub-Registrar is usually required for deed execution and registration; TaxClue coordinates the appointment and guides you through it.

What is the difference between a trust, a society and a Section 8 company?

All three can run an NGO. A trust is created by a Trust Deed and registered with the Sub-Registrar / Charity Commissioner; a society is registered under the Societies Registration Act with a governing body and members; a Section 8 company is a not-for-profit incorporated with the MCA under the Companies Act, 2013. Each has different governance and compliance — we help you choose.

Does the trust need its own PAN and bank account?

Yes. After the Trust Deed is registered, the trust applies for its own PAN and opens a bank account in the trust’s name. These are needed to receive donations, apply for 12A/80G and file the trust’s income-tax return.

Can trustees or the trust’s details be changed later?

Yes. Changes to trustees, objects or the registered address are usually made through a supplementary deed and, where a state Act applies, intimated to the Charity Commissioner. The powers to amend are set out in the Trust Deed, so drafting it correctly at the outset matters.

Do 12A and 80G registrations need to be renewed?

Yes. Under the current regime, 12A and 80G registrations are periodically renewed by re-applying in Form 10AB before validity expires, and provisional registrations convert to regular registration. Missing renewal can lead to loss of exemption.

What is the difference between a public and a private trust?

A public (charitable) trust benefits the general public or a section of it — for charity, education, religion or relief — and can claim tax exemption and 80G. A private trust benefits specific identified individuals (for example, family members) and is governed by the Indian Trusts Act, 1882. The registration route and tax treatment differ.

What documents are required to register a trust?

The trust deed on stamp paper, PAN and ID/address proof of the settlor and trustees, photographs, proof of the registered office (utility bill + NOC), and details of the trust's objects. The deed is registered with the local Sub-Registrar or Charity Commissioner.

How do I get 12A and 80G registration for a trust?

After the trust is formed, apply in Form 10A (or 10AB for renewal) to the Income-tax Department for 12A/12AB registration (income-tax exemption) and separately for 80G (so donors get a deduction). Both are now time-bound registrations that must be renewed periodically.

What is the difference between a trust, a society and a Section 8 company?

A trust is created by a deed and managed by trustees (simplest, common for family or religious charity). A society is a membership body registered under the Societies Registration Act, suited to collective work. A Section 8 company is the most regulated and credible, best for large-scale funding and grants. TaxClue advises the right structure for your goals.

Can a trust receive foreign donations?

A trust can accept foreign contributions only after obtaining FCRA registration or prior permission, which generally requires the trust to be at least three years old with a track record of charitable spending. Domestic donations can be received from the start, and 80G registration lets donors claim a deduction.

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