Society Registration
Register your society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 to run non-profit activities legally and efficiently.
Society Registration allows a group of individuals to come together for charitable, educational, cultural, or social purposes. A registered society is a legal entity with the ability to own property, open bank accounts, and receive grants or donations.
What is a Society?
A society is a non-profit organization formed by a minimum of seven individuals with a common objective. It is registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 and governed by its rules.
Who Can Register?
Any group of at least seven people seeking to establish a non-profit entity for charitable, cultural, educational, religious, or social welfare purposes.
Society Registration Process
- Step 1: Choose a unique society name and verify its availability.
- Step 2: Draft Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Rules & Regulations of the society.
- Step 3: Collect identity and address proofs of all members.
- Step 4: Submit application along with documents to the Registrar of Societies.
- Step 5: Obtain Certificate of Registration from the Registrar.
Required Documents
- Identity proofs of all members (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)
- Address proofs of members
- Memorandum of Association (MOA) with objectives of society
- Rules & Regulations / Bye-laws of society
- Declaration and consent letters from members
- Proof of registered office (rent agreement/electricity bill/ownership proof)
Benefits of Society Registration
- Legal Entity: Society can own assets, enter contracts, and sue or be sued.
- Credibility: Registered society is recognized by government and donors.
- Funding Opportunities: Eligible for government grants and donations.
- Perpetual Succession: Continues to exist beyond the lives of members.
- Tax Benefits: Can apply for tax exemptions as a charitable organization.
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Quick Highlights
- Legal recognition under Societies Registration Act, 1860
- Separate legal entity with perpetual succession
- Can own property, open bank accounts, and receive donations
- Professional assistance ensures smooth registration
- Non-profit objectives for social, charitable, or educational purposes