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Documents Required for Trust Registration in India

Prepare these before visiting the Sub-Registrar.
23 September 2026 by
Documents Required for Trust Registration in India
Gaurav Kumar
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The short answer

Trust registration needs the draft trust deed on appropriate stamp paper, ID and address proof and photographs of the settlor and trustees, IDs of two witnesses, proof of the trust's registered office with owner NOC, and in some states additional forms for the Charity Commissioner.

Core documentStamped trust deed
PeopleSettlor, trustees, two witnesses
OfficeAddress proof and NOC

Deed

Trust deed with objects, trustees, powers and dissolution clause, on stamp paper as per state law.

Personal documents

  • Settlor and trustees: PAN, Aadhaar, photos
  • Witnesses: ID proofs

Office documents

Utility bill of the premises and NOC from the owner.

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State-specific forms

States with public trust laws require additional applications to the Charity Commissioner.

Frequently asked questions

Is PAN of trustees required?

Commonly yes, for KYC and later for trust PAN and bank accounts.

Can the trust office be a residence?

Yes, with owner consent.

Do trustees need to be present?

Requirements vary; the settlor and witnesses must appear, and trustees often sign as well.

Is notarisation enough instead of registration?

For public charitable trusts involving property or seeking exemptions, registration is advisable and often required.

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