Before starting with 12A and 80G Registration for NGOs — tax registrations that exempt an NGO's income from tax (12A) and allow donors to claim a deduction on their contributions (80G) — it helps to have everything ready in advance. Here's the checklist relevant to trusts, societies, and Section 8 companies engaged in charitable activities.
The Checklist
✓ Entity registration certificate (trust deed, society registration, or Section 8 certificate)
✓ Objects clause confirming charitable purpose
✓ Financial statements and activity reports
✓ PAN of the entity
✓ Details of trustees/governing body members
✓ Compliance history with any prior tax filings
Why Preparation Matters
Missing or incomplete documentation is one of the most common reasons applications get delayed with the Income Tax Department. Having this list ready before you begin can meaningfully speed up the process.
Once You Have Everything Ready
- Confirm the entity's objects genuinely qualify as charitable
- Compile registration and financial documentation
- Apply for 12A registration for income tax exemption
- Apply for 80G registration to enable donor tax deductions
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