12A Registration provides tax exemption to NGOs, trusts, and charitable organizations on their income. It is issued by the Income Tax Department under Section 12A of the Income Tax Act.
80G Registration allows donors to claim tax deductions on donations made to your NGO. Donors can claim 50% deduction on their taxable income for donations made to 80G registered organizations.
Any trust, society, or Section 8 company registered for charitable or religious purposes can apply for 12A and 80G registration.
12A provides tax exemption to the NGO itself, while 80G provides tax deduction benefits to donors who contribute to the NGO.
The entire process typically takes 15-20 days from application submission to certificate issuance, depending on the Income Tax Department processing time.
Required documents include Trust Deed/MOA & AOA, Registration Certificate, PAN Card, Address Proof, Bank Statement, and Audited Financial Statements.
Yes, to apply for 80G registration, your organization must first have 12A registration or be registered under Section 10(23C).
Once granted, both 12A and 80G registrations are valid perpetually unless revoked by the Income Tax Department for non-compliance.
Yes, existing NGOs, trusts, and charitable organizations can apply for 12A and 80G registration at any time after their incorporation.
The cost varies based on the complexity of your organization structure and documentation. Contact us for a detailed quote.
If rejected, you can reapply after addressing the concerns raised by the Income Tax Department. We provide complete support for reapplication.
Yes, the Income Tax Department can cancel 12A and 80G registration if the organization violates compliance requirements or engages in non-charitable activities.
Yes, NGOs with 12A and 80G registration must file annual income tax returns and maintain proper books of accounts.
No, only Indian registered trusts, societies, and Section 8 companies are eligible for 12A and 80G registration.
Udyog Suvidha Kendra offers expert CA support, complete documentation assistance, liaison with Income Tax Department, and end-to-end support throughout the registration process.
