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80G and 12A
Registration Online

Get trusted NGO tax exemption
registration and donor benefit
approval support through GMH & Associates

🟩 12A registration for NGO tax exemption
🟩 80G registration for donor tax benefits
🟩 Complete filing support for Forms 10A and 10G
🟩 Renewal and revalidation assistance

🟩 Expert NGO compliance advisory support

Free Consultation

    Overview

    Overview

    12A and 80G registrations help NGOs trusts societies and Section 8 companies claim tax exemptions and improve donor credibility under the Income Tax Act 1961.

    12A registration exempts NGO income from taxation while 80G registration allows donors to claim deductions on eligible charitable contributions.

    12A and 80G registrations help NGOs trusts societies and Section 8 companies claim tax exemptions and improve donor credibility under the Income Tax Act 1961.

    12A registration exempts NGO income from taxation while 80G registration allows donors to claim deductions on eligible charitable contributions.

    Benefits

    Benefits

    Tax Comparison
    Sole Proprietorship
    vs Others

    business-men


    Sole Proprietor

    Tax Rate

    Individual income tax slabs
    ranging from 0% to 30%.

    Minimum Tax

    No tax payable up to
    ₹2.5 lakhs of income.

    Expense Deduction

    Business-related expenses
    are fully allowed.

    Advance Tax

    Applicable if total tax
    liability exceeds ₹10,000.

    Audit Requirement

    Audit required only if
    turnover exceeds limits.


    Partnership Firm

    Tax Rate

    Flat tax rate of
    30% on total income.

    Minimum Tax

    Taxable irrespective of
    partner’s personal income.

    Expense Deduction

    Business expenses
    are allowed as deductions.

    Advance Tax

    Advance tax payment
    is applicable.

    Audit Requirement

    Audit generally required
    as per applicable rules.


    Pvt Ltd Company

    Tax Rate

    Corporate tax at 25%
    for turnover below ₹400 cr.

    Minimum Tax

    Taxable regardless of
    dividend distribution.

    Expense Deduction

    Business expenses
    are allowed.

    Advance Tax

    Advance tax payment
    is mandatory.

    Audit Requirement

    Statutory audit is
    mandatory every year.

    business-men


    Sole Proprietor

    Tax Rate

    Individual income tax slabs
    ranging from 0% to 30%.

    Minimum Tax

    No tax payable up to
    ₹2.5 lakhs of income.

    Expense Deduction

    Business-related expenses
    are fully allowed.

    Advance Tax

    Applicable if total tax
    liability exceeds ₹10,000.

    Audit Requirement

    Audit required only if
    turnover exceeds limits.


    Partnership Firm

    Tax Rate

    Flat tax rate of
    30% on total income.

    Minimum Tax

    Taxable irrespective of
    partner’s personal income.

    Expense Deduction

    Business expenses
    are allowed as deductions.

    Advance Tax

    Advance tax payment
    is applicable.

    Audit Requirement

    Audit generally required
    as per applicable rules.


    Pvt Ltd Company

    Tax Rate

    Corporate tax at 25%
    for turnover below ₹400 cr.

    Minimum Tax

    Taxable regardless of
    dividend distribution.

    Expense Deduction

    Business expenses
    are allowed.

    Advance Tax

    Advance tax payment
    is mandatory.

    Audit Requirement

    Statutory audit is
    mandatory every year.

    • Registered trust society
    or Section 8 company
    • Activities must support
    charitable objectives only
    • Income should not
    benefit private members
    • Proper books and
    financial records required
    • Activities must match
    stated organisation objectives

    Documents Required

    • Trust deed and
    registration certificate copy
    • NGO PAN and
    trustee identity proof
    • Financial statements and
    income tax return copies
    • Utility bill and
    registered office proof
    • Form 10A or
    Form 10G documents

    • Registered trust society
    or Section 8 company
    • Activities must support
    charitable objectives only
    • Income should not
    benefit private members
    • Proper books and
    financial records required
    • Activities must match
    stated organisation objectives

    Documents Required

    • Trust deed and
    registration certificate copy
    • NGO PAN and
    trustee identity proof
    • Financial statements and
    income tax return copies
    • Utility bill and
    registered office proof
    • Form 10A or
    Form 10G documents

    Registration Process

    Registration Process

    Post-Registration Compliances

    Post-Registration Compliances

    Timely Renewal

    Renew registrations before
    expiry to avoid issues

    Updated Records

    Maintain proper NGO
    books and activity reports

    Income Tax Filing

    File annual income
    tax returns regularly

    Compliance Tracking

    Respond to notices
    and department queries

    Activity Alignment

    Ensure activities match
    approved NGO objectives

    Timely Renewal

    Renew registrations before
    expiry to avoid issues

    Updated Records

    Maintain proper NGO
    books and activity reports

    Income Tax Filing

    File annual income
    tax returns regularly

    Compliance Tracking

    Respond to notices
    and department queries

    Activity Alignment

    Ensure activities match
    approved NGO objectives

    Common Mistakes to Avoid

    Common Mistakes
    to Avoid

    Incomplete Form
    Filing

    Missing information may
    delay approval process

    Object Mismatch
    Issues

    NGO activities must match
    trust deed objectives

    Personal Fund
    Usage

    Donations cannot support
    personal business benefits

    Delayed Renewal
    Process

    Ignoring renewal timelines
    may cancel registrations

    Ignored Tax
    Notices

    Unanswered notices may
    create compliance complications

    Improper Financial
    Records

    Poor bookkeeping affects
    verification and approvals

    Incomplete Form
    Filing

    Missing information may
    delay approval process

    Object Mismatch
    Issues

    NGO activities must match
    trust deed objectives

    Personal Fund
    Usage

    Donations cannot support
    personal business benefits

    Delayed Renewal
    Process

    Ignoring renewal timelines
    may cancel registrations

    Ignored Tax
    Notices

    Unanswered notices may
    create compliance complications

    Improper Financial
    Records

    Poor bookkeeping affects
    verification and approvals

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    Let's Talk Now.

    If you need immediate assistance, please call:

    PHONE CALL

    Share a few details with us, and one of our compliance specialists will get in touch shortly.
    We’ll guide you through the entire process — from selecting the right business structure to completing registrations and filings — free of charge.

    cta_man

    Let's Talk Now.

    If you need immediate assistance, please call:

    PHONE CALL

    Share a few details with us, and one of our compliance specialists will get in touch shortly.
    We’ll guide you through the entire process — from selecting the right business structure to completing registrations and filings — free of charge.

    Ask Questions

    Frequently asked questions

    Why is 12A registration important?

    It helps NGOs claim income tax exemption under the Income Tax Act.

    It allows donors to claim deductions on charitable contributions.

    Yes NGOs can apply for both 12A and 80G registrations.

    Yes if charitable activities and accounts remain properly maintained.

    No only professional filing and advisory charges generally apply.

    Both registrations remain valid for five years before renewal.