Register a Section 8 Company for Your Non-Profit Mission
Section 8 company registration for non-profits. Licence under Section 8, MOA, AOA, DINs, PAN and TAN, with drafting and filing by qualified professionals.
- Fixed, itemised price
- Partner CA / CS / advocate
- Free Ambition Pro for 12 months
Section 8 Company Registration at a glance
- Professional fee
- From ₹7,949 + government fees and GST
- Typical timeline
- Section 8 incorporation typically takes 3 to 6 weeks after documents are complete, as the licence review can take longer than a regular company.
- Who handles it
- A qualified professional from the Vibence partner network
- Documents
- PAN card of every director and subscriber, Aadhaar, passport or voter ID as identity and address proof, Recent bank statement or utility bill of each director and more
- Included free
- Free Ambition Pro for 12 months and domains at cost
Last reviewed October 2026
A Section 8 company is a non-profit company formed under the Companies Act, 2013 to promote objects such as education, charity, art, science, sports, social welfare or environmental protection. It must apply its income and profits only to those objects and cannot pay dividends to its members. Because it is regulated by the MCA, it carries strong credibility with donors, CSR partners and government bodies.
Vibence prepares and files your application for a licence under Section 8 and incorporation through SPICe+, with work handled by qualified professionals from the Vibence partner network. We draft the MOA and AOA, obtain DINs and prepare the three-year projected income and expenditure statement the application needs. Higher plans add financial statements, annual MCA filings and the income tax return.
Who this is for
- Founders of charitable or social impact organisations
- Corporates setting up a CSR implementation entity
- Education, health and research initiatives
- Groups wanting a well-regulated non-profit structure
High credibility
MCA oversight gives donors and partners confidence in your governance.
Limited liability
Members are protected from personal liability for the company's debts.
No 'Limited' suffix
A Section 8 company can be registered without using 'Limited' or 'Private Limited' in its name.
Tax registrations possible
It can apply for income-tax exemption and donor-deduction registrations after incorporation.
Section 8 Company Registration packages
Fixed professional fees. Pick a plan or ask us to tailor one.
Basic
- Section 8 company registration with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs
- Drafting and filing by qualified professionals
- Certificate of Incorporation
- Licence under Section 8
- Company PAN and TAN
- Memorandum of Association (MOA)
- Articles of Association (AOA)
- DIN for 2 directors
- Three-year projected income and expenditure statement for the application
Smart
- Everything in Basic
- Preparation of financial statements
- MCA annual return filing
- DIR-3 KYC for directors
Mega
- Everything in Smart
- Income tax return filing
Plan prices exclude government fees, applicable stamp duty and GST, which vary by state and are confirmed before filing.
Documents you'll need
- PAN card of every director and subscriber
- Aadhaar, passport or voter ID as identity and address proof
- Recent bank statement or utility bill of each director
- Passport-size photographs of directors
- Proof of registered office address
- No-objection letter from the property owner
- A clear description of the non-profit objects and planned activities
Section 8 incorporation typically takes 3 to 6 weeks after documents are complete, as the licence review can take longer than a regular company.
Plan prices exclude government fees, applicable stamp duty and GST, which vary by state and are confirmed before filing.
Qualified professionals from the Vibence partner network, with certification wherever the law requires it.
The process
- Define your objectsTell us your mission, planned activities, directors and office address.
- Name and DSCWe check name availability and arrange digital signatures.
- DraftingProfessionals draft the MOA, AOA, declarations and financial projections.
- Licence and incorporationThe application is filed with the Registrar for the licence and incorporation.
- CertificateYou receive the licence and Certificate of Incorporation with PAN and TAN.
Section 8 Company Registration: FAQs
What is a Section 8 company?
A Section 8 company is a company that receives a licence under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013 to pursue charitable or socially useful objects. It must apply its income and profits only to promoting those objects, and it cannot pay dividends to its members. Its members still enjoy limited liability, and the company is regulated by the MCA like other companies.
How many directors and members are needed?
A private Section 8 company needs at least two directors and two members, while a public one needs at least three directors and seven members. At least one director must be resident in India. Directors are generally not paid for acting as directors, though reasonable payment for actual services or expenses may be allowed under the rules.
Can a Section 8 company pay dividends or distribute profits?
No. A Section 8 company must use all its income and any surplus only to promote its stated objects. It cannot pay dividends or distribute profits to its members in any form. If the company is wound up, remaining assets are generally transferred to another organisation with similar objects rather than shared among members.
How is a Section 8 company different from a trust or society?
A Section 8 company is governed by the Companies Act and regulated by the MCA, which brings stricter compliance and strong credibility. Trusts and societies are governed by separate laws and often state rules, with simpler compliance. A Section 8 company is often preferred by CSR partners and international donors, while trusts suit smaller or family-run charities.
Can a Section 8 company get income-tax exemption?
Incorporation alone does not give tax exemption. After registration, a Section 8 company can apply to the Income Tax Department for registrations that exempt its eligible income and allow donors to claim deductions, commonly known as 12A and 80G. Approval depends on the department's review of your objects and activities, so outcomes cannot be guaranteed.
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