File Your NGO / Trust Income Tax Return
Compliant ITR-7 filing for trusts, NGOs & Section 8 companies. 12A/80G exemption optimization, FCRA support & charitable income segregation — handled by NGO tax experts.
Overview
Sections 11-13, Income Tax ActNGOs, Trusts, and Section 8 companies file income tax returns using Form ITR-7 under the Income Tax Act, 1961. Charitable/religious income is exempt under Sections 11 & 12 subject to valid 12A registration and compliance with application (85% spending rule, investment patterns, no private benefit). Key compliance aspects include segregation of charitable vs business income, 80G donation receipt management, FCRA reporting for foreign contributions, and timely ITR-7 filing to preserve exemption status.
ITR-7 Expertise
Specialized filing for trusts, NGOs, Section 8 companies with exempt income
12A/80G Optimization
Maximize exemption claims while ensuring 85% spending & investment compliance
FCRA & Business Income
Foreign contribution reporting + segregation of taxable business income
Who Needs to File ITR-7?
Charitable/Religious Trusts
Trusts with 12A registration claiming exemption on charitable income
NGOs & Societies
Non-profit organizations with charitable objects & exempt income
Section 8 Companies
Non-profit companies registered under Companies Act, 2013
Political Parties/Research Associations
Entities with income exempt under Sections 10/13/13A
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Required Documents
Trust/NGO PAN & Registration
PAN card + Trust Deed/Society Registration/Section 8 COI
12A/80G Registration Certificates
Valid exemption certificates from Income Tax Department
Audited Financial Statements
P&L, Balance Sheet + Auditor's Report (if audit applicable)
Donation Records
80G receipt register, donor details & utilization proofs
FCRA Documents (if applicable)
FCRA registration + foreign contribution statements
Trustee/Board Resolution
Authorizing ITR filing & DSC signatory for e-verification
Pro tip: Maintain separate books for charitable vs business income — this is critical for preserving 12A exemption.
NGO/Trust ITR Process
~6-10 daysEligibility & Registration Check
2-3 daysVerify 12A/80G status, FCRA applicability & charitable objects
Income Computation
3-4 daysSegregate charitable vs business income; apply Section 11/12 exemptions
ITR-7 Preparation
2-3 daysDraft ITR-7 with trust schedules, exemption claims & tax computation
Trustee Approval & E-Filing
1-2 daysObtain trustee signatures, file with DSC & complete verification
Why File NGO/Trust ITR with Experts?
Preserve your tax-exempt status while ensuring compliant reporting of all income streams.
12A Exemption Protection
Ensure 85% spending rule, investment patterns & application compliance
80G Donation Management
Proper receipting & reporting to maintain donor deduction eligibility
Business Income Segregation
Isolate taxable business income to protect charitable exemption
FCRA Coordination
Align foreign contribution reporting with income tax filings
Frequently Asked Questions
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