Get Your 80G & 12A Registration
Tax exemption registrations for NGOs, Trusts & Section 8 companies. Unlock income tax exemption + donor tax benefits — expert handling of CIT(E) approval process.
Overview
Sections 12A & 80G, Income Tax Act12A and 80G registrations are tax exemption certifications under the Income Tax Act, 1961 for NGOs, Trusts, and Section 8 companies. 12A registration provides tax exemption to the organization itself on charitable income (no tax on donations, grants, or program income). 80G registration allows donors to claim tax deduction (50% or 100% of donation amount) when filing their income tax returns. Together, these registrations maximize funding potential by making donations tax-efficient for donors while keeping the organization's income tax-free. Applications are filed via Income Tax e-filing portal with Commissioner of Income Tax (Exemptions).
Dual Registration Support
12A + 80G filed together for maximum tax benefits
CIT(E) Liaison
Expert coordination with Commissioner (Exemptions) office
Compliance Guidance
Post-registration ITR-7 filing & fund utilization advisory
Eligibility Criteria
12A Registration
Income tax exemption on charitable income
Organization's income exempt from tax | Validity: Lifetime (once granted)
80G Registration
Donors can claim 50% or 100% deduction on donations
Attracts more donations with tax benefit | Validity: Lifetime (once granted)
12AB Registration
New combined registration under Finance Act 2020
Replaces old 12A for new registrations | Validity: 5 years (renewable)
80GAB Registration
New 80G registration under revised provisions
Updated 80G under new tax regime | Validity: Lifetime (once granted)
Unsure about eligibility? Get free trust deed review.
Required Documents
Trust Deed / MOA
Registered copy with charitable objects clearly defined
PAN Card of Organization
Mandatory for 12A/80G application processing
Registration Certificate
Society Registration / Section 8 COI / Trust Registration
Activity Reports
Past 3 years (if existing) or projected activities (for new NGOs)
Financial Statements
ITR-7, Balance Sheet, P&L for past 3 years (if applicable)
12A/80G Application Forms
Form 10A/10AB for 12A; Form 10G for 80G with DSC signature
Pro tip: Ensure charitable objects in Trust Deed/MOA are broad enough — restrictive objects can delay 12A/80G approval.
12A/80G Registration Process
~30-90 daysEligibility & Document Assessment
2-3 daysVerify charitable objects, trust deed compliance & gather required documents
Application Preparation (Form 10A/10AB)
3-5 daysDraft application with trust details, activities & financial projections
Portal Submission & Tracking
1 dayFile application on Income Tax e-filing portal with DSC authentication
Commissioner Approval & Certificate
30-90 daysCoordinate with CIT(E) office; receive 12A/80G registration certificate
Why Get 12A & 80G Registration?
Maximize funding potential while keeping your organization's income tax-free.
Tax-Free Income
12A exempts all charitable income from 30% income tax
Donor Tax Benefits
80G enables donors to claim 50%/100% tax deduction on donations
Funding Eligibility
Mandatory for CSR grants, government schemes & foundation funding
Credibility Boost
12A/80G certification signals legitimacy to donors & partners
Frequently Asked Questions
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Download 12A/80G Guide
Get our 15-page handbook: registration checklist, donor deduction rates & post-compliance calendar.