Section 8 Company Registration

A Section 8 Company is a non-profit organisation established for promoting commerce, charity, education, art, science, religion, or social welfare. TRAX helps you register a Section 8 Company with end-to-end legal and MCA compliance support.

✓ Non-profit structure ✓ MCA approved ✓ Tax benefit ready

What is a Section 8 Company?

A Section 8 Company is registered under the Companies Act, 2013 for charitable or non-profit objectives. Profits, if any, are reinvested towards promoting the company’s objectives and are not distributed as dividends to its members.

Who Should Register a Section 8 Company?

NGOs & Foundations

Organisations working for charitable and social causes.

Educational Institutions

Entities promoting education, research, and training.

Social Enterprises

Businesses with non-profit objectives.

Trust Conversions

Trusts converting into corporate non-profit entities.

CSR Initiatives

Companies setting up CSR implementation arms.

Section 8 Startups

Founders building mission-driven organisations.

Key Features of a Section 8 Company

Non-profit Objective

Formed solely for charitable or social purposes.

Separate Legal Entity

Independent legal identity under Companies Act.

No Minimum Capital

Can be incorporated without minimum capital.

Limited Liability

Members’ liability is limited.

Tax Exemptions

Eligible for tax benefits under applicable laws.

High Credibility

More trust compared to trusts and societies.

Section 8 Company Registration Process

01

Draft MOA & AOA for non-profit objectives

02

Apply for Section 8 licence from MCA

03

Name approval & incorporation filing

04

Certificate of Incorporation issued

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