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NGO Registration & FCRA Compliance
HLAPL provides end-to-end NGO registration including Trust, Society, and Section 8 Company. 200+ NGOs served.
Trust Registration
Complete assistance with Trust registration under Indian Trusts Act, 1882. Completed within 15-20 days.
Society Registration
Expert guidance for Society registration under Societies Registration Act, 1860. Completed within 20-30 days.
Section 8 Company
Non-profit company incorporation through MCA SPICe+ process. Completed within 25-35 days.
FCRA Registration
Complete assistance with Foreign Contribution Regulation Act registration. 100% success rate.
12A & 80G Registration
Income tax exemption under Section 12A and donor tax benefits under Section 80G.
CSR Advisory
Corporate Social Responsibility compliance under Section 135 of the Companies Act.
Trust vs Society vs Section 8 Company
| Parameter | Trust | Society | Section 8 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Members | 2 Trustees | 7 Members | 2 Directors |
| Governing Law | Indian Trusts Act, 1882 | Societies Act, 1860 | Companies Act, 2013 |
| Registration Authority | Sub-Registrar | Registrar of Societies | Ministry of Corporate Affairs |
| Timeline | 15-20 days | 20-30 days | 25-35 days |
Frequently Asked Questions
FCRA Registration is long-term (5 years), allows multiple donors. Prior Permission is short-term for specific projects. HLAPL advises the best option based on your NGO's profile.
FCRA registration through MHA typically takes 90-120 days. HLAPL success rate is 100%.
Yes. HLAPL offers pro-bono and subsidized legal services to qualifying NGOs through our empanelment program.
Free Empanelment for NGOs
Apply for our empanelment program and access premium legal support at reduced fees.
Apply for Empanelment →📞 NGO Helpline: +91 9891224152 (WhatsApp/Text)
✉️ NGO Support: info@hlapl.com
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