A Section 8 Company, named after Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013, is a company formed for promoting charity, education, art, science, sports, social welfare, environmental protection, or similar objects, where profits (if any) must be applied only toward the company's objectives and cannot be distributed to members as dividends.
We manage the complete incorporation process, including obtaining the special license from the Registrar of Companies required for Section 8 status, along with the standard company incorporation filings.
Who Needs This
- Founders establishing an NGO or non-profit with a formal corporate structure.
- Educational or social welfare initiatives seeking legal recognition.
- Organizations wanting eligibility for CSR funding and tax exemptions.
- Existing trusts or societies converting to a Section 8 Company structure.
Strategic Benefits
- Greater credibility with donors, grant-makers, and CSR funders
- Eligible for tax exemptions under Income Tax Act provisions
- Limited liability protection for members/directors
- Perpetual succession and formal corporate governance structure
Process Timeline
Name & License
Name reservation and application for Section 8 license from the Registrar.
Incorporation Filing
SPICe+ filing with MOA, AOA, and declaration of non-profit objects.
Certificate Issuance
Certificate of Incorporation issued along with the Section 8 license.