NGO stands for non-governmental organization. While there is no universally agreed-upon definition of an NGO, typically it is a voluntary group or institution with a social mission, which operates independently from government.

A non-governmental organization (NGO) is a non-profit group that functions independently of any government. NGOs, sometimes called civil societies, are organized on community, national and international levels to serve a social or political goal such as humanitarian causes or the environment.

  • Right to Acquire Assets
  • Protection from Personal Liability
  • Corporate Entity. As a corporate body, your organization’s dealings and engagements with the public will improve
  • Structured Financial Plan
  • Stability
  • Identity Proof (Voter ID/ Aadhar Card, etc)
  • Passport (mandatory)
  • Proof of residence ( Electricity/ Telephone/ Mobile Bill or Bank Statement)
  • Registered Office Address Proof (Rent agreement if the premises is not owned by the company)
  • Documents claiming the ownership such as Sale Deed or House Tax receipt along with a NOC
  • At least two shareholders
  • At least two shareholders
  • Minimum of two directors
  • At least one Director should be an Indian resident
  • There is no minimum capital required
  • Income tax PAN (mandatory)

It can be concluded that legal compliance of NGOs are mandatory. The NGO, such as registered as the Company has to follow the Section 8 Annual Compliance. Section 8 companies have to follow annual compliance. Legislations like the Income Tax Act play a significant role, as it provides deductions to the donors.