Updated on June 19, 2025 02:53:21 PM
One excellent way to support social causes and community development in Andhra Pradesh is to launch an NGO. To guarantee seamless operation and official recognition, it's critical to adhere to the correct legal procedure when registering an NGO in the state. The Societies Registration Act, the Indian Trust Act, or Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013 are the three main acts that govern NGO registration in Andhra Pradesh. Depending on the objectives and organizational structure, each type has unique advantages and appropriateness.
Gaining legal status through NGO registration facilitates bank account opening, government grant applications, donation receipts, and public trust. The registration procedure in Andhra Pradesh is straightforward but requires meticulous documentation. Documents like the Memorandum of Association (MOA), Rules and Regulations, member identification and proof of address, and more are required. If the organization is a trust, it must have at least two members; if it is a society, it must have at least seven.
Additionally, NGO registration can be done online, which expedites and simplifies the process. You can easily finish the process with professional assistance. Whether your goal is to advance environmental protection, women's empowerment, health, education, or any other social cause, registering your NGO properly is the first step to making a significant difference.
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NGO registration in Andhra Pradesh is the legal process of officially recognizing a non-profit organization that operates for social, charitable, or community-focused objectives. It allows individuals or groups to register an NGO with the appropriate authority, giving it a separate legal identity to function lawfully within the state.
By completing the NGO registration process in Andhra Pradesh, organizations become eligible for various benefits such as tax exemptions (12A & 80G), government grants, CSR funding, and international donations. It also enables the NGO to open a bank account, receive donations, and operate transparently under government guidelines.
Registering an NGO ensures legal compliance, builds trust among donors and stakeholders, and strengthens the credibility of the organization. Whether you’re starting a trust, society, or Section 8 company, proper NGO registration is the first step toward creating a lasting social impact in Andhra Pradesh.
There are three types of NGO registration, and each of them are governed by different laws:
Section 8 company is the most popular form of NGO registration and has more credibility among donors, government and other stakeholders. It has more benefits than traditional charitable institutions and is registered under the Companies Act, 2013. The main objective of Section 8 company is to promote arts, sports, commerce, science, religion, social welfare, charity and environmental protection. Section 8 company can be registered both as a private limited company or a public limited company.
Trust, also known as Charitable Trust, is a non-profit organization registered under the Trust Act of 1882. Trust is incorporated as a legal entity where the owner or “trustor” transfers his assets to the second party or “trustee” for the benefit of the third party or “beneficiary”. There are two types of trust - Public Trust and Private Trust. Public Trust is created to provide benefit to the general public, and Private Trust is created to benefit a particular group of individuals.
Society is a form of non-governmental organization created by a group of individuals united for a common non-profit objective of a charitable cause. It is registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860. All the entity members come together and work towards promoting charitable activities like education, art, science, religion, sport, etc.
Note: It should be ensured that the company name does not resemble the name of any other already registered company and also does not violate the provisions of emblems and names (Prevention of Improper Use Act, 1950). You can quickly check the name availability by using our company name search tool to verify the same.
Post incorporation of Section 8 company, you’ll receive the following documents:
Post incorporation of Trust, you’ll receive the following documents:
Post incorporation of Society, you’ll receive the following documents:
The total fee for NGO registration in Andhra Pradesh is ₹10,999 , which includes government fee as well as professional fee of Professional Utilities.
| NGO Registration in Andhra Pradesh | Registration Fees |
|---|---|
| ✅ Digital Signature Certificate Fee | ₹3,000 |
| ✅ Government Fee(Stamp Duty) | ₹4,000 |
| ✅ Professional Fee | ₹3,999 |
| ✅ Total Cost | ₹10,999* |
Note: The aformentioned Fees is exclusive of GST.
*Important Note: The total cost of registering a company varies from state to state. Refer to the map for state-wise prices.
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Working towards the betterment and improvement of society without any profit motive is an excellent service to the world. To do that legally, establishing an NGO is very important to get various benefits like donations from prominent foundations, tax exemptions, etc.
Choosing the suitable form of NGO is equally crucial as it is a one time work but would benefit the organization in the long-term. We at Professional Utilities offer free expert consultation to help you choose the right kind of non-profit organization as per your requirements. Get in touch with our professional team to decide which form of non-governmental organization is most suitable for your company’s goals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
First, you need to decide which type of NGO you want to establish. Secondly, you need to arrange & provide proper identity & address proof of directors, members, and professionals' declaration (CA, CS, etc.).
It depends on the type of NGO and the number of people registered as members.
Name of a Section 8 Company (NGO) should not include the words Private Limited (Pvt. Ltd.) or Limited (Ltd.) at the end of its name. The proposed name of a Section 8 Company shall include either of the words - Foundation / Forum / Association / Federation / Chambers / Confederation / Council / Electoral Trust as per Rule 8A(1)(u) of Companies (Incorporation) Fifth Amendment Rules, 2019.
No, a single person cannot start an NGO. Minimum two people are required for Section 8 company incorporation, and at least three people are required for Trust and Society registration.
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