Updated on August 06, 2025 12:16:59 PM
Establishing an NGO in Gujarat is a noble way to give back to the community and promote important causes like women's empowerment, rural development, healthcare, education, and environmental preservation. Registering your NGO through the proper legal procedure is the first step towards operating legally and efficiently.
NGOs in Gujarat may register under one of three forms: a Section 8 Company, a Trust, or a Society. According to the Indian Trusts Act, a trust must have at least two trustees. A society that is appropriate for social service and group activities must have at least seven members and be registered under the Societies Registration Act of 1860. A Section 8 Company, which is regulated by the Companies Act of 2013, is the best option for people who wish to conduct business under a corporate framework.
By registering your NGO, you give it a legal identity, which makes it possible to receive donations, apply for government grants, open a bank account, and gain the trust of donors and partners. Members' identification and proof of address, a Memorandum of Association (MOA), Rules and Regulations, and passport-size photos are among the necessary paperwork. The process is now quicker, easier, and more accessible thanks to Gujarat's online NGO registration option. Professional assistance can guarantee that your documents are submitted accurately and streamline the registration process.
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NGO registration in Gujarat is the legal process of forming a non-profit organization to work for social, charitable, or developmental causes. It provides the NGO with a separate legal identity, allowing it to operate lawfully, receive donations, and access various government and CSR funding opportunities.
Once registered, an NGO in Gujarat becomes eligible for tax exemptions under Section 12A and 80G of the Income Tax Act. These benefits help reduce financial burdens and encourage donors to contribute by offering them tax deductions.
Registering your NGO also helps in building credibility, improving transparency, and gaining trust from the public, donors, and government authorities. It opens doors to partnerships, grants, and long-term support for your initiatives.
Whether you plan to work in education, healthcare, women empowerment, or rural development, NGO registration in Gujarat is the first step toward creating lasting social impact through a legally recognized platform.
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 Gujarat is ₹9,499 , which includes government fee as well as professional fee of Professional Utilities.
NGO Registration in Gujarat | Registration Fees |
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✅ Digital Signature Certificate Fee | ₹3,000 |
✅ Government Fee(Stamp Duty) | ₹2,500 |
✅ Professional Fee | ₹3,999 |
✅ Total Cost | ₹9,499* |
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.
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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