Updated on June 21, 2025 01:10:43 PM
In Karnataka, establishing an NGO is a potent way to support social progress and improve impoverished areas. Whether your organization is focused on women's empowerment, rural development, healthcare, education, or environmental protection, registering it gives it legitimacy and legal identity.
NGOs in Karnataka may register under one of three legal forms: a Section 8 Company, a Trust, or a Society. A trust needs at least two trustees and is regulated by the Indian Trusts Act. A Karnataka Societies Registration Act, 1960-registered society requires a minimum of seven members and is best suited for projects that focus on the community. For those seeking an organized, corporate-style nonprofit structure, a Section 8 Company, established under the Companies Act of 2013, is ideal.
In Karnataka, registering an NGO online has greatly streamlined and expedited the process. After registering, your NGO can open a bank account, submit applications for government programs and grants, accept donations from domestic and international sources, and gain the public's trust. Members' identification and proof of address, the Memorandum of Association (MOA), the Rules & Regulations, and passport-sized photos are essential documents.
You can prevent delays and guarantee a seamless registration process with professional help. Numerous avenues for funding, cooperation, and social impact can be accessed by a properly registered NGO.
Make the first move towards changing society for the better by selecting Professional Utilities for end-to-end assistance with online NGO registration in Karnataka.
NGO Registration [Sample]
NGO registration in Karnataka is the formal procedure to establish a non-profit organization that operates for charitable, educational, social, or welfare-driven purposes. Individuals or groups aiming to serve the public can register an NGO under three main structures — Trust, Society, or Section 8 Company — depending on the vision, scale, and operational model of the organization.
In Karnataka, Trusts are registered with the local Sub-Registrar, Societies with the Registrar of Societies under the Karnataka Societies Registration Act, and Section 8 Companies with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). The process requires documentation such as ID/address proofs, a registered office address, and a written objective or constitution.
Once registered, NGOs gain legal recognition, can receive domestic and foreign donations, apply for 12A and 80G tax exemptions, and become eligible for government or CSR funding. Proper registration ensures compliance and builds public trust in the organization’s mission.
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 Karnataka is ₹17,999 , which includes government fee as well as professional fee of Professional Utilities.
| NGO Registration in Karnataka | Registration Fees |
|---|---|
| ✅ Digital Signature Certificate Fee | ₹3,000 |
| ✅ Government Fee(Stamp Duty) | ₹11,000 |
| ✅ Professional Fee | ₹3,999 |
| ✅ Total Cost | ₹17,999* |
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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