Section 8 Company
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Section 8 Company Registration in India with Delfyle
A Section 8 Company is a non-profit organization aimed at promoting charitable activities, education, arts, science, and sports. Profits are used solely to further these objectives and are not distributed among members. Delfyle provides end-to-end services to help you establish a Section 8 Company efficiently, with expert guidance throughout the process.
What is a Section 8 Company?
According to the Companies Act, 2013, Section 8 Companies are organizations established to promote arts, commerce, science, research, education, sports, charity, social welfare, religion, environmental protection, or other similar objectives. These companies utilize profits solely to achieve their mission and do not distribute dividends to shareholders.
Overview of Section 8 Company Registration
Section 8 Companies are formed to support non-profit goals, including education, social welfare, environmental preservation, arts, charity, sports research, and more. A minimum of two directors is required for registration, and there is no minimum paid-up capital. Delfyle ensures all legal formalities and documentation are handled professionally for smooth incorporation.
Key Points about Section 8 Companies
- • NGOs can register as a Section 8 Company under the Companies Act, 2013
- • Profits cannot be used for purposes other than charitable objectives or distributed among members
- • Section 8 Companies succeed the earlier Section 25 Companies under the Companies Act, 1956
- • Must comply with Companies Act, maintain accounts, file returns, and adhere to GST and IT regulations
- • Changes to MoA or AoA require government approval
Delfyle provides professional Section 8 Company registration services, managing documentation, approvals, and legal compliance, so you can focus on your non-profit mission.
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Section 8 Company Registration in India
Section 8 Company Registration | Eligibility Criteria | Legal Requirements | Documents Required
Eligibility Criteria for Section 8 Company
Specific eligibility criteria must be met to establish a Section 8 company in India:
- An Indian national or Hindu Undivided Family (HUF) can incorporate a Section 8 Company.
- The entity must have at least one director.
- The primary objective should be related to promoting art and science, sports, charitable activities, education, or providing financial assistance to individuals from lower-income groups.
Mandatory Legal Requirements
Before applying for the incorporation process, the following legal requisites must be fulfilled:
- Number of Directors: Minimum two for private limited, three for public limited.
- Number of Members: Private limited max 200 members; public limited has no limit.
- Capital Requirement and Name: No minimum paid-up capital required; 'Private Limited' or 'Limited' not required in name.
- Company Objectives: Must have non-profit objectives clearly stated in MoA and AoA.
Documents Required for Incorporation
- Articles of Association (AOA) and Memorandum of Association (MOA)
- Declaration by the first director(s) and subscriber(s)
- Proof of office address (utility bills, rent agreement, etc.)
- Certificate of incorporation (if applicable)
- Resolution passed by the promoter company
- Consent of Nominee (INC-3)
- Identity and residential proof of nominees and subscribers
- Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
- Declaration of unregistered companies
Section 8 Company Incorporation in India with Delfyle
Incorporating a Section 8 Company is ideal for organizations aiming to operate on a non-profit basis while enjoying a separate legal identity. Section 8 companies allow you to pursue charitable objectives, social welfare, and other not-for-profit activities with credibility and legal recognition. Delfyle simplifies the registration process from documentation to approval.
Eligibility & Mandatory Requirements
Specific eligibility criteria and legal requirements must be met before incorporation. An Indian national or Hindu Undivided Family (HUF) can incorporate a Section 8 company. At least one director is required, and objectives must relate to art, science, sports, charitable activities, education, or providing financial assistance to individuals from lower-income groups. Private limited companies require at least two directors, and public limited companies require three. Membership limits, capital requirements, and non-profit objectives must comply with MoA and AoA provisions.
Section 8 Company Incorporation Process
- • Obtain Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) for all directors
- • Acquire Director Identification Number (DIN) from MCA
- • Reserve the company name and get MCA approval
- • File the incorporation application (Form INC-32) with MoA & AoA
- • Apply for Section 8 license (Form INC-12)
- • Obtain Certificate of Incorporation (Form INC-16) from ROC
Donations & Funding
- • Foreign Contributions: Requires FCRA registration if accepting foreign donations
- • Equity Funding: Can issue new equity shares at a premium
- • Domestic Donations: Accept donations with compliance to anti-money laundering regulations
Delfyle provides end-to-end guidance for Section 8 Company registration, ensuring all legal formalities are met. Our team assists with documentation, filing, approvals, and compliance, helping organizations establish themselves as credible, non-profit entities efficiently.
"Delfyle ensures smooth, expert-assisted Section 8 Company registration and compliance."
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Why Choose Delfyle for
Section 8 Company Registration?
Our experts ensure smooth registration with guidance on documentation, approvals, and statutory compliance for nonprofit and social welfare organizations.
Nonprofit Focused
Perfect for organizations promoting social welfare, charity, or nonprofit objectives.
Quick Documentation
Efficient drafting of Memorandum and Articles of Association with expert assistance.
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Guidance on statutory approvals, licenses, and ongoing compliance requirements.
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