Trust & Association Registration Services in Bangalore

End-to-End Trust, Society & Association Registration Services for Non-Profit Organisations in Bangalore

Your trusted partner for setting up and registering trusts, societies & member-based associations in Bangalore

Trust & Association Registration Services in Bangalore

Trust and association registration allows a non-profit organisation, a member-based association, or a charitable community to conduct social and welfare services. However, you cannot register your company under a single act; it depends on the type of organisation you are running. Trusts must register themselves under the Indian Trusts Act, 1882. Societies require registration under the Karnataka Societies Registration Act, 1860.

Distinguishing between the two can be confusing for a new business, which is why Actax India has introduced trust and society registration services in Bangalore.

Core Registration Types

Different legal frameworks cover the registration of Indian trusts and societies, depending on their specific purpose and management system.

Trust

The Indian Trusts Act is responsible for defining the rules and regulations of private trusts across the country. It is established for a third-party benefit and requires a minimum of two trustees. The rules and obligations of the trust are governed by a trust deed that you must

Society

Starting a society (association) means you have to follow the rules and regulations laid down in the Societies Registration Act, 1860. Its main purpose is social welfare and relief work. The minimum requirement for forming the society is a minimum of seven members and the filing of an annual return. The Memorandum of Association (MoA) is the governing body, and a society registration Karnataka is possible if you submit the application to the district registrar.

Section 8 Company

Section 8 company registration Bangalore is a legal process to form an NPO under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. Its governing body is the Companies Act. 2013 and is incorporated to fulfil commerce, art, science, and charitable objectives. Its key requirements are a minimum of two members and two directors, and they cannot be the same people. There is no minimum paid-up capital requirements and all profits are reinvested in achieving social purposes.

Which One Do You Need – Trust vs. Society vs. Section 8 Company?

Aspect	Trust	Society	Section 8 Company
Purpose	Manages charitable, religious, or private assets	Formed for educational and public benefit	Initiated for non-profit organisational activities
Governing Law	Indian Trusts Act, 1882	Societies Registration Act, 1860	Companies Act, 2013
Minimum Members	Two trustees	Seven members	Two members and two directors
Compliance	Requires minimum regulatory requirements	Requires state-level filing and annual reports	Strict annual report filing with the ROC
Suitable for	Family, religious, or cultural objectives	Charitable groups and membership-driven organisations	Large-scale NPO for social and educational purposes

Our Trust & Association Registration Services

At Actax India, our consultants ensure you can register your company and fulfil compliance requirements, helping you avoid delays. We also provide you with complete clarity on the legal and sensitive complications you might face during registration.

Public Charitable Trust Registration

A public charitable trust is governed by the Registration Act, 1908, in Karnataka, as the state does not have a separate act. You must present and register your organisation with the sub-registrar in Karnataka. Our consultants ensure that you fulfil all compliance requirements before submitting your application.

Private Trust Registration

Private trust is a legal establishment that works for profit instead of a charitable purpose. If you are establishing such a trust, you must fulfil the compliance requirements of the Indian Trusts Act, 1882. We make sure you have all the documents required and draft a suitable trust deed to present in front of the sub-registrar.

Society Registration (Karnataka Societies Registration Act)

Individuals must file an application and supporting documents with the district registrar in Karnataka. You have to fulfil the compliance requirements, as specified in the Karnataka Societies Registration Act. The Actax experts help complete the basic formalities and handle the post-submission process.

Trust Deed / Bye-laws Drafting

The settlor and trustees must draft a deed that explains the purpose of forming the trust and the bye-laws that govern its everyday operations. Therefore, it is important to pay utmost attention to the details you are mentioning. Consult an expert for trust deed drafting services to avoid mistakes and delays in the process.

12A & 80G Registration

As your consultants, we help you secure 12A registration for income tax exemptions and 80G approval so that eligible donors can claim tax deductions. We schedule a natural follow-up to fulfil tax, accounting and compliance requirements.

FCRA Guidance

In case your trust receives foreign contributions, we look after the FCRA registration for trusts. It will help you understand the registration process, compliance, reporting requirements, and additional regulations. As your consultants, we also help you receive and manage foreign donations without penalties.

Association Registration & Structuring

Our team helps groups select the right legal structure and fulfil the association requirements. Right from documentation to formalities, we help build a strong foundation for your future growth.

Documents Required for Trust or Society Registration

Trust Registration

• Trust deed
• Identity proof of trustees and settlor
• Passport-sized photographs
• Address proof of trustees and settlor
• Registered office address proof
• NOC

Society Registration

• MOA
• Bye-laws
• Member list
• Identity and address proof
• Passport-sized photographs
• NOC
• Declaration by the secretary

Step-by-Step Registration Process

We follow a rigid process, helping new companies complete their registration formalities so there is no delay in starting the operations:

Choose the appropriate structure, like Trust/Society/Section 8: We start by choosing the right structure for your company, depending on the objectives and requirements. After the appropriate selection, we prepare the application to submit to the dedicated registrar.
Draft trust deed or memorandum & bye-laws: Then we write down the trust deed or memorandum of association and bye-laws, depending on your company structure, so there is no discrepancy or delay in the approval.
Choose trustees/governing body members: We request our clients to select the governing body members or trustees of the organisation who will be responsible for overseeing the everyday operations.
Register with concerned authorities: Our team fulfils the trustee governing body requirements, i.e., registration with the concerned authorities. It is mandatory to register with the Sub-Registrar for a Trust and the Registrar of Societies for a Society.
Apply for 12A & 80G: If you are getting a tax exemption for your organisation, we will apply for 12A and 80G on your behalf so you can focus on your core operations.

Registration That Doesn't Stop at the Certificate – We Carry You Through Tax Exemption Too

Unlike other consultants who only see the registration through to completion, we support you every step of the way. Once your legal formalities are complete, we help you navigate through the next steps so you can focus on achieving the objectives:

12A

We seek income tax exemption approval.

80G

We help obtain an approval that you can claim applicable tax deductions.

FCRA

We assist with receiving and managing foreign contributions.

Ongoing Compliance

We help fulfil trusts and NGO compliance services india, like filling and documentation.

Who Guides Your Registration in Bangalore

You can approach a third-party advocate or a trusted consultant firm to provide you with trust and society registration services in Bangalore. Here, the aim is apply for registration with the local sub-registrar office and comply with the Indian Trusts Act/Karnataka Societies Registration Act.

Brands We Assisted To Get Registered in Bangalore

Start Your Trust/Society Registration

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FAQs on Trust & Association Registration Services in Bangalore

What is the minimum number of trustees required?

You need a minimum of two member trustees to start your organisation.

Can a trust operate without 12A/80G registration?

Yes, a trust can operate without registering under the 12A and 80G certifications. However, you will lose out on tax benefits.

How is a Society different from a Trust in terms of governance?

The members of a society elect the governing body, making it a democratic model. However, a trust is governed by board members who are named in the foundational document.

Can foreign nationals be trustees of an Indian trust?

No, foreign nationals are not eligible to be trustees of an Indian trust.

Is FCRA registration required immediately, or only when receiving foreign funds?

An FCRA registration is only mandatory when you intend to receive funds from overseas.

Trust & Association Registration Services in Bangalore

End-to-End Trust, Society & Association Registration Services for Non-Profit Organisations in Bangalore

Your trusted partner for setting up and registering trusts, societies & member-based associations in Bangalore