Society, Trust & NGO Advisory and Compliance Services
Our firm provides specialized legal, financial, and regulatory advisory for the formation and governance of Societies, Trusts, and NGOs. We navigate the complex intersection of state-specific regulations, the Income Tax Act, and foreign contribution laws to ensure your non-profit entity remains perfectly compliant. From securing crucial tax exemptions to managing rigorous donor audits, we act as the financial backbone of your philanthropic vision. Our strategic oversight ensures maximum transparency, allowing your organization to focus entirely on its social impact.
Detailed Offerings
Trust & Society Registration and Deed Drafting
We manage the complete end-to-end registration process for both public charitable trusts and state-level societies tailored to your social objectives. Our team meticulously drafts Trust Deeds and Memorandums of Association, ensuring clear definitions of settler rights, trustee powers, and charitable scopes. We handle all bureaucratic liaisons with the Sub-Registrar or Charity Commissioner to secure your legal incorporation without delay. This robust legal foundation prevents future disputes and clearly establishes your entity's philanthropic mandate.
12A & 80G Tax Exemption Registrations
Securing tax exemptions is critical for the survival of any NGO; we expertly manage your applications for 12A and 80G registrations under the Income Tax Act. Our team prepares the comprehensive documentation required to prove the genuineness of your charitable activities to the Commissioner of Income Tax. These approvals make your organization highly attractive to corporate and individual donors by providing them with immediate tax relief. We ensure your philanthropic income is legally shielded from standard corporate taxation.
FCRA Registration & Foreign Contribution Compliance
For NGOs seeking international grants, we navigate the highly scrutinized Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) registration and prior permission processes. We establish the mandatory SBI New Delhi main branch accounts and ensure all foreign remittances are correctly classified and utilized. Our team handles the rigorous annual FC-4 return filings, preventing severe penalties or the suspension of your international funding. We safeguard your cross-border philanthropic supply chain with absolute regulatory precision.
CSR Funding Advisory & Form CSR-1 Filing
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds represent a massive capital pool for NGOs; we help you access it legally and efficiently. We manage the mandatory filing of Form CSR-1 with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) to generate your unique CSR Registration Number. Our experts also assist in drafting detailed project proposals and impact assessment reports required by corporate donors. We bridge the gap between your on-ground social initiatives and corporate compliance mandates.
NITI Aayog NGO Darpan Registration
To apply for any central or state government grants, enrolling on the NITI Aayog's NGO Darpan portal is a strict mandatory prerequisite. We manage this entire profile creation process, linking your PAN, Aadhaar of key members, and registration certificates to generate your unique Darpan ID. This enrollment dramatically enhances your organization's credibility in the eyes of institutional donors and government departments. We ensure your portal is continuously updated to reflect your latest financial and operational achievements.
Statutory Audit & Annual Tax Filing (ITR-7)
Non-profit organizations face unique auditing standards; we conduct specialized statutory audits that verify fund utilization against charitable objectives. We meticulously prepare and file the complex ITR-7 return, ensuring the mandatory 85% fund application rule is met or correctly accumulated under Section 8A. Our audits provide absolute transparency to your donors, board members, and the Income Tax Department. We transform routine compliance into a powerful statement of your organization's financial integrity.
Project-Specific Utilization Certificates
Institutional donors and government bodies require strict proof that their funds were deployed exactly as outlined in the approved project budgets. We conduct forensic reviews of your project expenditures to trace every grant rupee, issuing rigorous CA Utilization Certificates. Our independent verification ensures you meet the strict reporting deadlines dictated by international agencies or corporate CSR boards. This flawless financial reporting guarantees continued funding tranches and long-term donor trust.
Advisory on Corpus Funds & Investment Mandates
Charitable entities must adhere to strict guidelines under Section 8A(E) of the Income Tax Act when investing their corpus or surplus funds. We advise your board of trustees on permitted investment avenues, such as government bonds, post office savings, or scheduled bank deposits. Our team ensures that your accumulated funds generate optimal interest without violating any tax-exempt status rules. This proactive treasury management protects your capital base while adhering to all non-profit statutory restrictions.
Internal Control & Governance Reviews for NGOs
As an NGO scales, the risk of financial mismanagement or fund misappropriation increases significantly without robust internal checks. We design and implement specialized internal control frameworks tailored for non-profit operations, covering procurement, payroll, and cash disbursements. Our periodic governance reviews ensure the managing committee fulfills its fiduciary duties transparently and efficiently. This institutional strengthening protects your organization from reputational damage and regulatory audits.
Amalgamation, Dissolution & Succession of Trusts
When NGOs wish to merge to consolidate their social impact or need to formally dissolve, we guide the complex legal transition. We handle the transfer of assets and liabilities, ensuring compliance with the cy-près doctrine and the specific terms of the original trust deed. For aging trustee boards, we also design formal succession plans to seamlessly induct new leadership. Our strategic intervention ensures the philanthropic mission survives structural changes without legal friction.
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