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12A Registration for NGOs

How to get 12A registration for charitable trusts to avail income tax exemptions.

GetYourCA Team
1 March 2025·Updated 9 April 20261 min read12.5K views
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12A Registration for NGOs

What is 12A?#

Income Tax registration for charitable trusts.

Benefits#

  • Income tax exemption
  • Donors get 80G benefit
  • Grants and donations eligibility

Eligibility#

  • Charitable trust
  • Religious trust
  • Non-profit company

Documents Required#

  • Trust deed
  • PAN card
  • Address proof
  • Financial statements
  • Activity report

Application Process#

  1. Apply to PCIT
  2. Submit documents
  3. Verification
  4. Get registration certificate

Conclusion#

12A registration is essential for NGOs.

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