12A & 80G Registration Online
Make your NGO income-tax exempt and your donations tax-deductible. SSA Tax files Form 10A & 10AB accurately under the latest 2026 rules so you unlock grants, CSR funds and donor trust.
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What changed
12A & 80G in 2026, decoded
The exemption regime keeps evolving. Here's what's current this year and exactly how it affects your NGO's application and renewals.
10-year validity for small trusts
Trusts with gross receipts up to ₹5 crore in the preceding two financial years now get 10-year 12AB validity (FY 2025-26 onward). Larger trusts keep the 5-year cycle..
Provisional then final
New NGOs get provisional registration (Form 10A, 3 years). You must convert to final registration via Form 10AB within 6 months of starting activities or before provisional expiry whichever is earlier.
80G still renews every 5 years
Even with longer 12AB validity, 80G approval continues on a 5-year renewal cycle. Apply for renewal at least 6 months before expiry to keep donor benefits alive.
Softer cancellation rules
Under the Finance Act 2025, a "specified violation" no longer includes minor clerical errors or an incomplete application cancellation now requires genuinely false or incorrect information.
Form 10BD donation statement
80G-registered NGOs must file the annual donation statement (Form 10BD) by 31 May. Delay triggers a ₹200/day late fee, so accurate donor record-keeping is essential.
No government fee
Filing Form 10A or 10AB costs ₹0 in government fees. You only pay professional charges for expert drafting, objects-clause review and filing no hidden departmental cost.
The two halves
One protects your NGO. The other rewards your donors.
12A and 80G are separate registrations that work best together. Here's exactly what each one does and why serious nonprofits get both.
Income-tax exemption for the NGO
Registers your trust, society or Section 8 company so its surplus income donations, grants, membership and interest income is exempt from income tax, provided 85% is applied to charitable purposes.
- Full exemption on income used for charitable work
- Mandatory prerequisite before you can get 80G
- Required for most government grants & CSR funding
- Filed via Form 10A → Form 10AB
Tax deduction for your donors
Lets anyone who donates to your NGO claim a deduction usually 50% of the donation from their taxable income. It makes giving cheaper for donors and makes your cause far more attractive to fund.
- Donors claim up to 50% deduction (some funds 100%)
- Boosts credibility with individual & corporate donors
- Often a must-have for CSR partnerships
- Requires a valid 12A registration first
Step-by-Step
Your 12A & 80G registration process
From document prep to your approval order five clear steps, fully managed by our NGO compliance team.
Prepare documents
We review your trust deed/MOA, align the objects clause and collect financials.
Online filing
We file Form 10A (provisional) or Form 10AB (final/renewal) on the IT portal.
e-Verification
Upload attachments and verify via DSC or EVC of the authorised signatory.
CIT scrutiny
We respond to any clarifications the Commissioner (Exemption) may raise.
Certificate issued
Your 12A & 80G order (Form 10AC / 10AD) is granted and delivered by email.
Who can apply for 12A & 80G?
If your organisation exists for genuine charitable, religious, educational, medical, relief or environmental purposes and isn't run for private profit it can apply.
- ✓Public charitable & religious Trusts
- ✓Societies registered under the Societies Registration Act
- ✓Section 8 Companies (non-profit companies)
- ✓Institutions for education, medical relief, poverty or environment
- ✓Newly formed NGOs (via provisional registration first)
Documents required
- ①Registration certificate Trust Deed / Society reg. / MOA & AOA
- ②PAN card of the NGO mandatory
- ③Address proof electricity bill / rent agreement
- ④Trustee / member details PAN & Aadhaar
- ⑤Activity report & audited financials (up to 3 years, if applicable)
- ⑥DSC or EVC of the authorised signatory for verification
Transparent pricing
Honest packages for every NGO
No government fee, no surprises. Every plan includes document drafting, objects-clause review, filing and expert follow-up until your certificate is granted.
Basic
- Single registration (12A or 80G)
- Document drafting & review
- Form 10A / 10AB filing
- Expert filing support
Standard
- Both 12A & 80G together
- Objects-clause alignment
- CIT scrutiny handling
- Priority expert support
Premium
- Everything in Standard
- Audit & financials consultation
- Donor advisory + Form 10BD setup
- Dedicated relationship manager
*No government fee applies to Form 10A / 10AB. Trust-deed amendments, if required, may be quoted separately. Final price confirmed on consultation.
What Makes SSA Tax Different from Others?
Most consultants simply file Form 10A and wait. At SSA Tax, we focus on approval, compliance, and long-term support for trusts, societies, NGOs, and Section 8 companies.
Latest 12AB Rules Applied
We file applications under the latest 12AB framework and assess whether your organization qualifies for the new 10-year validity benefits.
Objects-Clause Experts
We review and align your Trust Deed or MOA with Income Tax requirements, helping prevent one of the most common causes of rejection.
1000+ NGOs Assisted
Extensive experience serving charitable trusts, societies, and Section 8 companies across India with registration and compliance support.
Transparent Pricing
Clear pricing structure with no hidden costs, surprise charges, or unnecessary add-on services.
Scrutiny & Query Handling
If the Commissioner of Income Tax raises clarifications or scrutiny notices, our experts prepare and submit professional responses on your behalf.
Lifetime Consultation Support
Receive ongoing guidance for renewals, Form 10BD, CSR-1, FCRA registrations, and related NGO compliance matters.
Complete NGO Compliance
From 12A and 80G registrations to CSR-1, FCRA, audits, and annual filings, we provide comprehensive nonprofit compliance services.
100% Online & PAN India Service
Complete your registration from anywhere in India through a fully digital process with expert support at every stage.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about 12A & 80G Registration in India.