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Section 8 Company Registration

A Section 8 Company is a specific, purposeful entity incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013 for charitable or non-profit purposes. It is the best business form for individuals and institutions who wish to serve society lawfully and yet benefit from a corporate structure — like credibility, governance, and perpetual life.

Isolated and governed by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), Section 8 Companies are established on principles of social welfare, education, environment, art, science, and community development, with no motive of sharing profits among its members. The excess generated is instead invested back for the advancement of its goal.

Section 8 Companies are the gold standard for foundations, non-profit startups, charitable societies, and NGOs wanting to leave a genuine mark. Whether it is for grant-receiving, CSR funds from corporates, foreign donations (under FCRA), or establishing long-term credibility — this model is transparent, formal, and accepted by regulators, donors, and stakeholders.

In contrast to Trusts or Societies, a Section 8 Company is facilitated with stringent compliance regulations, formal governance, limited liability, and legal identity under the Companies Act — and hence, it is more secure for institutional finance and mass-level operations.

📋 Eligibility to Register a Section 8 Company in India

In order to include an Section 8 company in India, the following legal, personal, and procedural eligibility criteria mentioned in the Companies Act, 2013 and Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) rules have to be met by the applicant:

✅ 7. Unique Name and No Profit Motive

The suggested company name should be: * Unique * Non-offensive * Should not convey any profit motive "foundation," "association," "federation," "trust," "council," "society," etc., are recommended names.

✅8. Registered Office in India

You should furnish a valid registered office address in India with: * Utility bill (less than 2 months old) * Rent agreement/NOC from the owner

✅9. Central Government Approval (through ROC)

In order to register a Section 8 Company, you are required to take prior approval from the Registrar of Companies by making an application with a detailed application, declarations, and supporting documents.

🧾 Documents Required for Section 8 Company  Registration in India

Section 8 company registration involves the submission of various personal, residential, and business papers. Here is the exhaustive list with detailed explanation of each:

✅ 1. Director's PAN Card (Compulsory)

A *Permanent Account Number (PAN)** card provided by the Income Tax Department must be produced for verification of identity. It has to clearly bear the full name (according to Aadhaar), the father's name, and date of birth. * A legible, color-scanned copy should be filed.

✅ 2. Director's Aadhaar Card

* Aadhaar is a proof of address and identity. It is also mandatory for *Aadhaar-based e-KYC** at the time of issue of Digital Signature Certificate (DSC). Tip: Make sure the mobile number registered with Aadhaar is active for OTP authentication.

✅ 3. Recent Passport-Size Photograph

Clear, high-quality, front-facing passport-size photo with plain background. Format: JPEG/PNG. Background: Light color (preferably white or blue).Purpose: DSC, DIN application, and internal use.

✅ 4. Director's Address Proof (Any One Below)

Should not be more than 2 months old from the submission date. Documents accepted are: ✅ Bank Statement (showing recent transactions) ✅ Electricity Bill ✅ Telephone Bill (Landline/Mobile Postpaid) ✅ Gas Bill

✅ 5. Registered Office Address Proof

If the business address is not your residential address, the following are needed If Rented:* Rent Agreement (in company name or promoter's name) * No Objection Certificate (NOC) of the landlord * Utility bill (electricity/water/gas) of the premises (not older than 2 months) If Owned: Electricity bill ,NOC not required if the property is self-owned

✅ 6. Shareholder's Identity Documents (Mandatory)

Should not be more than 2 months old from the submission date. Documents accepted are: ✅ Bank Statement (showing recent transactions) ✅ Electricity Bill ✅ Telephone Bill (Landline/Mobile Postpaid) ✅ Gas Bill

✅ 7. Email ID and Mobile Number of Director/Shareholder

* Email and mobile both must be active and unique (not already in use in another OPC or company).

✅ 8. Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) Documents

For issuing a Class 3 DSC (which is needed for e-signing incorporation documents), you will require: * PAN & Aadhaar * Photograph * Mobile-linked Aadhaar for OTP

Step-by-Step Section 8 Company Registration Process in India

Registering a Section 8 Company  is a legal and procedural process governed by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). The process is now fully online and paperless, making it easier and faster to incorporate your Public Limited Company with expert assistance.

✅ Step 1: Apply for Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)

Every company director must sign forms electronically using a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC). Documents Required: * PAN Card * Aadhaar Card (associated with mobile)

* Passport-sized Photo * Email ID & Mobile Number Time: 1 working day Purpose: Required for signing incorporation documents electronically

✅ Step 2: Name Reservation through RUN (Reserve Unique Name)

The suggested name of the OPC has to be approved by MCA. Guidelines: * Must be unique, not similar to any other existing company or trademark * Two name options can be submitted Time: 1–2 working days Form: RUN (Reserve Unique Name) on MCA portal

✅ Step 3: Drafting of Legal Documents (MOA & AOA)

After approval of the name, the below legal documents are drafted: * Memorandum of Association (MOA) – specifies your business aims * Articles of Association (AOA) – specifies rules of operation.

✅ Step 4: Filing the Incorporation Form (SPICe+)

SPICe+ is a holistic web form consisting of: * Company Registration * Director Identification Number (DIN) * PAN & TAN Application * ESIC & EPFO Registration * Bank Account Opening Option. Details Required: * Director & Nominee details * Registered Office address * Business activity codes, Time: 2–3 working days All forms are submitted online through MCA portal.

✅ Step 5: Certificate of Incorporation (COI)

After SPICe+ and supporting documents are approved and verified by the ROC (Registrar of Companies), a Certificate of Incorporation (COI) is issued. This comprises:

* Company CIN (Corporate Identification Number) * DIN (where not already granted) * PAN & TAN (auto-issued) Time: 1 working day after approval. Your Private Limited Company is now legally registered!

✅ Step 6: Post-Incorporation Formalities

Post-incorporation, follow the below steps: 1. Application for GST Registration(if required) 2. Opening a Current Bank Account in the company's name 3. Printing Company Letterhead, Board Resolutions, Share certificates 4. Statutory Registers and Accounting books 5. Commencement of business operations

✅1. Purpose Must Be Charitable or Not-for-Profit

The company has to be incorporated with the aim of promoting:* Commerce * Art * Science * Sports * Education * Research * Social welfare * Religion * Charity * Protection of environment * Any other activity that is good for society > Profit earned should be used solely for the promotion of the object — not paid as dividends.

✅2. Intention to Use Profits Towards the Object

The promoters shall state that: * All profits, donations, or excess shall be used only for the aforesaid activities under the main object clause. * None of the profits shall be distributed among directors or members.

✅3. Minimum Number of Members

According to company structure: * Private Section 8 Company – Minimum 2 Directors and 2 Members * Public Section 8 Company – Minimum 3 Directors and 7 Members

* No maximum number of members.

✅4. Indian Resident as Director

At least one director should be a resident of India, i.e., the person who has been present in India for at least 182 days during the last financial year.

✅ 5. Valid Digital Signatures (DSC)

All the proposed directors and subscribers should possess Class 3 DSC in order to sign the e-forms presented to the MCA.

✅ 6. DIN for Directors

Each director should possess a valid Director Identification Number (DIN). It can be used together with the process of incorporation.

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