12A Registration: This registration under Section 12A of the Income Tax Act, 1961, provides tax exemptions on the income earned from donations and grants. It’s a mandatory registration for NGOs to benefit from tax exemptions on their income.

80G Registration: Under Section 80G, NGOs can offer tax deductions to their donors, thereby encouraging more contributions. This registration is voluntary and can only be obtained after securing 12A registration.

Section 12A of the Income Tax Act: It exempts income from donations and grants for charitable purposes from being taxed. It ensures NGOs are not taxed on their income, which is directed towards charitable or religious activities.

Section 80G of the Income Tax Act: It allows donors to claim deductions on their contributions to NGOs. This section encourages more substantial donations by providing a tax incentive to donors.

12A Registration: Applicable to trusts, societies, or Section 8 companies established for charitable or religious purposes. The organization must demonstrate that its activities are focused on charitable objectives and that no profit is distributed to individuals or groups.

80G Registration: Applicable to NGOs that have already obtained 12A registration. It ensures that donations made to these organizations are eligible for tax deductions under Section 80G, benefiting both the organization and its donors.

The main objective of 12A registration is to attain an exception from income tax payment.

Here is a checklist of documents required for 12A registration:

80G registration creates a route for donors to enjoy tax deduction benefits. Here is a checklist of documents required for 80G registration:

The Process for 12A and 80G Registrations registration process includes the following steps:

Initial registrations under Sections 12A and 80G are provisional and valid for three years. Renewal must be applied for 6 months before expiry or within 6 months of starting activities. Renewed registrations are valid for five years.

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