Society registration allows a group of individuals to function as a legal entity for non-profit purposes. It ensures recognition under the law and enables the society to achieve its objectives, such as education, art, science, or charity.

• Charitable Societies: Focused on philanthropic activities.
• Cultural Societies: Established for promoting art, music, or literature.
• Scientific Societies: Engaged in research and dissemination of scientific knowledge.

• Legal Recognition: Provides the society with a legal identity.
• Tax Benefits: Eligibility for tax exemptions under the Income Tax Act.
• Credibility: Builds trust among donors, beneficiaries, and stakeholders.

• Governed by the Societies Registration Act, 1860, with state-specific amendments.
• A minimum of seven members is required for registration.
• Registration is managed by the respective state Registrar of Societies.

• Draft the Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Rules & Regulations.
• Ensure the society has a unique name not already registered.
• Identify the society’s registered office and prepare proof of address.
• Gather signatures of all founding members on the MOA.

• Step 1: Draft the MOA and Rules & Regulations, detailing the objectives and governance structure.
• Step 2: Submit the application along with supporting documents to the Registrar of Societies.
• Step 3: Pay the applicable registration fees.
• Step 4: The Registrar verifies the documents and grants the Certificate of Registration.

• Conflicts over naming rights with existing societies.
• Improperly drafted MOA or Rules & Regulations.
• Delays in verification or approval by the Registrar.

• MOA and Rules & Regulations.
• Identity and address proofs of all members.
• Proof of registered office address.
• Signed declaration by the members.

• Submit the application and supporting documents to the Registrar of Societies.
• The registration process typically takes 15-30 working days, depending on the state.

• Registration Fees: Rs. 500 to Rs. 5,000, depending on the state.
• Professional Fees: For drafting documents and managing the application process.
• Estimated Total Cost: Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 20,000, depending on professional assistance.