Overview
12A registration (now 12AB) allows a charitable trust, society or Section 8 company to claim exemption from income tax on income applied to its charitable objects.
CorpRaasta prepares and files your 12A application with the Income Tax Department and supports you through approval.
What is 12A Registration?
12A/12AB registration is an Income Tax registration that exempts a charitable organisation’s income from tax, subject to applying it for charitable purposes.
Who needs it
Newly formed charitable trusts and societies
Section 8 companies with charitable objects
NGOs wanting tax exemption on income
Organisations preparing to seek grants
Documents required
Trust deed / registration certificate and PAN
Details of trustees / members
Objects and activity details
Financials (if available)
Registered office proof
How it works
01
Prepare application
The 12A application is prepared with objects and activities.
02
File online
The application is filed with the IT department.
03
Clarifications
We handle any queries raised.
04
Certificate
The 12A/12AB registration is granted.
Benefits
Exemption from income tax on applied income
Foundation for 80G and grant eligibility
Improved credibility as a recognised NGO
Long-term tax efficiency
Compliance with charitable-income rules
HOW CORPRAASTA HELPS
What we do for you
12A/12AB application drafting and filing
Objects and activity note preparation
Query handling with the department