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Society Registration Services India | Advisorate

Complete guide to Society Registration services

What is a Society?

A Society is a legal entity formed by a group of individuals for charitable, literary, scientific, or social purposes. In India, societies are governed by the Societies Registration Act, 1860 and require proper registration to gain legal recognition.

Process for Society Registration

  1. 1

    Select a Unique Name for the Society

    The name must be unique and not similar to any existing registered entity.

    It should not violate any trademark or government restrictions.

  2. 2

    Draft the Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Rules & Regulations

    The Memorandum of Association (MOA) outlines the objectives and mission of the society.

    The Rules & Regulations define the internal governance, membership details, roles of office bearers, and decision-making process.

  3. 3

    Prepare the List of Founding Members

    A minimum of seven members is required for registration.

    The list must include details such as name, address, occupation, and designation.

  4. 4

    Execute the MOA and Rules & Regulations

    All members must sign the MOA and Rules & Regulations.

    The documents should be witnessed and notarized.

  5. 5

    Submission of Application to the Registrar of Societies

    The application must be submitted to the Registrar of Societies of the respective state.

    It should include the following:

    • MOA and Rules & Regulations
    • List of members
    • Address proof of the society's registered office
    • Affidavits and declarations from members
    • Copy of PAN Card of members
  6. 6

    Verification and Approval

    The Registrar reviews the documents for compliance.

    If all requirements are met, the society is granted a Certificate of Registration.

Documents Required for Society Registration

Memorandum of Association (MOA)
Rules & Regulations of the society
Affidavit by the president or secretary stating compliance
Identity Proof (PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, Passport, Voter ID) of all members
Address Proof of the registered office (Electricity Bill, Rental Agreement, NOC from the owner)
List of Executive Committee Members
Covering Letter requesting registration

Society Registration Services

  • Expert society registration support
  • Comprehensive document preparation
  • Assistance with bylaws and memorandum
  • Guidance on compliance requirements
  • Ongoing regulatory support
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Timeline for Completion

Complete Registration Process

30-45 days

(Depending on the state and completeness of documentation)