Society Registration Services India | Advisorate

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