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  • Section 8 Company vs NGO in India: Differences Explained

    Section 8 Company vs NGO in India: Differences Explained

    The key difference between an NGO and a Section 8 Company is their legal structure. A Section 8 Company registers under the Companies Act, 2013, and follows corporate governance under the Registrar of Companies. An NGO, structured as a Trust or Society, follows state-level trust laws or the Societies Registration Act, 1860, with simpler and […]

  • What is the Difference Between NGOs and NPOs in India?

    What is the Difference Between NGOs and NPOs in India?

    In India, the difference between an NGO and an NPO is mainly functional rather than legal. An NGO generally refers to a non-governmental organization working on social, humanitarian, environmental, or public-interest issues, while an NPO operates without distributing profits to its members or owners. Indian law does not recognize them as separate legal categories. This […]

  • NGO Darpan Registration Fees 2026: Full Cost Breakdown

    NGO Darpan Registration Fees 2026: Full Cost Breakdown

    NGO Darpan registration is completely free. NITI Aayog charges no fee for portal registration or issuance of the Unique ID, and the ID has no renewal cost. The expenses arise from establishing the NGO as a trust, society, or Section 8 company, which may cost around ₹10,000–₹50,000, plus professional assistance of ₹1,999 and annual audit […]

  • Role of the President in a Trust: Powers, Duties, and Liabilities

    Role of the President in a Trust: Powers, Duties, and Liabilities

    The role of the President in a trust generally includes leading the board of trustees or managing committee, guiding the trust’s direction, and representing it in its dealings. However, the legal position is important: the office of “President” is not created by the Indian Trusts Act, 1882, which refers to trustees, the author of the […]