NGO/Trust Consultancy

In India, NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations) and Trusts can be established under various legal frameworks and serve different purposes such as charitable, religious, educational, medical, or social welfare. NGO/Trust consultancy services assist individuals or groups in forming and managing these organizations. Here’s a detailed list of the types of NGO/Trust consultancies available in India:

Types of NGO/Trust Consultancy Services in India

1. Formation & Registration Services

Trust Registration (Indian Trust Act, 1882)
Society Registration (Societies Registration Act, 1860)
Section 8 Company Registration (Companies Act, 2013)
State-specific NGO registration (e.g., Maharashtra Public Trust Act)

2. Tax & Legal Compliance

12A Registration (Income tax exemption)
80G Registration (Donor tax exemption)
FCRA Registration (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act, for receiving foreign donations)
PAN/TAN application
NITI Aayog DARPAN registration

3. Project & Fundraising Support

Drafting project proposals for government and private funding
Fundraising strategy development
CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) partnership guidance
Proposal writing and grant application

4. Accounting & Auditing

Bookkeeping and financial records maintenance
Internal and statutory audit services
Utilization certificate preparation
FCRA accounting and auditing

5. Legal Advisory & Drafting

Trust Deed, MoA (Memorandum of Association), Rules & Regulations drafting
Amendments, name changes, or restructuring
Dissolution or merger guidance
Legal representation or dispute handling

6. Capacity Building & Training

NGO staff training on governance and compliance
Workshops on FCRA, 80G/12A, CSR, etc.
Advisory on impact measurement and reporting

7. Technology & Branding Support

Website development for NGOs
Digital outreach planning
Donor and volunteer management systems
Social media presence setup