Section 8 Company Registration Fees in India - Government & Professional Costs
Section 8 Company registration Fees in India include professional service charges along with applicable government and DSC expenses. The overall cost depends on the incorporation package selected, documentation, number of directors, registered office requirements, and whether ongoing compliance and accounting support are required. Section 8 Companies are established for charitable, educational, social, environmental, religious, or other not-for-profit objectives. Understanding the fee structure helps applicants plan incorporation and compliance efficiently.
What is the Cost of Section 8 Company Registration?
The cost of Section 8 Company registration depends on the professional package, incorporation requirements, documentation, directors, DSC requirements, and applicable government charges. Applicants can choose incorporation-only support or a broader package that combines incorporation with ongoing compliance and accounting services.
The incorporation process involves preparing company details, proposed objectives, director information, registered office documents, and constitutional documents. The Section 8 Company registration service can assist with the online incorporation process and related documentation.
Section 8 Company Registration Cost Components
Section 8 Company registration cost components generally include professional service charges, government Fees, DSC charges, stamp duty, and documentation expenses. The applicable amount depends on the incorporation structure, registered office state, and services selected by the applicant.
| Component | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Professional incorporation service | Package-dependent | Depends on the selected professional package |
| Government Fees | Government-prescribed | Applicable statutory charges are separate from professional Fees |
| Digital Signature Certificate | Requirement-dependent | DSC charges are borne separately by the client |
| MOA & AOA drafting | Package-dependent | Required for establishing the company's constitutional framework |
| Stamp duty | State-dependent | May vary according to the registered office location |
Government Fees for Section 8 Company Registration
Government Fees are separate from professional service charges. Applicable statutory expenses may include MCA filing charges, name reservation charges, PAN and TAN application charges, and state-specific stamp duty. The actual government amount depends on the filing requirements and registered office state.
| Government Fee Component | Price |
|---|---|
| Name reservation through SPICe+ Part A | ₹1,000 |
| SPICe+ incorporation filing fee | ₹0 |
| Section 8 licence fee through incorporation process | ₹0 |
| PAN application fee | ₹66 |
| TAN application fee | ₹65 |
Government Fees and DSC charges are borne by the client and are separate from professional package charges. Stamp duty may also apply according to the relevant state rules and incorporation documents.
Professional Fee Structure for Section 8 Company Registration
IndiaFilings offers two professional packages for Section 8 Company incorporation. The first package focuses on incorporation, while the second combines incorporation with compliance and accounting support. Government Fees and DSC charges are borne separately by the client.
| Professional Plan Package | Professional Fee |
|---|---|
| Section 8 Company (Incorporation) | ₹2,899 + GST |
| Section 8 Company (Incorporation and Compliance) | ₹19,899 + GST |
The Section 8 Company (Incorporation) package provides incorporation-focused support, while the Section 8 Company (Incorporation and Compliance) package combines incorporation with continuing compliance and accounting assistance. The latest package details are available on the Section 8 Company pricing page.
Key Factors Affecting Section 8 Company Registration Cost
Several factors can affect the overall Section 8 Company registration cost. These include the selected professional package, number of directors, DSC requirements, registered office state, documentation, stamp duty, and whether ongoing accounting and statutory compliance support is required.
- Professional package: Incorporation-only and compliance packages have different service scopes.
- Government charges: Statutory Fees are separate from professional service charges.
- DSC requirements: Digital Signature Certificate charges are borne by the client.
- Directors: The incorporation package includes support for 3 DINs for directors.
- Registered office: State-specific stamp duty and documentation can affect expenses.
- Compliance needs: Ongoing accounting, tax, annual filing, and statutory compliance can require broader professional support.
What is Included in a Professional Section 8 Company Package
The professional packages provide different levels of support. The incorporation package focuses on setting up the company, while the Incorporation and Compliance package combines company formation with ongoing statutory compliance, tax filing, financial reporting, bookkeeping, and related business support.
What's included:
- Unlimited Name Approval Attempts
- Company Incorporation
- MOA & AOA Drafting
- 3 DINs for Directors
- RD License
- PAN & TAN Registration
- ESI & PF Registration
- MCA Annual Filing (MGT-7 & AOC-4)
- DIN E-KYC for 2 Directors
- ITR-7 Return Filing
- Financial Statement
- Automated Bookkeeping
- Bank Account Opening Assistance
The Section 8 Company registration service provides assistance with incorporation and the associated documentation requirements.
Additional Fees for Section 8 Company Registration
Additional expenses may arise when requirements fall outside the selected professional package. These can include government charges, DSC procurement, stamp duty, additional documentation, specialised professional services, or requirements arising after incorporation.
- Government Fees: Statutory charges are borne separately by the client.
- DSC charges: Digital Signature requirements are charged separately.
- Stamp duty: Applicable according to the relevant state rules.
- Additional professional services: Specialised work outside the selected package may require separate assistance.
- Post-incorporation compliance: Additional statutory requirements may apply depending on the company's activities and obligations.
Applicants can check Section 8 Company name availability requirements before selecting and submitting a proposed company name.
Why Choose IndiaFilings for Section 8 Company
IndiaFilings provides Section 8 Company registration assistance for organisations pursuing charitable, educational, social, environmental, and other not-for-profit objectives. Its support covers name approval, incorporation documentation, MOA and AOA drafting, DIN assistance, RD licensing, and compliance services. Businesses can register a Section 8 Company online with structured professional guidance. Start your Section 8 Company registration with IndiaFilings and simplify the incorporation and compliance journey.
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