Society Registration Consultant in Delhi
A society in Delhi is a member-based body of at least seven people who adopt a memorandum of association and rules and register with the Registrar of Societies, Delhi, under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 as it applies in Delhi. ICP Legal prepares the memorandum, bye-laws and governing body list, handles the Registrar's queries and then guides you to 12A and 80G. We serve Delhi from our Noida office.
Key Facts
- Law: Societies Registration Act, 1860, as it applies in Delhi.
- Minimum members: seven.
- Registered with: the Registrar of Societies, Delhi.
- Core documents: memorandum of association, rules and regulations, governing body list.
- A society is not the same as a cooperative society, which has its own Delhi law and Registrar.
What a Delhi society is
A society is a democratic organisation. Members adopt rules, elect a governing body and pursue the objects set in the memorandum. Resident welfare groups, trade and professional associations, educational and cultural bodies and community NGOs often use this form.
It is not the same as a cooperative society. Cooperative societies in Delhi are registered by the Registrar of Cooperative Societies and run by a separate law for credit, housing and consumer purposes.
The two core documents
Memorandum of association: society name, objects, office address in Delhi, and names, addresses and occupations of founding members.
Rules and regulations: admission of members, election and powers of the committee, meetings, handling of funds, amendment of rules and dissolution.
Clear rules prevent disputes and make the later 12A application smoother.
Documents usually needed
- Signed memorandum and rules
- Governing body list with designations
- PAN or identity proof and address proof of every member
- Proof of the Delhi office address, with an owner's No Objection Certificate if rented
- Cover letter and affidavits as the Registrar requires
The exact set and the number of copies can differ, so we confirm the Registrar's checklist before submission.
Steps for society registration in Delhi
- Choose a name that does not clash with an existing society.
- Fix the objects, members and governing body.
- Draft and sign the memorandum and rules.
- Submit the filing set with the prescribed fee to the Registrar of Societies, Delhi.
- Respond to any corrections the Registrar raises.
- Receive the certificate of registration.
- Apply for a PAN, open a bank account and then apply for 12A and 80G.
After registration
Hold general body and committee meetings, keep minutes and accounts, and file the returns the Delhi Registrar requires. We confirm the current filing requirement and deadline for your society at the time of registration.
How ICP Legal helps with society registration in Delhi
We frame the objects and rules, collect member documents, manage the Registrar's queries and guide post-registration steps. We serve Delhi from our Noida office at D-9, Sector-3, Noida 201301.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many members are needed to register a society in Delhi?
At least seven members are needed, with a governing body drawn from them.
Who registers societies in Delhi?
The Registrar of Societies, Delhi, under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 as it applies in Delhi.
Is a Delhi society the same as a cooperative society?
No. Cooperative societies are registered by the Registrar of Cooperative Societies under a separate Delhi law.
What is the difference between the memorandum and the rules?
The memorandum states the society's name, objects and founders. The rules set out how the society is run.
Can a Delhi society get 12A and 80G?
Yes, after registration it can apply online if its objects are charitable.
Can a society registered in Delhi work outside Delhi?
The area of operation is set in the objects and rules. We help frame it so it matches your plans.
Contact
ICP Legal (ICP Consulting Private Limited)D-9, Sector-3, Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201301
Phone: +91 9919991917
Email: info@icplegal.com
