If you are managing a non-profit organization, trust, or NGO in India, this is a crucial reminder:

Your 80G and 12A registrations need to be renewed to continue enjoying tax exemptions and maintaining donor credibility.

With the deadline fast approaching, now is the time to take action and ensure compliance under the latest Income Tax rules.

📘 What are <80G & 12A Registrations?

• Section 12A: Offers income tax exemption for the organization itself.
• Section 80G: Allows donors to claim tax deductions on the donations made to your entity.

Together, they are essential for the legal and financial sustainability of charitable organizations in India.

🧾 Why is Renewal Now Mandatory?

In line with the amendments introduced in 2020, all entities registered before April 1, 2021, under 80G or 12A are required to revalidate their registrations through Form 10A or 10AB.

❌ What Happens If You Don’t Renew?

• Your registration may become inoperative
• You may lose your tax-exempt status
• Donors may not be eligible for tax benefits
• This could significantly impact fundraising and compliance reputation

📅 What is the Deadline?

The due date depends on when your earlier registration was granted. Most NGOs who received their registrations before April 2021 were initially given provisional validity for 3 years.

For many, this 3-year period is ending in 2024-25, so the renewal deadline is nearing.

⏳ Exact dates can vary—stay updated via the official Income Tax Portal

🧑‍💼 Who Needs to Renew?

✔️ All NGOs, charitable trusts, and societies registered under:

• Section 12A / 12AA for income tax exemption
• Section 80G for donor tax benefits
• ✔️ Entities registered before 1st April 2021

They must file:

• Form 10A – For provisional to final registration
• Form 10AB – For revalidation after expiry or changes in activity

📂 Documents Needed

Ensure the following documents are in order before filing:

• PAN Card of the NGO/trust
• Certificate of Registration
• Trust Deed / MoA
• Audited financials for the last 3 years
• Summary of charitable activities

🧭 Step-by-Step Process to Renew

1. Log in to the Income Tax e-filing portal
2. Navigate to the “File Forms” section
3. Choose the applicable form (10A or 10AB)
4. Upload all necessary documents
5. Submit with digital signature (DSC) or EVC
6. Await acknowledgment and processing

🔔 Final Reminder

Failing to file on time may result in loss of tax benefits, reduced donor confidence, and non-compliance penalties. If you haven’t started the process yet, now is the time.

Stay compliant. Stay eligible. Stay informed.