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Setting up a business in India often involves choosing a Trust as a preferred option. "Trust" is an obligation annexed to the ownership of property, arising from a confidence reposed in and accepted by the owner, or declared and accepted by him, for the benefit of another, or of another and the owner.

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4 easy steps to register trust

Fill up the Form.
Submit the documents.
Pay only professional fee.
Get your Trust registration registered.

Trust Registration process

📞 Get in Touch with Us

Call or WhatsApp us for a free expert consultation. We explain the difference between private and public trusts, guide you on the ideal structure, and state-wise requirements.
📄 Document Collection

We collect PAN, Aadhaar, address proof, passport-size photographs, and occupation details of the settlor, trustees, and beneficiaries, along with property/address proof for the registered office.
📝 Drafting the Trust Deed

Our legal team drafts a customised Trust Deed including objectives, settlor-trustee clauses, trustee powers, beneficiary details, mode of succession, and property contribution clause (movable/immovable).
💳 Fee Payment

Pay our professional charges and applicable stamp duty & registration charges via UPI, bank transfer, or online payment gateway.
📅 Execution & Notarisation

We arrange for the execution of the Trust Deed on stamp paper, followed by registration at the Sub-Registrar Office. Our team also guides on witness arrangements and timelines.
📬 Trust Registration Certificate Issued

Once registered, you receive a certified copy of the Trust Deed, which acts as legal proof of your Trust’s formation and allows you to apply for PAN, 12A/80G, and bank account.
🔧 Post-Registration Support

We assist with PAN application, 12A & 80G registration, CSR-1 filing, bank account opening, and advisory on FCRA, GST, or audit compliance.
Apply for 12A & 80G Registration
- 12A Registration: Exempts income from tax.
- 80G Registration: Allows donors to claim tax deductions.
Register for FCRA
- FCRA (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act) Registration is mandatory for trusts receiving foreign contributions.
- Eligibility: The trust must have completed 3 years of operation before applying.
- Application is filed through the Ministry of Home Affairs
Compliance & Tax Filings
- Annual Compliance:
  - File Income Tax Return (ITR-7).
  - Maintain audit reports (if required).
  - File GST Returns (if applicable).
- Filing Annual Report (If Registered under State Trust Acts).

To register a trust in India, you need to submit a trust deed and other documents to the Registrar of Trusts. The documents include:

Trust deed

A document that contains all the important information for registering the trust.

Identification proof

Copies of identification documents for the trustees and settler, such as Aadhaar cards, PAN cards, or passports

Address proof

Proof of address for the trustees, such as utility bills, passports, or Aadhaar cards

Photographs

Passport-sized photographs of the trustees and settler

No Objection Certificate (NOC)

A legal document from the property owner stating that they have no objection to the trust

Proof of registered office

Proof of ownership or a rental agreement for the registered office

Registration application

An application to register the trust

Declaration

A declaration signed by all trustees

Objective of the trust

A statement of the trust's purpose

Organization's rules

The rules that govern the trust

12A Registration and 80G Certificates

Certificates from the income tax authorities that allow the trust to claim deductions

Signature of the Settlor

Signatures of the Settlor on each page of the Trust Deed

Advantages of Trust Registration

Asset protection

A trust can protect your assets from probate court costs, legal fees, and estate taxes.

Limited liability

Trustees have limited liability for the trust’s obligations, so their personal assets are usually protected.

Avoid probate court

Trustees are granted autonomy to manage the trust efficiently while prioritizing the interests of the beneficiaries and settlors.

Transparency

Legal frameworks can promote transparency and guide charitable entities and donors.

Tax Exemptions

Registered trusts in India can access tax exemptions provided by the Income Tax Department, benefiting from tax relaxations.

Financial Support

Registered trusts provide essential financial assistance to the underprivileged and the public through charitable activities.

Disadvantages of Trust Registration

Complexity

Trusts can be complex to set up and administer and may require professional help.

Cost

Setting up and maintaining a trust can be expensive, especially if you need professional help.

Less autonomy

A charity commissioner may have the authority to intervene in decision making.

Difficulty getting loans

It can be difficult to get loans for a trust.

Less transparency

It can be difficult to maintain complete transparency on the governance of the trust

Irreversibility

Once assets are transferred to a trust, it can be difficult to reverse the transfer, meaning you may lose the ability to directly manage those assets in the future.