Trust Registration
A charitable or private trust under a registered deed.
Reviewed by CA Hitendra Pal Singh· company law, tax and complianceLast reviewed
A trust is created by a deed that names the settlor, the trustees and the objects, registered with the sub-registrar. It is the simplest non-profit vehicle to set up and the usual choice for family and religious endowments.
What is included
- Trust deed drafting
- Stamping and registration guidance
- Registration with the sub-registrar
- PAN for the trust
What comes after
Next, most people need
Trust and Society Annual Compliance
From the first year a trust files ITR-7 and the audit report, and its 12A and 80G now expire every five years. The annual cycle is what keeps the exemption.
from ₹6,999 / year · No filing fee for income tax forms. State registrar fees, where they apply, extra.
See Trust and Society Annual ComplianceWhat we will need from you
- PAN and Aadhaar of the settlor and trustees
- Proof of the registered address
- Details of the trust property or corpus
How long it takes
Typically 10–20 working days.
Timelines are typical, not guaranteed. Government processing times vary, and a query from the officer adds to them. We will tell you where yours stands.
Common questions
How many trustees do I need?
At least two. There is no upper limit, but a small, active board is easier to run.