Trust Deed
Drafted on stamp paper with objects, trustees and powers
BUSINESS STRUCTURE GUIDE
Trust Registration
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Documents Required · Process · Compliance — everything you need to know about Trust Registration.
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Documents Required
Aadhaar + PAN
of settlor and all trustees
Passport-size photos
2 each of settlor and trustees
Address proof
of registered office — electricity bill / rent agreement
NOC
from property owner (if office is in rented premises)
Witness details
2 witnesses with ID for deed signing
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Process & Timelines
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum persons | 2 — settlor + trustee |
| Registering authority | Sub-Registrar Office (jurisdiction of office) |
| Stamp duty | State-specific — varies on corpus / property value |
| Registration fee | Typically ₹1,000–₹5,000 (state-specific) |
| Processing time | 7–15 days for registered deed |
| Next steps | PAN → Bank account → 12A & 80G with Income Tax Dept. |
Note: For tax exemption, apply for 12A and 80G after registration. The trust deed objects must be clearly charitable and include a non-profit and dissolution clause.
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What Goes Wrong Without Proper Registration
No legal standing
An unregistered trust cannot open a bank account, hold property, or receive grants.
12A / 80G rejected
Vague objects or missing dissolution clause leads to rejection of tax exemption.
Donations not deductible
Without 80G, donors get no tax benefit — much harder to raise funds.
Charitable status lost
If trustees are also beneficiaries, charitable status is disqualified.
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