What Is Trust Registration?

First, trust registration is the legal process of establishing a trust under the Indian Trusts Act, 1882. Then, you create a trust deed—detailing trustees, beneficiaries, and objectives—and register it with the local sub-registrar. Moreover, registration grants the trust legal personality and enforceability. Consequently, registered trusts can hold property, enter contracts, and operate transparently.

Applicability of Trust Registration

Therefore, trust registration applies when:

• Charitable & Religious Trusts: If you aim to promote education, healthcare, relief of poverty, or worship.
• Private Trusts: When settling family property or estate planning among specific beneficiaries.
• Public Trusts: For trusts serving the general public, such as community centers or public parks.
• Tax-Exempt Entities: If you seek 12A/12AA income tax exemption or 80G donor benefits.

In addition, any trust holding immovable property must register under the Registration Act, 1908. Consequently, registration becomes mandatory to validate transactions.

Uses & Benefits of Registered Trusts

• Legal Recognition:
  First, registration confers a separate legal entity, enabling the trust to own assets and sue or be sued in its own name.
• Tax Exemptions:
  Then, registered charitable trusts can apply for 12A/80G registration—thus, donations become tax deductible for donors.
• Governance & Transparency:
  Moreover, a proper deed and registration promote good governance, accountability, and donor trust.
• Property Transactions:
  Consequently, registered trusts can buy, sell, mortgage, or lease property legally without disputes.
• Access to Grants & Loans:
  Furthermore, registration makes you eligible for government grants, CSR funding, and soft loans.

Our Trust Registration Procedure

1. Initial Consultation:
   First, we discuss your trust’s objective—charitable, private, or public—and draft key clauses. Then, we outline required documentation.
2. Drafting Trust Deed:
   Next, we prepare a comprehensive deed specifying trustees, beneficiaries, trust property, and powers. Moreover, we customize clauses to meet your goals.
3. Stamp Duty & Notarization:
   Afterwards, we calculate stamp duty based on state laws. Furthermore, we oversee payment and notarize the deed for authenticity.
4. Registration Filing:
   Then, we submit the deed at the sub-registrar’s office with witnesses. Subsequently, we manage any queries until registration completes.
5. Post-Registration Support:
   Finally, we assist with 12A/80G tax registrations, FCRA (if needed), and ongoing compliance filings.

Timeline & Documents Required

Estimated Timeline

• Consultation & deed drafting: 2–3 days.
• Stamp duty payment & notarization: 1–2 days.
• Sub-registrar filing & registration: 7–10 working days.
• Tax registrations (12A/80G): 15–30 days.

Documents Required

• PAN and Aadhar of trustees.
• Proof of trust property address.
• Identity and address proofs of beneficiaries (if private trust).
• Board resolution or founding members’ consent.
• List of trustees with specimen signatures.

Consequences of Non-Registration

• Therefore, non-registered trusts cannot sue or enforce contracts in their name.
• Moreover, property transactions may be deemed invalid and lead to litigation.
• In addition, you forfeit tax exemptions under Sections 12A and 80G.
• Consequently, potential donors and grantors may distrust your operations.

Why Choose Our Trust Services

• Furthermore, our Dombivali-based CAs have deep experience in trust law and registrations.
• Moreover, we ensure error-free deeds and on-time filings to avoid delays.
• Consequently, you gain end-to-end support—from drafting to tax registrations.
• In addition, we offer transparent, fixed-fee packages tailored to trust type.

Client Testimonial

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Trust Registration FAQs

Can old trusts be registered?

Therefore, you can register existing trusts by filing a deed of declaration and paying retrospective stamp duty.

Is 12A/80G automatic?

Moreover, trust registration is only the first step; you must apply separately for tax exemptions under Sections 12A and 80G.

Do I need FCRA registration?

In addition, if you receive foreign contributions, FCRA registration is mandatory under the Ministry of Home Affairs portal.

Who is the Trust Registration Services in Delhi?

Consequently, choose a CA with extensive trust law expertise, local insights, and a client-centric approach for optimal results.

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