Simplify Your Trust’s Annual Compliance – Accurate, Timely, and Hassle-Free Solutions
Struggling to keep up with annual compliance for your trust? DoStartup.in’s team of expert advisors and CAs streamline the process, ensuring that your trust stays fully compliant with Indian legal requirements—helping you avoid penalties and build long-term credibility.
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What You Get:
- Personalized Expert Guidance
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Features That Empower You
We provide end-to-end solutions with expert support, ensuring your journey is seamless and stress-free.
Legal Protection
Avoids penalties, cancellation, or legal action by staying up-to-date with statutory filings.
Tax Benefits
Maintains eligibility for tax exemptions under Section 12A/12AB and 80G of the Income Tax Act.
Enhanced Credibility
Builds confidence with donors, partners, and financial institutions.
Smooth Operations
Ensures financial discipline, regular audits, and transparency in all trust activities.
Access to Funding
Keeps your trust eligible for government grants and CSR funding.
Beneficiary Satisfaction
Promotes trustworthiness and organizational accountability.
Who Needs to Register?
Avoid Legal Complications
Stay protected from penalties, cancellation of registration, and scrutiny by regulatory bodies.
Ensure Funding Eligibility
Remain eligible for government schemes, CSR funds, and foreign contributions.
Retain Tax-Exempt Status
Maintain your 12A, 12AB, and 80G registrations through timely filings.
Boost Donor Confidence
Transparent and compliant organizations are more attractive to donors.
How To File It Online?
Follow this step-by-step guide to ensure your response is submitted correctly
Collect & Organize Documents
Gather trust deed, PAN, audited accounts, list of trustees, and relevant certificates.
Accounting & Bookkeeping
Update financial transactions, ledgers, and receipts.
Statutory Audit
Appoint a Chartered Accountant for annual audit if required.
File ITR-7
Submit ITR-7 along with the audit report (Form 10B) to the Income Tax Department.
File TDS and GST Returns
Submit quarterly/annual returns as applicable and issue certificates.
Submit FCRA Returns
File FCRA returns to MHA if receiving foreign funds.
Publication (If Required)
Publish annual accounts in a local newspaper if income exceeds ₹1 crore.
Renewals/Registrations
Update or renew 80G, 12A/12AB, or FCRA certificates if due.
Deadlines & Penalties
Avoid late fees by submitting on time
Penalty for Late Filing
- Failure to file ITR-7 on time.
- Not conducting or submitting statutory audit.
- Missing or incorrect TDS/GST/FCRA filings.
- Non-maintenance of minutes or board resolutions.
- Operating outside charitable objectives.
Consequences of Non-Compliance
- Penalties and interest on delayed filings.
- Loss of tax exemptions under 12A/80G.
- Rejection of donor contributions from tax deduction eligibility.
- Cancellation of FCRA registration.
- Ineligibility for future grants and funding.
1Who Needs to Comply
- Public trusts
- Private trusts
- Public-cum-private trusts
- Charitable or religious trusts
- NGOs operating as trusts
- Trusts with 12A/80G registration
- Trusts receiving foreign contributions
- Trusts registered for GST/TDS/PAN
2Documents Checklist
- Trust Deed (Registered Copy)
- PAN Card of the Trust
- List of Trustees (with Name, Address, Aadhaar)
- Audit Report prepared by a Chartered Accountant (CA)
- Balance Sheet & Income-Expenditure Statement
- Receipts & Payments Account
- Contribution Calculation Sheet
- Membership Certificate of CA (ICAI)
- Affidavit by Trustees
- Office Address Proof/NOC from Landlord
- Supporting documents for FCRA, GST, TDS as applicable
Key Benefits
- Avoids penalties and legal notices from IT or MCA.
- Maintains eligibility for tax exemption and foreign funds.
- Ensures credibility and transparency for all stakeholders.
- Supports funding, CSR, and donor retention.
- Protects the trust from cancellation or disqualification.
Pitfalls to Avoid During Filing
Common errors that can delay your submission
Public Trusts
Serving the public good
Charitable organizations like schools, hospitals, and temples.
Private Trusts
Serving specific families
Trusts created for private or family benefit.
Public-cum-Private Trusts
Dual benefit trusts
Serve both public charitable purposes and private beneficiaries.
Charitable/Religious Trusts
Registered under 80G/12A
Eligible for tax exemption and public donations.
| Aspect | Compliant Trust | Non-Compliant Trust |
|---|---|---|
| Legal Status | Legally valid and active | Risk of cancellation and penalties |
| Tax Benefits | Eligible for 80G/12AB | Loses tax exemption benefits |
| Funding Access | Eligible for CSR and grants | Ineligible for institutional funding |
| Donor Trust | High credibility | Reduced donor confidence |
| Operations | Smooth and audit-ready | Disruptions due to non-compliance |
Streamlined Filing Process
- Document collection and bookkeeping: 1 week1
- Audit completion: 7–10 days (after financials are ready)2
- ITR and Form 10B filing: Before Sept 30 (AY)3
- FCRA/GST/TDS returns: As per due dates4
- Fee varies based on services required and size of trust5
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Streamlined documentation and CA-backed audit reports.
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Services available in all states and union territories.
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Tailored compliance plans for your trust’s unique needs.
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