# How to legally set up an NGO in your grandfather’s name

2026-08-12T22:42:02+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk

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A 30-year-old woman who inherited money from her grandfather wants to start an NGO in his name for education causes. Livemint.com reports she has three legal options: a public charitable trust, a Section 8 company under the Companies Act, or a charitable society. A trust needs at least two trustees; states like Maharashtra, Gujarat and Rajasthan regulate them through a Charity Commissioner. A Section 8 company must use all income for charitable objects and needs one additional director. A society requires seven members, making it less suitable unless she can find six like-minded people. After registration, the entity can seek tax exemption under the Income-tax Act, 2025.

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- livemint.com <https://www.livemint.com/money/how-to-create-an-ngo-in-your-grandfathers-name-11786433929580.html>

Tags: charitable trust, FCRA, income-tax exemption, NGO registration, Section 8 company, society
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