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In recent years, the online 12A registration process has seen several digital and policy reforms that have significantly improved its efficiency. These changes aim to simplify compliance for NGOs, trusts, and charitable institutions seeking tax exemption under Section 12A of the Income Tax Act. Thi
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The 12A registration is a permission granted by the Income Tax Department to NGOs, trusts, and charitable organisations, allowing them to be exempt from paying income tax on the donations or funds they receive.
The process has shifted entirely online to the Income Tax e-filing portal using Form 10A for fresh registrations or Form 10AB for renewals. It now includes e-verification options and a centralised processing system.
The updated process offers benefits such as time-saving due to faster approvals, increased transparency with real-time status tracking, a lower compliance burden, and remote accessibility as it's a fully paperless system.
With the updated process and if all documents are in order, registrations are processed within a defined time, typically 3 months or less.
Once approved, a Unique Registration Number (URN) is automatically generated. This URN is valid for 5 years and simplifies future renewals and tracking.
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