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21 September 2011 How to form Religious Trust for the purpose of Temple , further how much minimum period required as established trust for getting approval for 80G exemptions

VISHRUT

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21 September 2011 It can be registered and formed in normal trust only with the purpose to be religious and justifying its nature.

No time period is required for applying for 80G , on receipt of trust registration one can claim to be register u/s 80G

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21 September 2011 If only Trust deed is Sufficient, further how deed is to be written on How much amt of Stamp Paper???
How much minimum members required???

Asha Kanta Sharma

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02 August 2025 Here’s a quick guide on forming a Religious Trust for a temple, along with 80G exemption details:

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### 1. **Formation of Religious Trust:**

* **Trust Deed:**
Yes, a **trust deed** is essential. It should clearly state the **purpose is religious**, like managing a temple and conducting religious activities.

* **Minimum Members:**
Usually, **two trustees are required** to form a valid trust. More trustees can be appointed as per the deed.

* **Stamp Paper:**

* The **stamp duty depends on the state** where the trust is registered.
* Generally, a **stamp paper of Rs. 100 to Rs. 1000** is used for trust deeds.
* You must check the **local Stamp Act** for exact rates.

* **Registration:**
Register the trust deed at the local Sub-Registrar’s office. Registration makes it a **valid legal entity**.

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### 2. **80G Exemption:**

* **Applicability:**
Once the trust is **registered under the Indian Trusts Act or relevant state law**, it can apply for 80G exemption.

* **Minimum Period:**
**No fixed minimum period** is prescribed by the Income Tax Department for applying for 80G exemption.
You can apply **immediately after registration** of the trust.

* **Approval Process:**
The Income Tax Department will verify the deed and activities before granting 80G certificate.

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### Summary:

| Point | Details |
| ---------------------- | ------------------------------------------------ |
| Trust Deed | Must state religious purpose clearly |
| Minimum Trustees | At least 2 |
| Stamp Paper | Varies by state (Rs.100–1000 approx.) |
| Registration | Mandatory at Sub-Registrar office |
| 80G Application Timing | Any time after registration |
| 80G Approval Process | Based on verification of trust deed & activities |

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If you want, I can help draft a basic trust deed template for a religious trust or guide you through the registration and 80G application steps! Would you like that?

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