Trust registration 12AB

sir, yesterday i obtained provisional registration (my case is renewal not fresh registartion). what is the next process i should follow is filing of 10AB is compulsory or it is valid for five year?
we are carrying charitable activity from last 20 years.
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This discussion clarifies the process after obtaining provisional trust registration under section 12AB, particularly for renewals. It explains that provisional registration is valid for 3 years, during which the trust must meet criteria and apply for regular registration. Regular registration, valid for 5 years, requires renewal thereafter. The use and deadlines for Form 10AB, including conversion from provisional to regular registration, are detailed, along with the consequences of not completing the conversion.

Form 10AB shall be used for the following purposes:

  • Conversion of provisional registration into regular registration
  • Renewal of registration/approval after five years
  • Activating inoperative registration under section 10(23C)/10(46)
  • Re-registration for modification of objects for entities registered u/s 12.
  •  Due Dates to Apply in Form 10AB

1. Conversion of provisional registration into regular registration : Before 6 Months of Expiry or 6 Months from commencement of activities whichever is earlier.

2. Renewal of registration/approval after five year : Before 6 Months of Expiry

3. Re-registration for modification of objects for entities registered under section 12AB : Within 30 Days from such modification.

In our case whether we need apply for conversion of provisional registration to final registration? if i not apply for conversion of provisional registration to final registration what are the consequences?
Congratulations for provisional registration. Provisional registration is valid for 3 years only. In these 3 years the trust need to fulfill all criteria to have exemption and apply for regular registration. Regular registration will be granted after verification. Regular registration will be valid for 5 years and need to be renewed in every 5 years.

For further query, contact
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