Any Non-Profit Organization (NPO) registered as a Trust, Society, Section 8 Companies, or registered under any other Acts can register themselves on the NGO Darpan portal, to obtain a Unique Identity Number. No Individual registration is permitted.
Benefits of NPO Darpan:
- Increased credibility and trust among donors
- Easier to apply for grants and funding
- Get listed on the Darpan portal for visibility
Documents required for Registration:
The following documents are required for registration:
Original Registration certificate and complete Memorandum of Association (MOA) or Trust Deed. Clearly showing the stamp/e-sign of the Office of Registrar of Societies / Trust/Section 8 companies/any other registering authority.
Scanned copy of By Laws of the Organization
Certified list of present Governing Body Members
The latest Resolution copy if any
FAQ’s
1- Is Darpan registration mandatory?
A: Not mandatory, but beneficial for NGOs/NPOs.
2- How to register on Darpan?
A: Fill the online form on the Darpan portal with NGO details.
3- What are the documents needed?
A: PAN, registration docs, bank details, etc.
4- Does NGO Darpan provide grants to NPO?
A: No. NGO Darpan does not provide grants to NPOs, it only provides unique ID, which is mandatory for availing of grants from different Ministries/Departments.