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THE GRASSROOT FOUNDATION
To serve our members and the people of Kokrajhar through transparent, inclusive and impactful programmes.
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About THE GRASSROOT FOUNDATION
Abu Taher Sheikh
"Welcome to THE GRASSROOT FOUNDATION. Together, with transparency and dedication, we can build a stronger and more compassionate community for everyone. I invite you to join hands with us."
Our Objectives
Charitable Purpose
Education & Relief
Faithful Trusteeship
Sustainable Endowment
Upcoming Events
Monthly General Meeting
All members are requested to attend the monthly general meeting. Agenda will be shared in...
Documents Checklist for Societies & NGOs
What paperwork you need for every important registration and filing — and expert help to prepare or obtain any of them.
New Society Registration
Register a brand-new society under the Societies Registration Act.
Documents required (8)
- Memorandum of Association (MoA) with objectives
- Rules & regulations / bye-laws
- Proceedings of the first general meeting
- Photo & signature sheets of all committee members
- ID & address proof of all members (Aadhaar/PAN)
- Affidavit by the President
- Office address proof: house-rent declaration / land documents
- Authorisation letter for filing
Registration Renewal / Annual Return
Yearly filing of the governing-body list with the Registrar (state rules vary).
Documents required (5)
- Existing registration certificate
- Current list of governing body / office bearers
- AGM proceedings adopting the committee
- Audited accounts of the year
- Renewal fee challan (as per state)
Annual Audit of Accounts
Statutory audit of the society's books by a Chartered Accountant.
Documents required (5)
- Cash book, ledger and receipts & payments account
- Bank statements & passbook for the financial year
- Vouchers, bills and donation receipts
- Previous year's audited statements
- Fixed-asset register
PAN Card (Society)
Permanent Account Number in the society's name — needed for banking and every filing.
Documents required (5)
- Registration certificate (attested)
- MoA / bye-laws copy
- Resolution authorising the applicant
- Office address proof
- ID proof of authorised signatory
12A Registration (Income-Tax Exemption)
Exempts the society's income from income tax. Filed online via Form 10A/10AB.
Documents required (6)
- Registration certificate & MoA (self-certified)
- Society PAN card
- Accounts of up to the last 3 years (if operating)
- Activity report / note on charitable activities
- Bank account details
- Digital signature / e-verification of authorised person
80G Registration (Donor Tax Benefit)
Lets your donors claim tax deduction — greatly boosts fundraising. Form 10A/10AB.
Documents required (6)
- 12A registration order (usually obtained first/along)
- Registration certificate & MoA
- Society PAN card
- Audited accounts of up to the last 3 years
- List of donors and activities undertaken
- Bank account details
NGO Darpan (NITI Aayog) ID
Unique ID on the government NGO portal — mandatory for government grants.
Documents required (5)
- Registration certificate
- Society PAN card
- PAN & Aadhaar of 3 office bearers
- Details of activities, sectors and coverage area
- Contact details & bank information
CSR-1 Registration (Corporate CSR Funds)
MCA registration that makes the society eligible to receive corporate CSR funding.
Documents required (5)
- 12A and 80G registration orders
- Registration certificate & PAN
- NGO Darpan ID (recommended)
- Digital signature (DSC) of authorised person
- Board resolution authorising the filing
FCRA Registration (Foreign Funds)
Ministry of Home Affairs permission to receive foreign contributions.
Documents required (6)
- Registration certificate, MoA & activity reports (3 years)
- Audited accounts of the last 3 years
- 12A registration order
- NGO Darpan ID
- FCRA-designated SBI account (New Delhi main branch)
- Aadhaar of all office bearers
Income-Tax Return (ITR-7)
Annual return every registered society must file, even with exempt income.
Documents required (5)
- Audited financial statements
- Receipts & payments and income & expenditure accounts
- 12A/80G details (if held)
- Donation registers and grant details
- Bank statements
GST Registration
Needed if the society supplies taxable goods/services above the threshold.
Documents required (5)
- Society PAN card
- Registration certificate & MoA
- Office address proof + rent agreement/NOC
- Bank account details
- Photo, PAN & Aadhaar of authorised signatory
Checklists are indicative — requirements vary by state and change over time. Our team confirms the exact current requirements for your case.
Need any document prepared?
Registration, 12A, 80G, NGO Darpan, CSR-1, audit or anything else — send your query and our expert team will contact you.
News & Updates
Members' Testimonials
"This organization brings our whole neighbourhood together. The transparency in every programme is truly rare."
"I joined for one event and stayed on. The dedication of the committee inspires everyone around them."
"Their work on the ground has touched so many families. Proud to be associated with such a sincere team."
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